Big jump, big name, big star. The School of Rock actor said at the September 18 ceremony, "Since I was a kid I thought, 'Oh man, if you get one of those stars on the sidewalk that means you've made it.' And I feel like I've finally grasped that sweet brass ring."
The Will & Grace star is photographed during a moment of reflection at his Sept. 13 Walk of Fame ceremony.
In August 2018, Cowell landed the 2,642th star in the famous neighborhood. The London native started out in the mail room at EMI Publishing and eventually launched uber successful TV shows like American Idol in 2002, The X-Factor, and The "Got Talent" format ( America's Got Talent, Britain's Got Talent). And if a star wasn't enough, The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce declared Aug. 22nd "Simon Cowell Day" at the ceremony.
Don't let this mom-of-three fool you. When she not taking posting funny videos of herself on Instagram or being chased by the paparazzi, she's being recognized in other ways like here on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her roles in movies and TV series like Alias (2001-2006), 13 Going on 30, Love Simon and Peppermint. She received her star in August 2018.
The Reno 911 star was honored for her years of incredible work in the entertainment industry with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in July 2018.
He captivated our imaginations in Jurassic Park (1993) and now he sealed his Hollywood deal with a pose on the carpet in June 2018. You also may recall seeing him in Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018), Thor: Nagnarok (2018), The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), or Annie Hall (1977) with Diane Keaton and Woody Allen.
James Cameron and Mila Kunis helped honor the Marvel star in May 2018 in Los Angeles, California. Cameron directed Zaldana in the highest-grossing film at the time Avatar (2009) where she played "Neytiri." She went on to play "Gamora" in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2 (2017) and Avengers: Infinity War (2018). Kunis took her time at the podium expressing her love for the star: "I admire you as a person, a wife, a sister, a mother, a businesswoman and as an actress. While the world knows you as the characters you have played, I have the privilege of knowing the working mom behind the scenes."
The late Australian zookeeper, conservationist and television personality's family represented him at his Walk of Fame ceremony in April 2018.
In April 2018, the band was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The group posed with their new star, thanked their fans, and reflected on life and their career during their speeches.
During his speech, Lance Bass told the crowd, "...I thought if I had come out, 'N Sync would be over, so out of fear, I kept my secret. And our wildest dreams were coming true and I was so incredibly thankful and I still am. But so many nights onstage, I'd see young gay fans singing their hearts out and I wanted so badly to let you know, I was you. I just didn't have the strength then. But I do today, and so let me say loud and proud to all my LGBT brothers and sisters who embraced me and showed me the way to be who I am, thank you so much."
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honored the 30 Rock and Saturday Night Live comedian with a sweet spot on Hollywood Boulevard in April 2018.
Wonder Woman! The iconic actress was honored with a star in April 2018.
RuPaul was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in March 2018. In September 2018, RuPaul's Drag Race won its first Emmy in the Outstanding Reality-Competition Series category, beating 10-time winner The Amazing Race, The Voice and Top Chef. RuPaul also won a 2018 Emmy for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition program, making history as a reality series to take home awards for both of these categories in the same year.
When he's not chasing down Claire Danes' character from getting in trouble in Homeland, he likes to accept accolades like here on the Walk of Fame in February 2018.
Even Disney's sweetheart got her chance to be inducted! She joined Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck and other animated characters when she received the star in January 2018.
After decades in the industry and a plethora of character roles, the Italian actress has worked with some of the greats like Humphrey Bogart in Beat The Devil (1953) and has become a huge celebrity in her own right. Another legendary role included playing Esmeralda in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956) and playing opposite Anthony Quinn, who played Quasimodo. She starred as Francesca Gioberti, in the TV series Falcon Crest in 1984.
The Grammy winner was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in January 2018.
The actor strikes a pose at his Walk of Fame ceremony in April 2017. Roles in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Parks and Recreation (2009-2015) and Jurassic World helped to encourage The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to select Pratt as an eligible icon. His star is in front of the El Capitan Theatre.
The iconic singer, who passed away in 1995, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in November 2017. Her brother, Chris Pérez, was there to honor his sister during the ceremony.
From playing James Cooper Ignalls on The Little House on the Prairie when he was just 12-years-old to playing Marty Byrde on Ozark, the actor deservedly set his fame in stone in July 2017.
This 5-time Oscar nominee gave a celebratory grin on this big day in January 2017.
The Office star received his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2016.
Ripa was joined by her family as she landed a coveted spot on Hollywood Boulevard in October 2015. The Live! co-host, who first joined the ABC morning show in Feb. 2001, has been making audiences laugh for over 17 years.
The Grammy winner was honored with a star on the Walk of Fame in August 2015, with her kids joining her for the celebration.
The actor was honored for his work on TV classics such as Breaking Bad and Malcolm in the Middle in 2013.