Batman is set to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking him as the first superhero to receive this accolade. The ceremony for this historic event is scheduled for September 26, 2024, at 11:00 AM PT, located at 6764 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Hollywood Guinness World Records Museum.
This recognition places Batman in the category of Motion Pictures, celebrating his significant impact on cinema and popular culture. The event will not only honor Batman but will also see him awarded a Guinness World Record for being the first superhero to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. DC’s Jim Lee, president, publisher, and chief creative officer, along with other notable figures from DC, will participate in the ceremony, enhancing its significance within the comic book and film communities.
This star dedication comes as part of a broader celebration of Batman’s legacy, which includes a pop-up museum of his film and TV history at Funko Hollywood. Additionally, there will be an exclusive meet and greet with Jim Lee for fans, requiring a wristband obtainable from purchasing Batman merchandise at Funko Hollywood. Batman’s placement on the Walk of Fame next to stars like Adam West, who played Batman on TV, and Bob Kane, one of the character’s co-creators, symbolizes a full-circle moment for the character, bridging his comic book origins with his cinematic presence. This event underscores Batman’s enduring appeal and cultural impact over 85 years since his creation in 1939, highlighting his status not just as a comic book character but as an iconic figure in global entertainment.
