Memorial for Roddy McDowall at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Roddy McDowall remains one of Hollywood’s most beloved stars. Beginning his career at the age of 5 and working until his death at age 70 in 1998, you may remember him best as Cornelius and Caesar in the original Planet of the Apes series, or as Joe who waited for his Lassie to come home. Roddy graced the silver screen with his unique sensitivity and gifted Hollywood with his knack for friendship and love for his craft.

After his passing in 1998, Roddy’s remains were scattered in the Pacific Ocean, per his wishes. Nearly 27 years after his death, we wish to honor Roddy with a memorial glass-front niche located in Hollywood Forever Cemetery, located in the heart of Hollywood and is the final resting place of many of his colleagues including Burt Reynolds, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Tyrone Power, Stella Stevens and many more.

This is a fan-organized project to finally establish a place to remember and celebrate Roddy's "Fantastic Journey" of a career. Where fans of the past, present and future can come together. To cement his legacy in the center of the town he so loved, and who, in return, loved him right back.

Our goal is to raise enough money to install this memorial no later than his centennial birthday in 2028. Hollywood Forever has informed us that their rates increase annually, which is why our financial target is high. Your contributions will cover the cost of the window niche, the one-time installation fee and a floral vase.

We chose a memorial window over a ground plot because the concept of looking at images corresponds so perfectly to Roddy's life in front of and his passion for photographing. The thought of a ground plot felt cold and unsuitable for memorializing him. The size and location of this memorial within the park is entirely based on the donations we receive.

No raffles, sweepstakes, giveaways, or returns on investment are offered in exchange for any donations made to this GoFundMe.