Taylor Swift has cemented herself as one of the United States’ and the world’s most popular singers. Ever since she launched her career in the early to mid-2000s, Swift has received widespread acclaim from fans worldwide and has successfully sold multiple records, eventually gaining her dedicated fanbase, the Swifties. Her fame reached new heights in recent years, thanks to the incredibly successful Eras Tour. Despite this, the 35-year-old songstress has not yet received a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Since then, fans have been wondering why that is the case.
So why does Taylor Swift not have a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame? Here’s what you need to know.
Taylor Swift doesn’t have a star on the Walk of Fame, here’s why
Taylor Swift does not have a star on the Walk of Fame because she has likely not paid to apply for and install one.
To become eligible for a star, an entertainer, whether they are an actor or musician, must have “longevity in the field of entertainment” for five years or more. They must also have earned awards or nominations. They should actively engage in philanthropy, whether their charitable work takes place overseas or domestically.
Getting a star also requires money. Applicants pay $250 to apply and then pay a sponsorship fee of $75,000 if they are selected. The Hollywood Chamber uses this sponsorship fee to create, install, and maintain the star (via PEOPLE).
Thus, as mentioned above, Swift is eligible to get a star. She has worked in the music industry for more than five years and has earned multiple awards and nominations, such as a Grammy and a Billboard Music Award. She has also done philanthropic work by pledging or donating money to various causes, such as the Louisiana flood relief. However, she has likely not paid the money to install one, which is the only thing left for her to do. Thus, this explains why she doesn’t have a star.
Swift is not the only eligible celebrity who doesn’t have a star on the Walk of Fame. Others like Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck, Beyonce, and Angelina Jolie also don’t have a star installed.
In recent Taylor Swift news, the songstress and Travis Kelce reached a turning point in their relationship. PEOPLE learned via a source that the couple was currently “incredibly happy” and “in sync.”
Originally reported by Abdul Azim Naushad on ComingSoon.
