The first Hollywood Walk of Fame star for a superhero has been granted to Batman

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Batman, Gotham's brooding guardian, is set to become the first superhero to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It seems the Dark Knight has finally seen the light of day in La La Land.

 

The ceremony, slated for September 26, 2024, will unveil Batman’s star—the 2,790th on the iconic boulevard. Fittingly, the star will be located in front of The Hollywood Guinness World Records Museum, adding another accolade to the superhero’s utility belt.

 

Batman’s star will find itself in good company, nestled near the stars of Adam West, the actor who portrayed the character in the 1960s television series, and Bob Kane, one of Batman's co-creators. The ceremony will feature speeches from DC’s top brass, including Jim Lee and Anne DePies, underscoring the character's importance to the comic book giant.

 

Born in the pages of Detective Comics #27 in 1939, Batman has spent the last 85 years captivating audiences across various media. Unlike many of his super-powered peers, Batman’s appeal lies in his human qualities—his intelligence, determination, and technological savvy. 

 

From the campy charm of Adam West to the gritty realism of Christian Bale and Robert Pattinson, Batman has continually reinvented himself on screen. The character has also made his mark in animation, with shows like Batman: The Animated Series earning critical acclaim and introducing Kevin Conroy’s iconic voice performance.

 

Batman’s complex persona, often grappling with moral dilemmas, has provided rich material for storytellers to explore themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the human condition.

 

As part of the celebration, fans can look forward to a pop-up museum at Funko Hollywood, featuring a collection of Batman costumes and props from his cinematic history. 

 

With this star, Batman isn’t just watching over Gotham anymore—he's now a permanent fixture in Hollywood.

 

• https://gizmodo.com/batman-walk-of-fame-star-hollywood-dc-comics-2000499388 
• https://geekculture.co/batman-is-first-superhero-to-get-star-on-hollywood-walk-of-fame/ 
• https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/batman-first-superhero-star-hollywood-walk-of-fame-1235777081/ 
• https://www.dc.com/blog/2024/09/16/batman-receives-hollywood-walk-of-fame-star-and-guinness-world-records-title 

 

 

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