In 1983 that Carmine approached the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce with an innovated artwork ‘work form’ concept to symbolize the World Famous Hollywood Walk of Fame Star and for presentation to the celebrities at each Walk of Fame Star induction ceremony. Prior to his innovation, inducted celebrities were either given only a small-engraved plaque or nothing at all.

At that time, the Hollywood Chamber directors Johnny Grant and Bill Welsh immediately fell in love with the “NEW” representation of Hollywood. After creating various depictions of exactly what would work for the prestigious ceremony, the Chamber signed an exclusive contract with Carmine to recreate the Walk of Fame star for the Hollywood Chamber in perpetuity.

Even to this day when a celebrity receives their star, there is a gasp when they see the uncanny similarity between the real star and the artistic version Carmine produces. Also, because of his lifelong love of all things Hollywood, Carmine can usually be seen at most of the ceremonies when he is not busy working on a film or TV production.

As a child growing up literally in Hollywood and with a career spanning over 3 decades as an artist in ‘Show Business’, Carmine has proved that there is no substitute for the real thing. With the approval and backing of the Hollywood Chamber, Carmine has kept the class and integrity of the Star by producing different versions for the public. His company “Gift of Fame Enterprises” has provided a lift to the revitalization of Hollywood with thousands of gratified customers as well as the many charities to whom he has donated.