Hollywood (disambiguation) facts for kids

Hollywood is a famous district in Los Angeles, California. It is known worldwide as the center of the American movie industry. Many movies and TV shows are made here, and it's where many famous actors, directors, and producers work.

Hollywood is not just a place; its name is also used for many other things!

Places Named Hollywood

The name "Hollywood" is used for several places, not just the famous district in Los Angeles.

• North Hollywood, Los Angeles: This is another neighborhood in Los Angeles, close to Hollywood.
• West Hollywood, California: This is a separate city right next to Hollywood, also in Los Angeles County.
• Hollywood Boulevard: This is a very famous street in Hollywood, California. It's where you can find the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• Hollywood Walk of Fame: This is a sidewalk along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street in Hollywood, California. It has more than 2,700 five-pointed stars with the names of famous people from the entertainment industry.
• Hollywood, Florida: This is a city located in Florida, on the Atlantic coast. It's a popular place for beaches and parks.
• Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport: This is a major airport in Florida, serving the areas of Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood.

Hollywood in Music

The name Hollywood is also used in the music world.

• Hollywood Records: This is an American record label. It's part of the Disney Music Group and releases music from many popular artists.
• Hollywood (Jay-Z): This is a song by the famous rapper Jay-Z, released in 2007.
• Hollywood Tonight (Michael Jackson): This is a song by the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson, released in 2011.
• Hollywood Undead: This is a rap rock band from Los Angeles, California.

Other Uses of Hollywood

The name Hollywood also appears in other areas.

• Hollywood blacklist: This refers to a sad time in American history when many people in the entertainment industry were unfairly accused of being communists and lost their jobs.
• Hollywood Pictures: This was a movie studio that made films, often for a younger audience.
• The Hollywood Reporter: This is a well-known magazine that covers news and information about the entertainment industry.
• Holly wood: This refers to the actual wood that comes from a holly plant. Holly plants are known for their bright red berries and green leaves, especially around the holidays.

See also

In Spanish: Hollywood (desambiguación) para niños