I have always been a fan of Michelle Pfeiffer. I cannot say that it is from her best works, but I loved 'Dangerous Minds' and 'Grease 2.' We also cannot forget her stellar work in 'One Fine Day.' It looks like Hollywood finally realized what an asset they had in Pfeiffer because this week she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her co-stars Paul Rudd and Jeff Bridges were in attendance when she received the honor.
Honestly, I am kind of surprised that it took Pfeiffer this long to get her own star. She has been in the A-list crowd for years and has acted in some classic movies (i.e. 'Scarface' and 'The Fabulous Baker Boys.) I mean if I were Pfeiffer, I would just be insulted that Michael Bolton and Kirstie Alley both were recognized before myself -- but maybe that is just me?
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COMMENTS
I couldn't agree more. The system for deciding those stars is unclear but apparently doesn't go by merit first..............at least she's there now, though
By Lady A on Aug 9th 2007 at 6:54AM
It seems the people who SHOULD get recognized sometimes don't, especially if they're not in the limelight currently. A good example of that would be Angela Cartwright, the actress who not only contributed significantly to "Lost In Space" and "The Sound Of Music" but as Danny Thomas' youngest child in "Make Room For Daddy", she was to tv what Shirley Temple was to movies, and that's a pretty big feat...yet...she has no star...
By Jade on Aug 9th 2007 at 7:05AM
So well deserved Michelle Pfeiffer. I have always enjoyed watching your acting in movies for years. Congrads!!!!! I'm very happy for you!
By Lisa on Aug 9th 2007 at 7:36AM
Pfeiffer was terrific in THE RUSSIA HOUSE. Any male viewer had to fall in love with her after seeing that movie. This outstanding work needs to be mentioned somewhere.
By Bob Merrell on Aug 9th 2007 at 7:42AM
Congratulations, Michelle! You've earned that star!
I wish I could celibrate with you!
:(
;)
By CaryGM on Aug 9th 2007 at 7:43AM
I honestly have to say that Michelle Pfieffer has had this coming for a long, long time. My favorite role of her's was in "Dangerous Liasions," opposite Glenn Close and John Malkovich. She is one of the few actresses of this day that has always had style and class. Kudos to you, Ms. Pfieffer. I am looking forward to seeing your new fantasy movie :)
By Maria-Danielle on Aug 9th 2007 at 7:44AM
Angela Cartwright needs to be nominated.........
By Doug on Aug 9th 2007 at 8:32AM
Whats the big deal about that stupid star? They pay for that or their publicity people pay for it. It's just a money-making scam for that short bald guy who calls himself the mayor of Hollywood. She's a good actress, yes, but the names that are on there should stay the same -- the star is part of old hollywood and it should stay that way -- it's getting corny. Pretty soon they'll start ripping out the stars of people we are all to young to remember and that will suck.
By kay on Aug 9th 2007 at 8:33AM
Michelle is very beautiful at 49, I agree, but I also agree with whoever posted that Angela Cartwright deserves a star also. She was so busy in her youth and was in two very successful TV shows, plus the eternal SOUND OF MUSIC on film. It's too bad that the getting of these stars these days relies more on paying for steep price, rather than being given it for merit.
By Esmeralda on Aug 9th 2007 at 10:22AM
You know thats true. Angela Cartwright to me is one of the real child stars , who was the best. And she turned out to have a great success , in everything shie did. She shoudl have a star !!!!!!
By Charlie Dee on Aug 10th 2007 at 9:50AM
What people don't seem to know is that the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame are not handed out by any kind of organization like the Screen Actors Guild, etc. To get a star on the Walk of the Fame, the actor's fans need to circulate a petition and get a certain number (I forget what it is) of signatures. They also have to raise money not only to pay for creation and installation, but also enough to fund a trust to pay for upkeep. This is why some who don't seem to deserve to be there are on the Walk of Fame - they owe it to their fans.
By theresa on Aug 9th 2007 at 3:22PM
It seems standards for getting a star have dropped. Not just in this case but in many others. Years ago stars were given to those who were much bigger in Hollywood than the likes of some who receive them today.
By sallyjo on Aug 9th 2007 at 6:32PM
Magnificent actress, magnificent looking and totally deserving of this honor. As so many others questioned - Why did it take so long??????
By Len on Aug 9th 2007 at 5:13PM
WOW! Michelle Pfeiffer? Who next - PAULIE SHORE?
By Artie on Aug 9th 2007 at 2:37PM
They just don't hand out stars, celebs actually have to contribute about $10,000 just to get the star!! It is nice she is getting one but she also helped herself to get it.
By Kayla on Aug 9th 2007 at 9:26AM
A well-deserved honor for a beautiful and classy actress! I've enjoyed her roles in many movies but my favorite has to be when she played the love interest to BOTH Mel Gibson and Kurt Russell in Tequila Sunrise. I remember thinking, "Holy Crap, what a lucky lady (and lucky guys, too)!" Check out the hot tub scene between Michelle and Mel in that movie for some STEAM HEAT without any graphic sex...wow!
By cb on Aug 9th 2007 at 9:42AM
WOW! Michelle Pfeiffer? Who next - PAULIE SHORE?
By Artie on Aug 9th 2007 at 9:53AM
A well-deserved honor for a fine actress who is a very beautiful and classy lady as well! I've enjoyed Michelle's work in many movies but have to say that her role as the love interest of BOTH Mel Gibson and Kurt Russell in "Tequila Sunrise" may be my favorite. I remember thinking...holy crap, what a lucky girl (and lucky guys, too, of course)! Check out the hot tub scene between Michelle and Mel for some serious STEAM HEAT without any graphic sex -- whew!
By cb on Aug 9th 2007 at 9:56AM
Oops...sorry about the double posting. I didn't think my first one went through. :/
By cb on Aug 9th 2007 at 9:57AM
It's not entirely Hollywood's choice to give a star. The star is awarded to people through their fan clubs. It is up to the members of the fan club to submit a request for a star to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will then approve or disapprove the star based on the actor/actress and the number of fan club members' requests. I believe there has to be 1500 fan club member requests to get a star, but I might be mistaken. The fan club also has to raise $25,000 to pay for the star, and that money cannot come from the celebrity being sponsored. In addition, the celebrity must be willing to be present for the presentation ceremony. If the star doesn't show up, then they don't get a star. That's how it works.
By Ryan on Aug 9th 2007 at 10:01AM