29 Oct 2026
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B-52s

B-52s

October 29, 2026

B-52s WHO | HONOREE     The B-52s

EMCEE                      Award winning SiriusXM radio personality and Walk of Famer Richard Blade

GUEST SPEAKERS   Fred Armisen and The Go-Go’s

WHAT                         Dedication of the 2,861st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6212 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Amoeba Music

WATCH LIVE             The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

The B-52s were honored with the 2,861st star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 29th at 11:30 am PT at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard in front of Amoeba Music. The B-52s received their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Richard Blade were Fred Armisen and The Go-Go’s.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONORE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome the B-52s to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Honoring The B-52s with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is a celebration of their unforgettable music, fearless spirit, and the nostalgia they’ve created for generations of fans. Their unique sound and energy have truly become part of Hollywood’s musical history.” Added Martinez.

 

Selling over 20 million albums worldwide, the B-52s—Fred Schneider (vocals), Kate Pierson (vocals), Cindy Wilson (vocals), and retired-from-performing Keith Strickland (guitar, drums, keys, and programming)—have quietly impacted alternative music, fashion, and culture over the course of four-plus decades. They count John Lennon, Madonna, James Murphy, Arcade Fire, Lady Gaga, and Michael Stipe among their many disciples. Panic! At The Disco, Blood Orange, The Offspring, Pitbull, Roger Sanchez, and DJ Shadow have all sampled classics from the band’s discography, while Seth MacFarlane’s Family Guy, The Simpsons, Sugarland, and more have offered up covers of their own.

The band inched towards the forefront of the post-punk movement in America codified by 1979’s self-titled The B-52’s. Not only did the record go gold, but it also placed at #152 on Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Albums of All Time” and #99 on VH1’s “Greatest Albums of All Time.” The gold-selling Wild Planet arrived hot on its heels in 1980. With Keith Strickland brilliantly filling in the void with music composition and live show guitar duties after Ricky Wilson’s untimely passing, 1989’s watershed Cosmic Thing elevated the B-52s to another galaxy altogether. It moved 5 million-plus units and spawned a string of Top 10 smashes in the form of the GRAMMY®-nominated “Roam” and “Love Shack”—which Rolling Stone lauded on the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time.”

After a 16-year hiatus, the B-52s proved as bright, bold, and boundless as ever on 2008’s Funplex. The momentum only ramped up when they roamed on tour in 2015 alongside Tears for Fears, the Pretenders, and more, and then continued up through the band’s celebrated farewell tour which launched in 2022.

The group is involved in several charities which include: PETA, Sweet Relief, God’s Love We Deliver, Life Beat, and Save the Chimps.

As they prepare to celebrate their catalog with their ongoing farewell performances, the B-52s look forward to inspiring future generations.

 

15 Oct 2026
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carlorambaldi

Carlo Rambaldi

October 15, 2026

carlorambaldi

WHO | HONOREE     Carlo Rambaldi

EMCEE                      Entertainment Journalist Silvia Bizio

GUEST SPEAKERS   President of Cinecitta Antonio Saccone, Actor Matt Winston and President of The Rambaldi Foundation and                                           honoree’s granddaughter Cristina Lippolis Rambaldi

l                                  Accepting the star will be honoree’s daughter Daniela Rambaldi

WHAT                         Dedication of the 2,860th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, October 15th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      1611 Vine Street in front of the Ricardo Montalban Theatre

WATCH LIVE              The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

 

Carlo Rambaldi was honored posthumously with the 2,860th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 15th at 11:30 am PT at 1611 Vine Street. Rambaldi received his posthumous star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Silvia Bizio were Antonio Saccone, Matt Winston, and Christina Lippolis Rambaldi.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Carlo Rambaldi to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Carlo was a visionary whose artistry brought cinema’s most unforgettable characters to life. From his groundbreaking work on E.T. with Steven Spielberg to his iconic animatronic King Kong, his imagination transformed the film experience. An Academy Award-winning master, it is an honor to celebrate his remarkable legacy with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame” added Martinez.

 

Carlo Rambaldi was a visionary special effects artist who pushed the boundaries of what was possible on screen. Born on September 15th, 1925 in the small town of Vigarano Mainarda, Italy, Rambaldi’s fascination with art and animation began at a young age. He spent his afternoons building his own toys out of clay and helping his father in his workshop, where he learned about mechanics and levers.

Even though his family was against his desire to pursue an artistic career, Rambaldi enrolled as a scenography student at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna. Although he started his artistic journey as a sculptor and painter, he soon discovered his true passion in character animation. Rambaldi was driven by the idea of bringing inanimate objects to life and was determined to find a way to do so.

With his unsatisfied interest in the animation techniques of his time, Rambaldi dedicated himself to designing and constructing small mechanisms to test the possibility of animating them electrically. He made several films testing these mechanisms, and his work yielded excellent results. This early fascination with animation paved the way for Rambaldi’s future in special effects.

In the 1950s, he ventured into the world of special effects and worked on more than sixty Italian films, where he designed and created innovative and impactful effects. In the years following he collaborated with Federico Fellini, Ettore Scola, Luchino Visconti, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Dario Argento, Mario Bava, Pupi Avati and more. However, it was his work on Hollywood productions that cemented his status as one of the most innovative and creative special effects artists of his time.

His reputation grew substantially in the 1970s when he was called by producer Dino De Laurentiis to work on King Kong. Rambaldi designed and created the life-sized animatronic gorilla for King Kong and won his first Special Achievement Academy Award for his groundbreaking work. He then went on to work on other iconic Hollywood productions, such as Stephen Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Ridley Scott’s Alien, and David Lynch’s Dune.

 

Rambaldi’s most memorable creation was the iconic alien character for Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, which became a pop culture phenomenon. His ability to bring fantastical creatures and otherworldly beings to life on screen, using a combination of innovative designs and cutting-edge technology, is unparalleled. Rambaldi’s other work includes the fire-breathing dragon in The Dragon’s Blood, the Medusa in Medusa vs the Son of Hercules, giant skeletons in Planet of the Vampires, vivisected dogs for A Lizard in a Woman’s Skin, the monster Dagoth in Conan the Destroyer, and a mechanized werewolf for Silver Bullet, among many more. Throughout his illustrious career, Rambaldi won three Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects, distinguishing him as one of the most decorated special effects artists in the history of cinema.

Carlo Rambaldi’s impact on the world of special effects goes beyond his groundbreaking work in film. He was also dedicated to his community and a passionate advocate for the arts and culture. He firmly believed in the power of the arts to inspire and bring positive change to society. To honor his contributions to the community and support the next generation of artists and filmmakers, Rambaldi’s family founded the Fondazione Culturale Carlo Rambaldi. This non-profit organization is dedicated to promoting the art and culture of special effects and supporting young artists and filmmakers interested in pursuing careers in this field.

The Fondazione Culturale Carlo Rambaldi has taken on a range of initiatives, including workshops, exhibitions, and community-oriented projects that have positively impacted the local community and beyond. Some of the recent activities of the foundation include the Carlo Rambaldi Scholarship, which provides scholarships to young artists and filmmakers interested in special effects; collaborations with local schools such as the “L’Alieno e L’Amicizia” Project to raise awareness on the topics of diversity, equality, and saying no to bullying and racism, and the “E.T. Save the Planet” Project aimed at teaching recycling and ways to care for planet Earth; and the WE NEED LOVE Fundraising Event in collaboration with Cooperativa Sociale Fabula Onlus to fundraise in support of their work and to raise awareness for autism.

One of the Carlo Rambaldi Foundation’s key missions is to bring Rambaldi’s legacy into the future, translating his extraordinary creative vision into new languages that can inspire and engage younger generations.

Through projects such as Alien Perspective, the Foundation explores technologies including Virtual Reality and Extended Reality (XR) to create immersive experiences that allow audiences not simply to observe Rambaldi’s work, but to step inside his imagination. These new forms of storytelling offer a contemporary way to discover his creative process, his characters, and the visionary world behind them.

The goal is not simply to preserve the past, but to keep Rambaldi’s creativity alive by allowing new generations to experience it in new ways—creating a bridge between craftsmanship and technology, memory and innovation, heritage and the future.

On August 10, 2012, Rambaldi died in Lamezia Terme, Italy, at the age of 86. He is remembered as a pioneer and wizard in the field of special effects, whose contributions to the film industry will continue to be celebrated for generations to come. Carlo Rambaldi’s legacy lives on through his groundbreaking work and the artists he inspired, reminding us that with imagination and ingenuity, we can bring the impossible to life.

 

This event is in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Culture (MiC) and the National Committee for the Celebrations of Carlo Rambaldi.

 

08 Oct 2026
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Air supply
Air Supply shoot at Nelson Nevada May 30, 2024 Nevada USA Photos By Denise Truscello

Air Supply

October 8, 2026
Air supply

Air Supply shoot at Nelson Nevada
May 30, 2024
Nevada USA
Photos By Denise Truscello

WHO | HONOREE      Air Supply

EMCEE                      iHeart Media radio personality Lisa Foxx

GUEST SPEAKERS   Pat Sajak and David Foster

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,859th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, October 8th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6126 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE             The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Air Supply was honored with the 2,859th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 8th at 11:30 am PT at 6126 Hollywood Boulevard. Air Supply received their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Lisa Foxx were speakers Pat Sajak and David Foster.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Air Supply to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer.  For more than 50 years, Air Supply has created a timeless musical legacy that has touched generations of fans around the world. We are thrilled to honor Graham and Russell with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and celebrate the enduring love and connection their music has inspired” added Martinez

For 50 years, Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock—known to millions of fans worldwide as Air Supply—have captivated audiences with soaring harmonies, timeless love songs, and an unmistakable blend of pop and rock.

The duo marked its golden anniversary on May 13, 2025, with a sold-out debut at Carnegie Hall—its 5,560th concert. The celebration came 50 years after Russell and Hitchcock first met on May 12, 1975, during rehearsals for the Australian touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar.

Air Supply’s signature hits include “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” “Every Woman in the World,” “The One That You Love,” “Here I Am,” “Sweet Dreams,” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All.” The duo matched The Beatles’ run of five consecutive Top Five singles and sold a combined 20 million copies of its first three international albums—Lost in Love, The One That You Love, and Now and Forever—and its 1983 Greatest Hits collection.

Five Air Supply songs have achieved multi-million radio plays, and Russell received a BMI Million-Air Certificate recognizing three million performances of “All Out of Love.” The group continues to perform approximately 130 dates a year throughout North America and around the world.

Among its most memorable international milestones, Air Supply became the first Western group to tour China and performed for an estimated 175,000 people in Havana, Cuba in 2005. The duo has also appeared at the Hollywood Bowl and Sydney Opera House and performed for Prince Charles and Princess Diana during Australia’s bicentennial celebration in 1988.

After meeting in Jesus Christ Superstar, Russell and Hitchcock began performing in Sydney’s pizza parlors, coffee bars, and nightclubs with one guitar and two voices. Their close harmonies and Russell’s original songs quickly attracted attention. “Love and Other Bruises” became an Australian hit, and a tour opening for Rod Stewart introduced the duo to audiences in Australia, Canada, and the United States.

The turning point came with “Lost in Love,” first released on the 1979 album Life Support. The song caught the attention of Arista Records president Clive Davis, who signed Air Supply and released the duo’s U.S. debut album, also titled Lost in Love. The title track reached No. 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart and No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100; “All Out of Love” followed at No. 2.

Through changing musical eras, Air Supply remained a prolific recording and touring act. Its catalog includes The Earth Is …, The Vanishing Race, News from Nowhere, The Book of Love, Yours Truly, Across the Concrete Sky, the acoustic collection The Singer and the Song, and the orchestral live album The Lost in Love Experience.

Air Supply is commemorating its anniversary with new projects across music, film, theater, and publishing. These include the biopic All Out of Love: The Air Supply Story, the Broadway comedy-drama musical Lost in Love, a forthcoming autobiography and the duo’s 18th studio album, A Matter of Time, produced by Brian Howes. A special vinyl compilation of remastered hits is also planned.

On tour, Russell and Hitchcock are joined by a powerhouse ensemble featuring musical director Mirko Tessandori on piano, keyboards and vocals; Pavel Valdman on drums; Doug Gild on bass; and cellists Jessika Soli and Kat Findlay.

They have been actively engaged in support of hospitals and schools in Jamaica, donating 100% of concert proceeds to fund children’s hospitals and rural schools. They are also spokespersons for wildlife charities to protect our oceans and bird sanctuaries.

 

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello

30 Sep 2026
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Bradley Whitford

Bradley Whitford

September 30, 2026

Bradley Whitford

WHO | HONOREE     Bradley Whitford

EMCEE                      Award winning Entertainment Anchor and host of KTLA’S LA Unscripted Dayna Devon

GUEST SPEAKERS   Actors Martin Sheen and Dule Hill

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,858th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                       Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                     6104 Hollywood Boulevard near the Gateway to the Walk of Fame

WATCH LIVE             The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Bradley Whitford was honored with the 2,858th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 30th at 11:30 am PT at 6104 Hollywood Boulevard. Whitford received his star in the category of Television. Joining emcee Dayna Devon were Walk of Famer Martin Sheen and Dule Hill.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Bradley Whitford to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As a multi-Emmy Award-winning actor Bradley has built a remarkable career across television, film, and theater, establishing himself as one of Hollywood’s most respected and versatile performers.” “What makes this ceremony even more special is having his TV wife and good friend Allison Janney’s star shining right beside him!” added Martinez.

 

Whitford is best known for his iconic role as Josh Lyman on NBC’s The West Wing, which earned him his first Primetime Emmy Award. He later won Emmys for his performances in Transparent and The Handmaid’s Tale, where his portrayal of Commander Joseph Lawrence earned him widespread acclaim and two additional Emmy nominations.

Most recently, Whitford joined Netflix’s The Diplomat as Todd Penn, husband to President Grace Penn, played by his former West Wing co-star Allison Janney. His performance earned him an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series, and he will return as a series regular for the show’s fourth season in October. His recent projects also include Netflix’s limited series Death by Lightning, the independent film For Worse, directed by his wife Amy Landecker for which he also serves as an EP, and Universal Pictures’ Reminders of Him.

Whitford’s extensive television credits also include AMC’s Parish, Apple TV+’s Echo 3, NBC’s Perfect Harmony which he both starred in and executive produced, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Happyish, Trophy Wife, The Mentalist, The Good Guys, and Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, among many others.

On film, Whitford has appeared in acclaimed and Oscar-nominated projects including Get Out, The Post, Scent of a Woman, and Lin-Manuel Miranda’s tick, tick… BOOM!, as well as Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Saving Mr. Banks, and HBO’s All the Way. He also produced the documentary Not Going Quietly, chronicling the life and activism of Ady Barkan.

A classically trained stage actor, Whitford studied theater and English literature at Wesleyan University before attending the Juilliard Theater Center. He made his Broadway debut in Aaron Sorkin’s A Few Good Men and later appeared opposite Mark Rylance in Boeing, Boeing. His extensive stage work also includes Curse of the Starving Class, Measure for Measure, Three Days of Rain, Coriolanus, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, A Christmas Carol, and Peter Pan Goes Wrong.

 

This fall, Whitford will return to Broadway in Lincoln Center Theater’s revival of A Few Good Men, taking on the role of Lt. Col. Nathan Jessep. The production marks the first Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s landmark courtroom drama and sees Bradley taking on one of the most iconic roles in contemporary theater and film.

 

Whitford has worked with a variety of organizations over the years including Cure Autism Now, Autism Speaks, Be A Hero, and now The Patient’s Union in the fight to expand access to healthcare in this country, and is a longtime advocate for Planned Parenthood and other organizations fighting specifically for women’s access to healthcare. He received the Brady Action Award from the Brady Campaign for his advocacy on behalf of common-sense gun safety, and has been named a Champion of Justice for his work with the Alliance for Justice. He is a longtime supporter of Stacey Abram’s Fair Fight Action and the Fair Elections Center to ensure that we have free and fair elections for generations to come. Whitford also received the Ally for Equality Award from the Human Rights Campaign and is an active advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and representation.

 

16 Sep 2026
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Nia Long

Nia Long

September 16, 2026

Nia LongWHO | HONOREE            Nia Long

EMCEE                             Variety correspondent Angelique Jackson

GUEST SPEAKERS         Graham King, Snoop Dogg

WHAT                               Dedication of the 2,857th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN:                             Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE:                           6150 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE:                   The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Nia Long was honored with the 2,857th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 16th at 11:30 am PT. Long received her star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Angelique Jackson were Michael producer Graham King, and Snoop Dogg.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Nia Long to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Nia is such a beloved and talented actress, and we’re so excited to celebrate her incredible career with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She has brought so many unforgettable characters to life and has connected with audiences for decades. It’s wonderful to see her receive this well-deserved honor,” added Martinez.

 

Nia Long is an award-winning actor known for her iconic work and legendary roles across both film and television.

Long’s most recent film sees her starring in Michael, the blockbuster biopic of cultural icon Michael Jackson, which was released by Lionsgate on April 24, 2026 to massive global box office success. The film scored the top launch ever for a music biopic domestically, and recently dethroned Oppenheimer as the highest-grossing biopic of all time globally as it joined the billion-dollar club and became the top-grossing film worldwide in the history of Lionsgate. Michael was directed by Antoine Fuqua, and produced by Academy Award-winning Bohemian Rhapsody producer Graham King. The film starred Long as Katherine Jackson, matriarch of the Jackson family, alongside Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, and Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s nephew, as the music icon.

 

A four-time NAACP Award winner, her role in Boyz n the Hood in the 90’s put her on the map, followed by iconic parts in Friday, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Third Watch, Tyler Perry’s The Single Moms Club, Made in America, NCIS: Los Angeles, Empire, #blackAF, and Dear White People, among others.

 

Up next, Long recently wrapped production for Netflix’s upcoming romantic drama Don’t Ever Wonder. Reuniting with her beloved Love Jones co-star Larenz Tate, the film is inspired by Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite album, and Long also serves as Executive Producer. It was just announced that Long and Ice Cube are reuniting after 20 years for Are They Gone Yet?, which is currently in early development after being acquired by Skydance Sports, two decades after the pair starred alongside each other in the hit films Are We There Yet? and Are We Done Yet?

 

Long’s other films include: You People, Missing, Searching, Fatal Affair, and The Banker, along with The Best Man: The Final Chapters, which premiered to record ratings, reuniting the original cast once again to send this decades-long franchise off in style and earning her a 2023 NAACP Award.

 

Long’s upcoming memoir will be published by Gallery Books, and in 2024 she was a Grammy nominee, appearing on Janelle Monáe’s The Age of Pleasure, which was nominated for Album of The Year.

 

She is a longtime supporter of the United Nations Foundation and in 2023 was honored by Reel Works with the ChangeMaker Award.

 

 

10 Sep 2026
Recent ceremony, Television Permalink
Greg Daniels

Greg Daniels

September 10, 2026

Greg Daniels WHO | HONOREE     Greg Daniels

EMCEE                      Marc Malkin, Variety’s Senior Editor, Culture and Events

GUEST SPEAKERS   Conan O’Brien & Steve Carell

WHAT                         Dedication of the 2,856th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, September 10th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6357 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE             The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Greg Daniels was honored with the 2,856th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 10th at 11:30 am PT at 6357 Hollywood Boulevard. Daniels received his star in the category of Television. Joining emcee Marc Malkin were Conan O’Brien and Steve Carell.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Greg Daniels to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Greg Daniels has had an extraordinary impact on television and popular culture through his remarkable creativity, wit, and ability to tell stories that resonate with audiences around the world. We are thrilled to honor his incredible career with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating a true visionary whose work has brought generations of viewers laughter, inspiration, and unforgettable characters.” – Ana Martinez, Hollywood Walk of Fame Producer

 

Greg Daniels is a five-time Emmy-award-winning writer, director, producer, and creator of many iconic series and characters.

 

Daniels is best known for developing and running The Office for American television.  A number one comedy for NBC, The Office was the number one streamed show of any genre between 2016 and 2020 which was responsible for 7.5% of Netflix’s total views during that time.

Of the highest-rated sitcom episodes ever on IMDb, there are four tied at number one: two are Office episodes and Daniels wrote both.  Last year, for Peacock, he co-created with Michael Koman the Office spin-off, The Paper, starring Domhnall Gleason and Sabrina Impacciatore, which Esquire called “f**king hilarious.” Season two of The Paper drops all episodes on September 9, 2026.

He co-created the classic animated series King of the Hill with Mike Judge in 1997, and developed the new seasons with Judge and Saladin Patterson.  Season 15 just dropped with a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and the series has been watched over a billion hours on Hulu and Disney+. It’s been picked up for an additional two seasons.

Daniels also created Upload, the most watched half-hour show ever on Prime Video, and co-created the long-running hit Parks and Recreation, Netflix’s Space Force, and the international reality format My Mum, Your Dad. He learned to direct by directing the voices and giving notes on storyboards in the early seasons of King of the Hill. Daniels directed the pilots of Parks and Recreation, The Paper, Upload, People of Earth, and over a dozen episodes of The Office.  On all scripted shows he has created or co-created, he was the initial showrunner.

Recently Daniels teamed back up with Mike Judge to start Bandera Entertainment, which produces animated shows for Peacock, Netflix, Freeform, and Comedy Central, including the award-winning hit, Common Side Effects on Adult Swim and Max, and the new seasons of King of the Hill.

Early in his career, Daniels wrote for The Simpsons, Seinfeld, and Saturday Night Live, where he met his wife, Susanne, who became a network president and developed and put on the air Gilmore Girls, Cobra Kai, Dawson’s Creek, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and literally hundreds of other quality shows.  In the evenings, they enjoy reading together— nah, don’t be ridiculous, they watch TV.

Greg and Susanna Daniels support Children’s Hospital LA; British Columbia Children’s Hospital; the UCLA Center for Scholars and Storytellers; the American Repertory Theater (nonprofit); UCLA’s Ronald Reagan Hospital; and Girls, Inc, among other causes.

04 Sep 2026
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Lea Salonga

Lea Salonga

September 4, 2026

Lea Salonga WHO | HONOREE      Lea Salonga

EMCEE                      Emmy Award Winning sports & Entertainment Journalist Sibley Scoles

GUEST SPEAKERS   Actress and Walk of Famer Ming-Na Wen

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,855th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Friday, September 4th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6225 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Pantages Theatre

WATCH LIVE             The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Lea Salonga was honored with the 2,855th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 4th at 11:30 am PT at 6255 Hollywood Boulevard. Salonga received her star in the category of Live Performance. Joining emcee Sibley Scoles was Ming-Na Wen.

Wen and Salonga both lent their voices in the hit animated film as the lead character “Mulan”. Salonga will have the honor of being the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

Following her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, Salonga will also be honored with the Icon Award at the third annual Manila International Film Festival’s (MIFF) Closing Night Awards Gala on Sunday, September 6th at The Beverly Hilton. A member of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, MIFF nominated Salonga to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Committee for consideration.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Lea Salonga to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer.

“Lea Salonga is a true trailblazer whose extraordinary talent and decades-long career have inspired audiences around the world. We are thrilled to honor her with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and especially proud that she will be the first Filipina to receive this iconic recognition. Her achievement is a milestone, not only for Lea, but for the Filipino community and for generations of artists who will follow in her footsteps” added Martinez.

Multiple award-winning actress and singer Lea Salonga is renowned across the world for her powerful voice and perfect pitch. Lea stars as the lead villain in Dreamworks Animation’s upcoming fantasy film Forgotten Island premiering September 26th. Lea most recently starred on Broadway in Old Friends (alongside Bernadette Peters) after headlining the Los Angeles and London productions.

Lea is best known for her Tony Award-winning role in Miss Saigon. In addition to the Tony, she has won the Olivier, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Theatre World Awards. She was also the first Asian to play Éponine in the musical Les Misérables on Broadway and returned to the beloved show as Fantine in the 2006 revival. In January 2026 she took on the role of Madame Thénardier in Les Misérables: The World Tour Spectacular. On Broadway, Lea starred in the 2018 Broadway revival of Once on This Island as the Goddess of Love, Erzulie. The show’s return to the Broadway stage earned a Tony Award for “Best Revival of a Musical” and garnered Lea and the cast a Grammy nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album.” She has also been seen on Broadway in Here Lies Love, Allegiance, and Flower Drum Song.

Many fans of all ages recognize Lea as the singing voice of Princess Jasmine from Aladdin and Fa Mulan for Mulan and Mulan II. For her portrayal of the beloved princesses, the Walt Disney Company bestowed her with the honor of “Disney Legend.”

Lea starred in Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (a reboot of the popular series) available on HBO Max, after starring in the critically acclaimed Sony musical-drama Yellow Rose. Lea can also be heard in the Netflix record-breaking film KPop Demon Hunters, the Netflix animated series Centaurworld, and in FX’s animated series Little Demon. In August 2021, Lea released her single “Dream Again” and in November Lea Salonga: Live with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra from Sydney Opera House aired as part of Great Performances on PBS. A live album of the performance was subsequently released by Broadway Records.

Lea’s 2025 Stage, Screen & Everything In Between Tour and her 2022 Dream Again Tour saw sold-out audiences and record-breaking sales across North America and the United Kingdom. Lea has toured all over the world, performing sold-out concerts in such locations as the Sydney Opera House, 02 Arena, Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, Singapore’s Esplanade, Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, Hong Kong Cultural Center, Queen Sirikit Convention Center in Bangkok, and Carnegie Hall in New York.

 

In addition to her stage and screen credits, Lea served as a judge on the hit Philippines version of The Voice, including the ratings juggernaut The Voice Kids. She has released multiple solo albums, toured the world with legendary pop-opera quartet Il Divo, and received rave reviews for her many cabaret engagements, including a record-setting run at New York’s 54 Below. Her latest album, Sounding Joy – The Holiday Album, was released by Center Stage Records in November 2024.

In her 45-year career, Lea has performed for six Philippine presidents (from Ferdinand Marcos to Benigno S. Aquino III), four American Presidents (Joe Biden, George H. W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush), and for Diana, Princess of Wales and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was honored by Time Magazine as a Time100 Impact Award Recipient and received the Gold House 2023 Gold Legend Award.

 

18 Aug 2026
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Angelique Kidjo

Angélique Kidjo

August 18, 2026

Angelique KidjoWHO | HONOREE             Angélique Kidjo

EMCEE                             Variety Correspondent, Angelique Jackson

GUEST SPEAKERS          Willem Dafoe & Harvey Mason Jr.

WHAT                                Dedication of the 2,854th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                               Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                             7011 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE                     The event was streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Five-time GRAMMY-winning musician Angélique Kidjo was honored with the 2,854th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 18 at 11:30 am PT at 7011 Hollywood Boulevard, across the street from the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Kidjo received her star in the category of Recording.

 

The historic honor arrived at a defining moment for African music, as artists from across the continent reach new audiences and reshape popular music around the world. Kidjo’s recognition carries particular weight: over the course of her four-decade career, she has helped open pathways for African artists on the global stage, making this star both a celebration of her singular legacy and a reflection of the movement she helped advance.

 

Joining Kidjo for the ceremony were Willem Dafoe, the internationally acclaimed actor and four-time Academy Award nominee, and Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy® and MusiCares and a multi-GRAMMY and Emmy-nominated songwriter and producer. The ceremony was emceed by Variety Correspondent, Angelique Jackson.

 

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Angélique Kidjo to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Angélique Kidjo’s extraordinary artistry and global influence have inspired audiences across generations and continents. We are proud to honor her as the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing her remarkable contributions to music and culture around the world.” — Ana Martinez, Producer, Hollywood Walk of Fame

 

Angélique Kidjo is one of the most influential and acclaimed artists in international music, a creative force whose four-decade career has bridged cultures, generations, and genres. With eighteen albums to her name, Kidjo was named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the world. The BBC included her among the African continent’s 50 most iconic figures, while The Guardian recognized her as one of the 100 most inspiring women in the world. Forbes has also recognized Kidjo as the most influential woman in Africa. Her many international honors include the 2015 Crystal Award from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland; the 2016 Amnesty International Ambassador of Conscience Award; the 2018 German Sustainability Award; the 2023 Vilcek Prize in Music; and the 2023 Polar Music Prize.

 

As a performer, Kidjo’s commanding voice, electrifying stage presence, and fluency across cultures and languages have earned the respect of her peers and built a global following. Throughout her career, she has brought the West African traditions of her childhood in Benin into conversation with American R&B, funk, jazz, and gospel, as well as music from Europe, Latin America, and across the African diaspora.

 

After exploring the musical roads of Africa’s diaspora, reimagining Talking Heads’ landmark album Remain in Light, paying tribute to iconic salsa singer Celia Cruz, and collaborating with generations of artists, Kidjo continues her expansive creative journey on her latest album, HOPE!! The 18th album in her widely acclaimed discography features Pharrell Williams, Quavo, Ayra Starr, Davido, Nile Rodgers, Charlie Wilson, IZA, PJ Morton, and more. A music video for album standout “Bando,” featuring Pharrell Williams and Quavo, is also forthcoming. The project affirms Kidjo as a truly essential artist, one whose unbridled joy serves as a unifying force.

 

“I started singing when I was six years old, and I’m grateful every day that I still get to live my passion and do what I love with my life,” says Kidjo, who hails from the West African nation of Benin. “With this album I wanted to put some fire back in people’s hearts and show how much we need that joy and hope to keep our humanity going.”

 

Dedicated to Kidjo’s late mother, HOPE!! emerged from a period shaped by grief and renewal. “My mother used to tell me that hope is the bedrock of our existence,” says Kidjo. As the latest offering in a catalog that’s continually shown the transformative power of music, HOPE!! solidifies Kidjo’s legacy as a visionary artist whose sense of purpose has only grown stronger over time.

 

Kidjo also travels the world advocating on behalf of children as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF. At the 2019 G7 Summit, French President Emmanuel Macron named her a spokesperson for the AFAWA initiative, or Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa, which works to help close the financing gap for women entrepreneurs across the continent. Kidjo also founded the Batonga Foundation, which has built a powerful, locally led movement advancing the education, leadership, and economic empowerment of girls and young women across Benin and Senegal, transforming lives, strengthening communities, and redefining what is possible for the next generation.

 

13 Aug 2026
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Orel Hershiser

Orel Hershiser

August 13, 2026

Orel HershiserWHO | HONOREE     Orel Hershiser

EMCEE                      Multiple Emmy Award-winning journalist and a record eight-time National Sportscaster of the year, Bob                                      Costas

GUEST SPEAKERS   Clayton Kershaw, Joe Davis, Dave Roberts and Jaime Jarrin

WHAT                         Dedication of the 2,853rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, August 13th, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6755 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE              The event was be streamed live exclusively at www.walkoffame.com

 

Orel Hershiser was honored with the 2,853rd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 13th at 11:30 am PT at 6755 Hollywood Boulevard. Hershiser received his star in the category of Sports Entertainment. Joining emcee Bob Costas were Clayton Kershaw, Joe Davis, Dave Roberts and Walk of Famer Jaime Jarrin.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Dodger Orel Hershiser to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “It seems only fitting that Orel’s star will shine at 6755 Hollywood Boulevard. The ‘55’ honors the jersey number that became synonymous with one of the greatest Dodgers of all time, while the ‘67’ is a number that carries its own legendary story.

Hershiser holds the Major League Baseball Record for consecutive scoreless innings pitched at 59; A record that has stayed in the Dodger Family Since Don Drysdale had it (58 2/3 Innings) since 1968.

Some will remember that he pitched 8 additional scoreless innings in the 1988 National League Championship Series against a Mets Team that was considered one of the most prolific offenses in the 80’s. Hence, 67. 6755 Hollywood Blvd!” added Martinez.

In 2014, the iconic Vin Scully was nearing the final years of his legendary broadcasting career. At the same time, the Los Angeles Dodgers launched SportsNet LA—a television industry game-changing 24/7 team-dedicated channel. One iconic name was circled to meet at this convergence, a name that would give the audience comfort in Scully’s transitionary years and concurrently help give a fledgling network credibility: Orel Hershiser.

Hershiser established himself during a 13-year playing career with the Dodgers as one of baseball’s greatest players—a record-breaking, award-winning ace. In 1988, Hershiser became the star of one of baseball’s all-time great true Hollywood stories. The dominantly right-handed pitcher helped lift an underdog Dodger team to a World Series championship against the mighty Oakland A’s, in one of the most dramatic victories in the Fall Classic’s history.

Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer Bob Costas, broadcasting for NBC, called the Dodgers one of the worst lineups in World Series history. But the Dodgers had the game’s best pitcher. Hershiser, in 1988, became a transcendent figure—the Cy Young Award winner, National League Championship and World Series MVP, and Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year. Hershiser was now one of the most recognizable athletes in the country.

After his Major League career ended in 2000, he parlayed his credibility, face and name recognition, and likeability into a broadcasting career that has now spanned two decades. Hershiser is an Emmy Award-winning and multi-time Southern California Sports Broadcasters Association award-winning broadcaster and baseball analyst.

Hershiser has called games of the dreamers, the Major League hopefuls, and Major Leaguers. Throughout the first decade of this century, he was the color analyst for ABC/ESPN’s coverage of the Little League World Series. From 2007-2013, ABC/ESPN called on Hershiser to be their trusted voice for the NCAA College World Series. From 2010 to 2013, Hershiser broadcasted baseball’s game of the week for ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball. Next, he helped launch a network for the Dodgers with SportsNet LA, where he and play-by-play prodigy Joe Davis have formed one of the sport’s most entertaining and knowledgeable duos.

This champion, during his incredible sports and broadcasting career, has championed numerous causes. For nearly two decades, he has supported cystic fibrosis charities. Hershiser has led his own faith-based nonprofit (The Hershiser Family Foundation), led on pet adoption initiatives, and has often been front-facing for Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation fundraising efforts and active in supporting Dodgers community relations programming. Additionally, he is a published author, having co-authored or authored two books: Out of the Blue and Between the Lines: Nine Things Baseball Taught Me About Life.

For all he has done—including an illustrious broadcasting career to go along with a remarkable playing career—he became the seventh inductee in 2023 into the Legends of Dodger Baseball, one of the organization’s greatest honors. Orel Hershiser has been one of the most beloved and well-rounded stars in the city of stars. He is a star worthy of one other honor—Hollywood immortality.

 

 

16 Jul 2026
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Intocable

Intocable

July 16, 2026

IntocableWHO | HONOREE      Intocable

EMCEE                       Daytime Emmy Award winning journalist Jessica Maldonado

SPEAKERS                Songwriter, producer Edgar Barrera and President of Interscope, Capitol Miami, Nir Seroussi

WHAT                         Dedication of the 2,852nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. PT

WHERE                      7083 Hollywood Boulevard

WATCH LIVE             The event was streamed live exclusively at walkoffame.com

 

Intocable was honored with the 2,852nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, July 16, at 11:30 am PT. The star was dedicated at 7083 Hollywood Boulevard. Intocable received their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Jessica Maldonado were Edgar Barrera and Nir Seroussi.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

 

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“For more than three decades, Intocable has helped shape the sound and global reach of regional Mexican music through their artistry, authenticity, and enduring connection with audiences. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is proud to recognize their extraordinary contributions to the recording industry with this well-deserved honor.” — Ana Martinez, Producer, Hollywood Walk of Fame

“Durante más de tres décadas, Intocable ha contribuido a dar forma al sonido y al alcance global de la música regional mexicana a través de su talento artístico, autenticidad y conexión duradera con el público. El Paseo de la Fama de Hollywood se enorgullece de reconocer sus extraordinarias contribuciones a la industria discográfica con este merecido honor.»

— Ana Martínez, Productora, Paseo de la Fama de Hollywood

 

For more than three decades, Intocable has  revolutionized Latin music, blending Tejano, Norteño, pop, rock, and cumbia into a groundbreaking sound that has inspired generations. With over 55 million albums sold, 50+ chart entries, and multiple GRAMMY®s, Latin GRAMMY®s, Billboard awards, and Lifetime Achievement awards, they are true icons of Mexican-American identity.

Intocable continues to elevate its legacy with its Cultura Tour 2026. This new tour celebrates the band’s impact as pioneers of modern Mexican music, transcending generations, borders, and genres, and becoming a cultural bridge for millions of Latinos around the world. Cultura Tour 2026 is visiting 24 cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, bringing their unmistakable sound to thousands of fans and reaffirming their connection with audiences.

In 2025, they celebrated their legacy with the Antología Tour 2025, selling out venues across Mexico and U.S. cities, including stops in Atlanta, Memphis, San Diego, San Jose, Las Vegas, Houston, and Anaheim. That same year, Ricardo Muñoz — singer and co-founder of Intocable — received the honor of serving as an honorary event official for the 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race. The tour’s success and this distinction further cemented Intocable’s place at the forefront of Latin music, highlighting their lasting impact on both music and culture.

In 2024, Intocable marked its 30-year milestone with the Modus Operandi album, which was nominated for “Best Norteño Album” at the Latin GRAMMY®s. Their 30th Anniversary Tour captivated sold-out audiences featuring classics and new hits such as “Me Gusta Mi Vida,” which became their 21st No. 1 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Airplay chart, which made them the second artist with most No. 1 entries on the chart’s history.

Beyond music, the group received a Proclamation for their enduring contributions to music and cultural impact from the Governor’s Office and the House of Representatives in Texas, and were named “Emissary of the Muses” by the city of San Antonio, a distinguished title previously awarded to musical icons Bon Jovi, Journey, and Placido Domingo, among others. Also, they are dedicated supporters annually of causes like St. Jude and the GRAMMY Museum. Their influence is unmatched.

 

 

Durante más de tres décadas, Intocable ha revolucionado la música latina, fusionando Tejano, Norteño, pop, rock y cumbia en un sonido innovador que ha inspirado a generaciones. Con más de 55 millones de álbumes vendidos, más de 50 éxitos en listas, y múltiples premios GRAMMY®, Latin GRAMMY®, Billboard y reconocimientos por Reconocimientos por su trayectoria, son verdaderos íconos de la identidad mexicoamericana.

Intocable continúa elevando su legado con su Cultura Tour 2026. Esta nueva gira celebra el impacto de la agrupación como pioneros de la música mexicana moderna, trascendiendo generaciones, fronteras y géneros, convirtiéndose en un puente cultural para millones de latinos en todo el mundo. Cultura Tour 2026 está recorriendo 24 ciudades en Estados Unidos, Canadá y México, llevando su inconfundible sonido a miles de fanáticos y reafirmando su conexión con el público.

En 2025, consolidaron su legado con la Gira Antología 2025, con conciertos completamente vendidos en México y Estados Unidos, incluyendo paradas en ciudades como Atlanta, Memphis, San Diego, San José, Las Vegas, Houston y Anaheim. Ese mismo año, Ricardo Muñoz, cantante y cofundador de Intocable, recibió el honor de servir como oficial honorario de la NASCAR Chicago Street Race 2025. El éxito de la gira y este honor demostraron que Intocable sigue a la vanguardia de la música latina, y continúa haciendo contribuciones perdurables a la música y la cultura.

En 2024, Intocable alcanzó su 30º aniversario con el álbum Modus Operandi, nominado a “Mejor Álbum Norteño” en los Latin GRAMMY®. De igual forma, su Gira del 30º Aniversario cautivó a audiencias con funciones agotadas, interpretando clásicos y nuevos éxitos como “Me Gusta Mi Vida”, que se convirtió en su 21.º No. 1 en la lista Regional Mexican Airplay de Billboard, posicionándolos como el segundo artista con más entradas en el primer lugar en la historia de la lista.

Más allá de la música, el grupo ha recibido una Proclamación por sus contribuciones a la música y su impacto cultural por parte de la Oficina del Gobernador y la Cámara de Representantes de Texas, y fue nombrado “Emisario de las Musas” por la ciudad de San Antonio, un título previamente otorgado a íconos musicales como Bon Jovi, Journey y Plácido Domingo, entre otros. Además, la banda apoya anualmente a causas como St. Jude y el Museo GRAMMY. Su influencia es inigualable.