news Batman Receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star and Guinness World Records Title

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On September 26, 2024, Batman will receive the 2,790th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This makes him the first superhero to be honored with a star. The star will be placed next to those of Adam West, star of television’s Batman, and co-creator, Bob Kane.

Batman’s legacy spans comics, TV, animation, and film since his debut in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. His impact continues to resonate globally with fans.

At the ceremony, Batman will also be awarded a Guinness World Record for being the first superhero with a star on the Walk of Fame. Other Guinness titles for Batman include being the most adapted comic character in live-action films and Detective Comics being the longest-running comic series.

A fan event at Funko Hollywood will follow the ceremony. It will feature a meet-and-greet with Jim Lee from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wristbands for the event will be given to the first 100 fans who purchase Batman products on September 24.

Warner Bros. Archives will also host a pop-up exhibit at Funko Hollywood. The exhibit will display rare Batman props and costumes from his history in film and TV.

Created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, Batman has been a symbol of justice and resilience for over 85 years, becoming an iconic figure in popular culture.

Source: https://www.dc.com/blog/2024/09/16/...of-fame-star-and-guinness-world-records-title