Mickey Mouse was the first Disney character to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Mickey received his star on November 13, 1978, celebrating his 50th anniversary. The honor recognized his lasting influence on motion pictures and popular culture and made him the first animated character to receive a star on the famous Hollywood landmark.
The timing connected the ceremony to Mickey’s 1928 debut period. Although characters such as Donald Duck and Goofy later received major public honors, Mickey’s recognition came first among Disney characters.
This fact is sometimes mixed up with the date of Mickey’s official birthday, November 18. The Walk of Fame ceremony occurred five days earlier, on November 13. The star is located on Hollywood Boulevard and is part of a broader collection honoring performers, fictional characters, and entertainment figures.