Eugene Levy

WHO | HONOREE  Eugene Levy  

EMCEE                    Steve Nissen, President & CEO, Hollywood Chamber of Commerce

GUEST SPEAKERS  Catherine O’Hara and Sarah Levy

WHAT                     Dedication of the 2,773rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                     Friday, March 8, at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                   7080 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE          The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com 

Actor Eugene Levy was honored with the 2,773rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 11:30 am PT at 7080 Hollywood Boulevard. Levy received his star in the category of Television. Joining emcee Steve Nissen as speakers were actresses Catherine O’Hara and Sarah Levy.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and worldwide have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“We are very excited to welcome Eugene Levy to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In addition to his artistic achievements, Eugene has displayed exceptional dedication to his craft and has become a beloved figure in the industry. His professionalism and genuine passion for his work have garnered him the respect and admiration of his peers, and of course his millions of fans!” stated Ana Martinez, Producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Eugene Levy is an Emmy^®-winning actor, producer, and writer, who is best known for his work on the record-breaking comedy series “Schitt’s Creek.” The role of Noah Levenstein in the American Pie franchise cemented his reputation as America’s favorite dad, while the box office success of his films, such as Bringing Down The House, Cheaper By the Dozen 2, and Father Of The Bride Part II, have established him as one of Hollywood’s most popular comedic actors.

Currently, Levy serves as host and executive producer of “The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy” for Apple TV+, a non-scripted series that follows Levy as he visits some of the world’s most beautiful and intriguing destinations, making new friends and uncovering hidden local gems. After a successful first season, “The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy” was renewed for Season 2 and will premiere on March 8th globally on Apple TV+.

In 2013, Levy and his son Daniel co-created “Schitt’s Creek,” a beloved television series for CBC/Pop, in which he also starred and executive-produced. The single-cam, character-driven comedy also starred an ensemble cast including Catherine O’Hara, Annie Murphy, and Chris Elliott.

At the 72^nd Primetime Emmy Awards, the series received nine Emmy wins for its sixth and final season, becoming the most-awarded comedy series in a single year. Levy personally won two Emmys that year for Best Actor in a Comedy Series and Best Comedy Series. The show broke major records that night for being the first comedy or drama series to sweep all four acting categories and received the most wins for a comedy series in its final season. Levy and his son were also the first father-son pair ever to win Emmys in the same year.

“Schitt’s Creek” has received countless nominations and award wins to date, including a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Ensemble in a Comedy Series, a Producers Guild Award for the Danny Thomas  Award for Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television – Comedy, two consecutive GLAAD Media  Awards for Best Comedy, two Critics Choice Awards including Best Comedy Series, two TCA Awards including Outstanding Achievement in Comedy, a Costume Design Guild Award for Excellence in  Contemporary Television, and 21 total Emmy nominations with nine wins. At the 2020 Canadian Screen Awards, Levy also won Lead Actor in a Comedy and Best Comedy, alongside his other executive producers. From the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television, Levy also received the prestigious Legacy Award, along with co-star and long-time collaborator Catherine O’Hara. Levy previously won two Emmys for his writing on SCTV. 

Levy is also widely known for his work partnering with Christopher Guest. He earned critical acclaim for co-writing and co-starring in Best In Show, Waiting For Guffman, For Your Consideration, and A Mighty Wind, which garnered him a New York Film Critics Circle Award and a Grammy Award. He has also been nominated for and won countless awards for many of his films, including Splash, Armed and Dangerous, Multiplicity, Club Paradise, and Serendipity.

Levy is a Member of the Order of Canada and a recipient of The Governor General’s Performing Arts Award – the foremost Canadian honor for excellence in the performing arts.

Levy has been an outspoken and active member in the community by supporting several charities and foundations such as Food Banks Canada and Feeding America which helped provide food during the COVID-19 crisis. He has also raised funds for the Palisades YMCA for scholarships and community youth projects. He has been honored by The Creative Community For Peace and also has been honored with the fifth annual Robin Williams Legacy of Laughter Award.