WHO | HONOREE Robert Englund
EMCEE Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Steve Nissen
GUEST SPEAKERS Director/screenwriter/producer/actor Eli Roth and actress Heather Langenkamp
WHAT Dedication of the 2,826th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
WHEN Friday, October 31st, 2025 at 11:30 AM PT
WHERE 6644 in front of Larry Edmunds Book Store
WATCH LIVE The event will be streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com
Robert Englund will be honored with the 2,826th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Halloween, October 31st at 11:30 am PT. The star will be unveiled at 6644 Hollywood Boulevard. Englund will receive his star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Steve Nissen will be Eli Roth and Heather Langenkamp.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.
ABOUT OUR HONOREE
“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Robert Englund to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “I think the timing of having Robert’s star on Halloween is most fitting as Robert’s legacy is deeply entwined with the very spirit of Halloween. Fans and industry peers alike will gather to celebrate a performer whose iconic work continues to haunt and inspire audiences around the globe,” added Martinez.
Robert Englund is best known for his iconic portrayal of Freddy Krueger in New Line Cinema’s A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise. He is a versatile actor who has appeared in over eighty films, multiple TV series, and countless guest star roles.
Born in Glendale, California, he is the son of an aeronautics engineer who helped develop the Lockheed U-2 airplane. At 12 years old he was a happy-go-lucky surfer dude, who stumbled into his first acting class through a friend but fell in love with the craft and ended up finishing his education at the U.S. branch of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art at Oakland University in Detroit. After five years performing in classic plays on the East Coast, he returned to California and landed the first role he auditioned for in Buster and Billie. Soon after, he was cast as Willie in the hit show V. To avoid being typecast as a Southern sidekick or friendly alien, he auditioned for a little horror movie directed by Wes Craven. Wes intended to cast a hulking stuntman, but took a chance on Robert, who brought his classical theatrical training to the role and gave the physical presence of Freddy a gravitas and menace. The movie was a hit, spawned seven sequels, and became an international phenomenon that allowed New Line Cinema, “The House That Freddy Built,” to become a major player in the film world.
Robert Englund has worked alongside Henry Fonda, Jeff Bridges, Sally Field, Barbara Streisand, James Earl Jones, Sissy Spacek, Richard Gere, and countless others over his lasting career, and continues to be in demand as an actor and voice-over artist. His latest role is in season 4 of Stranger Things. His upcoming film is the animated “Pinocchio: Unstrung” where he portrays Jiminy Crickett and will be released on October 26 by ITN as an independent film. A Nightmare on Elm Street 7-Film 4K UHD collection is also now available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.
Englund supports ScaresThatCare.org and the Laguna Beach High School Scholarship.
THE HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S WALK OF FAME
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a celebration of art, entertainment, and all things Hollywood. Star ceremonies are broadcast worldwide, connecting fans with their favorite artists. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the Walk of Fame on behalf of the City of Los Angeles. Honorees are selected by a committee of their peers. Sponsors fund the star, the ceremony, and the maintenance of the legendary attraction. The Walk of Fame is free to all. To learn more and find your favorite stars, visit www.walkoffame.com.
Hollywood Walk of Fame contact: Ana Martinez, [email protected]
ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (HCC)
Since 1921, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce exists to promote and enhance the business, cultural, and civic well-being of Hollywood. With some 700 members representing over 148,000 employees, the Chamber is the largest business organization in Hollywood. It serves as a place for diverse members to foster and implement big ideas that help drive commerce and improve the community of Hollywood. The Hollywood Chamber is the proud steward of two global icons: the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Sign. Steve Nissen is the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, and Jerry Neuman is the 2025/2026 Chair of the Board. To make a difference, connect with us at www.hollywoodchamber.net.