Alan Cumming Honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Scottish Actor Receives Prestigious Recognition

Award-winning Scottish actor Alan Cumming has reached another milestone in his illustrious career, receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Jan. 8, 2026, honoring his decades-long career in theater, film, and television. Cumming was honored with the 2,832nd star, located at 6320 Hollywood Boulevard, in front of Iguana Vintage Clothing.

The ceremony marked a significant moment for the performer, who has built a reputation for choosing unconventional roles across multiple mediums. Stars who spoke about Cumming at the ceremony included Marc Malkin, Monica Lewinsky, and Brian Cox. The event celebrated not just his past achievements, but his continued influence in the entertainment industry.

A Career Spanning Multiple Platforms

He won a Tony Award for his performance in Cabaret, earned Emmy Awards for work including The Good Wife, and built a filmography that ranges from indie projects to major studio releases like GoldenEye and X2: X Men United. More recently, he has also become a pop-culture favorite again as the host and executive producer of Peacock’s The Traitors, a role that introduced him to a new generation of viewers.

Beyond television, Cumming continues to expand his artistic horizons. The Scottish actor-writer-presenter will host the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards. The ceremony will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday, Feb. 22. Additionally, he is currently the artistic director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre in his native Scotland.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Cumming

Cumming shows no signs of slowing down. Cumming is set to reprise his role as Nightcrawler from X2 in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Avengers: Doomsday (2026). Cumming is not being honored as a legacy figure quietly stepping back, but as someone still actively shaping television and performance culture in real time.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame honour represents more than just recognition of past accomplishments—it acknowledges an artist who continues to surprise audiences while maintaining his distinctive approach to his craft. For Cumming, this recognition comes at a time when he remains as relevant and creative as ever, bridging generations of entertainment and bringing his unique Scottish charm to audiences worldwide.