Horror Legends Unite: John Waters And Robert Englund Share The Walk Of Fame Magic

John Waters' Star Gets a Chilling Companion

Writer and filmmaker John Waters, often celebrated for his quirky and subversive style, once joked about pursuing Vincent Price's career. Now, he's linked with another horror great on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. Nearly three years after receiving his star in front of Larry Edmunds Bookshop at 6644 Hollywood Boulevard, Waters has a new, spine-tingling neighbor: Robert Englund.

Englund, famed for his role as Freddy Krueger in "A Nightmare on Elm Street," unveiled his star just last Halloween, marking the 2,826th addition to the illustrious path. The timing was perfect, coinciding with the season synonymous with the "Nightmare" franchise's eerie premieres. Waters' star, a nod to Baltimore's "Pope of Trash," remains a beloved fixture, now sharing its space with Englund.

“Here I am! Closer to the gutter than ever!” Waters proclaimed with his signature humor when his star was placed.

Stars Aligned but Facing Different Directions

Interestingly, although Waters and Englund's stars share the same row, they're oriented for different audiences. Waters' star is best read by passersby heading one way, while Englund's faces the opposite direction – as if the two icons stand back-to-back, commanding attention from all angles.

Hollywood Chamber of Commerce needed to expand Waters' row due to space constraints, according to Sean Hathwell, a dedicated employee at the bookshop. Englund's star unveiling featured appearances by Heather Langenkamp and director Eli Roth, drawing a significant crowd. “Englund drew a big crowd, but not as big as John’s," Hathwell noted.

Nearby Stars and Celebrity Moments

The company Waters keeps on the Walk of Fame is as illustrious as his career. Close by are stars honoring John Cusack, Gene Autry, and Ray Bradbury. Recent additions include Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt's joint star ceremony and Tim Burton's solo accolade, a stone's throw from Hollywood Toys & Costumes.

Waters' star was a significant event, with fans and Hollywood figures like Mink Stole, Ricki Lake, and Greg Gorman gathering on September 18, 2023, to celebrate his contribution to motion pictures. The charm of Waters and his association with horror continues, as he humorously noted his typecasting: "I’m always either the devil or Chucky’s father…I've always been trying to steal Vincent Price’s career.”