‘Horror master’ John Carpenter honored with Walk of Fame star
- John Carpenter, the US filmmaker, attended his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on April 3, 2025, in Hollywood.
- Carpenter, known as 'The Horror Master,' earned the star for his contributions to motion pictures.
- Kurt Russell, Keith David, and Greg Nicotero joined Carpenter at the ceremony in front of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.
- Carpenter reflected on his early career, stating he was a 'skinny kid' pursuing Hollywood dreams.
- Carpenter's star is the 2,806th since the Walk of Fame was completed in 1961, recognizing his lasting impact.
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‘Horror master’ John Carpenter honored with Walk of Fame star
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Thursday honoring John Carpenter, who has received the nickname ‘The Horror Master’ for directing such films as “Halloween,” “The Thing,” “The Fog,” “Christine” and “In the Mouth of Madness.” “In 1968 I was a skinny kid from Bowling Green, Kentucky, walking these streets,” Carpenter said. “I was looking for a career in Hollywood. Well, I found my career, and today I have found Hollywood. Thank yo…
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