Michael Schur to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star

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Michael Schur poses with his Hollywood Walk of Fame Star during his Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ceremony on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on May 21, 2025 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - Michael Schur, the acclaimed television writer and producer, was honored with the 2,812th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday.

Known for creating hit series such as "The Good Place" and "Parks and Recreation," Schur received his star in the Television category. 

Ted Danson and Amy Poehler, both frequent collaborators and friends of Schur, joined emcee Steve Nissen at the event.

What they're saying:

Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, expressed enthusiasm for Schur's honor. 

"The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is honored to welcome creator and writer Michael Schur to the Hollywood Walk of Fame," stated Martinez. "Michael's outstanding contributions to television have earned him a well-deserved place among the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His creative genius continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the world."

The backstory:

Schur has a prolific career in television, having created several critically acclaimed and popular shows. His recent work includes creating the Netflix series "A Man on the Inside" starring Ted Danson, which is currently in production for its second season. 

Under his long-running deal at Universal Television, Schur also created "The Good Place," "Parks and Recreation," and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine."

Show creator Michael Schur attends the Los Angeles Premiere of "A Man On The Inside" at the TUDUM Theater on November 10, 2024 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images)

He currently serves as an executive producer on Max's "Hacks," starring Jean Smart, whose star will be located next to his.

Schur's journey in Hollywood began at NBC's "The Office," where he spent four years as a writer, producer, and actor. Prior to that, he started his television writing career in 1998 on "Saturday Night Live," spending seven seasons there, including three as the producer of Weekend Update with Tina Fey and Jimmy Fallon. 

What's next:

Schur is set to reunite with Amy Poehler on the new comedy series "Dig" for Peacock, where they will co-write the pilot episode and executive produce, with Poehler also starring.

Throughout his successful career, Schur has been recognized with multiple awards, including Peabody, Producers Guild, Writers Guild, and Primetime Emmy Awards.