Hollywood Walk of Fame is one of the most iconic tourist attractions in Hollywood. The Hollywood Walk of Fame totally consists of 2600 different stars representing some of the most iconic artist in Hollywood. It is spread across 15 blocks on Hollywood Boulevard and even stretches across Vine Street for 3 blocks.
The stars are dedicated to the Hollywood celebrities and to the people who have contributed significantly to the entertainment industry. It includes the names of the celebrities, actors as well as musicians as well as directors and producers. The number of tourists who visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame is more than 10 million each and every year.
Some Popular Stars on the Walk of Fame:
John Stamos
Keanu Reeves
Donald Trump
George M. Cohan
Johnny Cash
James Cagney
Sylvester Stallone
Michael Jackson
Tom Cruise
Stan Lee
The initial idea for the Hollywood Walk of Fame was formulated by E.M. Stuart, who was the then president of Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The idea was formulated in 1953. In 2008, a restoration project was also undertaken which restored all the 2365 stars on the walk at that point of time.
Some are of interest on the Hollywood Walk of Fame:
Hollywood Blvd, north side, between Highland and Orange
Hollywood Blvd, south side, between Sycamore and Orange
Hollywood Blvd, south side, between Orange and Highland
Hollywood Blvd, north side, between Orange and Sycamore
Vine St, east side, between Hollywood and Yucca
Chineses Man Theater
If you’re in Hollywood and if you want to explore the legacy of Hollywood as well as of the Los Angeles city, the Hollywood Walk of Fame is definitely a must visit if not for anything else, you should definitely visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame.