(photo by Bob Freeman)

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce on Monday recognized Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein with stars on the Walk of Fame. Lauper and Fierstein are the creators of the hit Broadway musical “Kinky Boots.” They received the 2,577th and 2,578th stars, respectively. Lauper is a Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning artist who has sold more than 50-million albums worldwide during a 30-year music career. Fierstein authored “Kinky Boots,” and his writing credits include “Newsies” and “Casa Valentina.” Fierstein is also an actor who appeared in “Mrs. Doubtfire,” “Independence Day” and “Bullets Over Broadway.” Their stars are located at 6243 Hollywood Blvd. A production of “Kinky Boots” runs through April 24 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.