Javier Bardem leaves his mark on Hollywood Boulevard

Spanish actor Javier Bardem cemented his legacy in Hollywood on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, leaving his hand and footprints in the fresh cement at the historic Chinese Theatre. The 57-year-old star joined more than 200 screen legends honored with this tradition, which dates back to the theatre's construction.

"It is truly special to be given such a space to immortalize your name, your image," Bardem told AFP shortly after the ceremony. He reflected on the significance of the moment, stating, "When I think of all the people who have stood in this exact spot, I find it hard to believe that all of this is real."

Bardem gained international recognition in 2000 for his role in "Before Night Falls." He later won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor in 2008 for his chilling portrayal of Anton Chigurh in the Coen brothers' "No Country for Old Men." His recent work includes the film "The Being Known," which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival this year, and the series "The Raw," released in early June on AppleTV.

The actor has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump's anti-immigration policies and the situation in Gaza. During the ceremony, Bardem encouraged others to speak out, saying, "Many people come up to me and say, 'Thank you for doing or saying what you do or say,' and I encourage them to do the same, loud and clear."

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Many people come up to me and say, 'Thank you for doing or saying what you do or say,' and I encourage them to do the same, loud and clear.