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Jonathan Bennett to be honored with the 483rd star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars

Post Date:11/10/2025 1:18 PM

 

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The Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that actor, television host, producer, and LGBTQI+ advocate Jonathan Bennett will be honored with the 483rd star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars in the category of Entertainment. The star will be unveiled during a public dedication ceremony on Thursday, November 20, at 11:00 a.m. at 100 S Palm Canyon Dr. in downtown Palm Springs.

WHAT: 483rd Star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars
WHO: Jonathan Bennett
WHEN: Thursday, November 20 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: 100 S Palm Canyon Dr.

Bennett, known worldwide for his breakout role in the cult classic Mean Girls, has continued to captivate audiences with his work across film, television, and Broadway for more than 20 years. Last year he fulfilled a lifelong dream by starring in Spamalot on Broadway and continues to entertain millions as host of Food Network’s Halloween Wars. Dubbed “The Gay King of Christmas” his Hallmark Channel credits include starring in and executive producing the GLAAD Media Award winning The Groomsmen film trilogy and the groundbreaking first gay-led holiday rom-com, The Holiday Sitter, among many others.

He also serves as creator, executive producer, and host of Hallmark’s first-ever unscripted competition series, Finding Mr. Christmas—the search for the next Hallmark Christmas movie star—and this holiday season stars in A Keller Christmas Vacation.

Beyond the screen, Bennett is a passionate advocate for equality and representation continuing to develop and create shows and movies that put LGBTQ+ stories at the forefront. He recently received the Human Rights Campaign’s Visibility Award and continues to use his platform to champion the LGBTQI+ community.

He and his husband, singer and television host Jaymes Vaughan, proudly call Palm Springs home and remain dedicated supporters of the city that celebrates them. Together, the couple shares their love for Palm Springs with a combined social media following of more than 3 million and through their many press features, including Bennett’s cover story in Palm Springs Life magazine.

For additional information, contact walkofthestars@pschamber.org or call the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce at (760) 325-1577.

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