WHO | HONOREE     Chadwick Boseman

EMCEE                      Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Steve Nissen

GUEST SPEAKERS   Director Ryan Coogler, Viola Davis and Chadwick’s wife Simone Ledward-Boseman who accepted the award

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,828th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, November 20th, 2025, at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6904 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the Hollywood Experience

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

Actor Chadwick Boseman was honored posthumously with the 2,828th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, November 20th, at 11:30 am PT at 6904 Hollywood Boulevard. Boseman received his posthumous star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Steve Nissen, were speakers Ryan Coogler, Viola Davis, and accepting on behalf of Chadwick, his wife Simone Ledward-Boseman.

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 deeply honored to celebrate Chadwick Boseman’s extraordinary legacy with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His powerful performances and enduring impact both on and off screen continue to inspire generations around the world.” – Ana Martinez, Hollywood Walk of Fame Producer.

A native of South Carolina, Chadwick Boseman was fueled by purpose and the power of God. It was at Howard University, The Mecca, that Boseman began to define that purpose through writing, directing, acting, and activism.

His breakout performance came in 2013 when he slid into the weighty shoes of Jackie Robinson in 42. His portrayal garnered rave reviews and would be the first in a long list of American heroes he would go on to personify. Boseman received numerous accolades for his masterful portrayal of James Brown in Get On Up, a role that would set him apart and establish him as a leading man in the industry. He next starred in the title role of Marshall, which follows a young Thurgood Marshall as he battles through a career-defining court case.

Boseman then joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the African superhero “Black Panther” in Captain America: Civil War. This marked the film debut for the character “T’Challa.” Boseman brought the character to the forefront starring in his own solo film, Black Panther, which received critical acclaim, broke global box office records, and had social and cultural impact around the world. The film received seven Academy Award nominations, including Marvel’s first-ever Best Picture Nomination. Boseman won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture, as well as the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture alongside the film’s ensemble.

Boseman starred in 21 Bridges, which he produced with his partner Logan Coles through their shingle, X●ception Content. In 2020, he appeared in Da 5 Bloods, directed by Academy Award winner Spike Lee, as fallen soldier “Stormin’ Norman”. Boseman’s character guides his fellow vets through their inner battles with acceptance and mental health. In Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, a screen adaptation of the famed August Wilson play, Boseman starred as Levee, opposite Viola Davis. The film featured an award-winning team behind the camera in producer, director, and writer with Denzel Washington, George C. Wolfe, and Ruben Santiago-Hudson. His captivating performance garnered an Academy Award nomination and won him the NAACP Image Award, Critics’ Choice, and Screen Actors Guild Awards, as well as numerous other honors.

Established in 2022, The Chadwick Boseman Foundation for the Arts is a nonprofit organization with a focus on empowering Black storytellers within the African Diaspora. Its mission is to promote growth and development in various artistic fields, including acting, music, dance, film, and more. By fostering and endorsing talent, this foundation aims to serve as a catalyst for global change. That same year, Netflix and Howard University partnered to establish the $5.4 million endowed scholarship to honor alumnus Chadwick Boseman. The Chadwick A. Boseman Memorial Scholarship provides incoming students in the College of Fine Arts with a four-year scholarship to cover the full cost of university tuition.

Chadwick Boseman transitioned on August 28, 2020.

WHO | HONOREE     Robert Englund

EMCEE                      Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Steve Nissen

GUEST SPEAKERS   Director/screenwriter/producer/actor Eli Roth and actress Heather Langenkamp

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,826th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Friday, October 31st, 2025 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6644 in front of Larry Edmunds Book Store

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

Robert Englund was honored with the 2,826th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Halloween, October 31st at 11:30 am PT.  The star was unveiled at 6644 Hollywood Boulevard. Englund received his star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Steve Nissen were Eli Roth and Heather Langenkamp.

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 Robert Englund to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “I think the timing of having Robert’s star on Halloween is most fitting as Robert’s legacy is deeply entwined with the very spirit of Halloween. Fans and industry peers alike will gather to celebrate a performer whose iconic work continues to haunt and inspire audiences around the globe,” added Martinez.

Robert Englund is best known for his iconic portrayal of Freddy Krueger in New Line Cinema’s A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise. He is a versatile actor who has appeared in over eighty films, multiple TV series, and countless guest star roles.

Born in Glendale, California, he is the son of an aeronautics engineer who helped develop the Lockheed U-2 airplane. At 12 years old he was a happy-go-lucky surfer dude, who stumbled into his first acting class through a friend but fell in love with the craft and ended up finishing his education at the U.S. branch of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art at Oakland University in Detroit. After five years performing in classic plays on the East Coast, he returned to California and landed the first role he auditioned for in Buster and Billie. Soon after, he was cast as Willie in the hit show V. To avoid being typecast as a Southern sidekick or friendly alien, he auditioned for a little horror movie directed by Wes Craven. Wes intended to cast a hulking stuntman, but took a chance on Robert, who brought his classical theatrical training to the role and gave the physical presence of Freddy a gravitas and menace. The movie was a hit, spawned seven sequels, and became an international phenomenon that allowed New Line Cinema, “The House That Freddy Built,” to become a major player in the film world.

Robert Englund has worked alongside Henry Fonda, Jeff Bridges, Sally Field, Barbara Streisand, James Earl Jones, Sissy Spacek, Richard Gere, and countless others over his lasting career, and continues to be in demand as an actor and voice-over artist. His latest role is in season 4 of Stranger Things. His upcoming film is the animated “Pinocchio: Unstrung” where he portrays Jiminy Crickett and will be released on October 26 by ITN as an independent film.  A Nightmare on Elm Street 7-Film 4K UHD collection is also now available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.

Englund supports ScaresThatCare.org and the Laguna Beach High School Scholarship.

WHO | HONOREE     Naomi Watts

EMCEE                      Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President, Steve Nissen

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,825th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        October 13th, 2025 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6201 Hollywood Boulevard

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

Actress Naomi Watts was honored with the 2,825th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 13th at 11:30 am PT at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard. Watts received her star in the category of Motion Pictures.

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 actress Naomi Watts to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Naomi has brought unforgettable depth and grace to the screen, and we honor her remarkable career and her contributions to film which have left a lasting impact, inspiring audiences and artists around the world,” added Martinez.

Naomi Watts is an award-winning actor, producer, activist, and Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Stripes Beauty. She has Academy Award nominations for her performances in 21 Grams and The Impossible and starred in Birdman, which won the Oscar for Best Picture. Watts also earned multiple awards and critical acclaim for her roles in films including Mulholland Drive, St. Vincent and Mother and Child, and is well known for King Kong, The Ring, and its sequel, among many other films. Watts next stars in The Housewife, and recently executive produced and starred with Bill Murray in The Friend. She also produced and starred in The Painted Veil, Funny Games, Adore and 3 Generations.

On television, she earned her first Emmy nomination for her impeccable performance in Ryan Murphy’s Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans (FX), which she also executive produced. She executive produces and stars in Murphy’s upcoming Hulu drama All’s Fair, and will star in Murphy’s FX anthology series Love Story, portraying Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. She has also starred in The Watcher, The Loudest Voice, Twin Peaks: The Return, and Gypsy, which she also produced, and appeared in Too Much.

Watts is a successful businesswoman and uses her platform to raise awareness about important social issues. She adds author to her list of accomplishments with her New York Times’ bestselling book, Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I’d Known About Menopause (Crown).

WHO | HONOREE       Fran Drescher

EMCEE                        Peter Marc Jacobson, co-creator & executive Producer of The Nanny

GUEST SPEAKERS     Natasha Lyonne, Renee Taylor and Lisa Ann Walters

WHAT                         Dedication of the 2,822nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                         September 30th, 2025 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                       6623 Hollywood Boulevard

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

Actress Fran Drescher was honored with the 2,822nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 at 11:30 am PT at 6623 Hollywood Boulevard. Drescher received her star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Peter Marc Jacobson were Natasha Lyonne, Renee Taylor and Lisa Ann Walters.

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 Fran Drescher to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Fran has not only brought laughter and joy to millions through her unforgettable work on screen, but she has also shown tremendous strength and dedication as a leader for her fellow performers. We are thrilled to honor her with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for both her artistic achievements and her tireless advocacy as SAG-AFTRA President.” – Ana Martinez, Producer, Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Fran Drescher is often described as a Russell because she has the curves of Jane Russell, the comic timing of Roz Russell, and the tenacity of a Jack Russell.

Drescher is best known for her portrayal of the beloved Fran Fine in the hit television series The Nanny, which she co-created and executive produced. She was nominated for two Golden Globes and two Emmy awards.

Fran has also appeared in the cult classic This Is Spinal Tap, for which she won Esquire Magazine’s five-minute Oscar. She has worked with great directors like Milos Foreman in Ragtime, Francis Ford Coppola in Jack, and Rob Reiner. She starred in Doctor Detroit with Dan Aykroyd, Cadillac Man with Robin Williams, and The Beautician and the Beast with Timothy Dalton.

She is also a two-time NY Times best-selling author with Enter Whining and Cancer Schmancer.

Fran is the founder and visionary of the nonprofit Cancer Schmancer which focuses on causation of disease and instituting radical lifestyle change to prevent or reverse illness.

Annually, she curates the Fran Drescher Master Class Health Summit in support of Cancer Schmancer. This life-changing educational experience streams live all over the world and remains available as a free Edu-Series.

She is no stranger to D.C. and was written up in the Washingtonian as one of the top five celebrity lobbyists. Fran successfully got the gynecologic cancer education and awareness act passed by unanimous consent, a feat that earned her two mentions in the congressional record and the appointment of Public Diplomacy Envoy for Health with the US State Department.

In September 2021, Fran was elected national president of SAG-AFTRA, the largest entertainment labor union in the world and a proud member of the AFL-CIO. Currently she is lighting a fire with her usual flair for AMFA, the American Music Fairness Act, and PATPA, the Performing Arts Tax Parity Act, as well as the CROWN Act and Violence Against Women Act.

WHO | HONOREE   Jessica Chastain

EMCEE                      Entertainment journalist Kit Hoover, co-host of Access Hollywood and Access Daily with Mario & Kit

GUEST SPEAKERS  Actors Viola Davis and Al Pacino

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,819th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                       Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                     6258 Hollywood Boulevard in front of the W Hollywood Hotel

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

Actress Jessica Chastain was honored with the 2,819th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, September 4, at 11:30 am PT at 6258 Hollywood Boulevard. Chastain received her star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Kit Hoover were Viola Davis and Al Pacino.

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 actress Jessica Chastain to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Jessica Chastain’s talent and dedication have shone brightly on screens around the world, and now her star will shine even brighter on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame,” added Martinez.

Academy Award winning actor and producer Jessica Chastain is known for her transformative performances and bold, narrative-driven storytelling through her production company, Freckle Films. One of the most acclaimed actors of her generation, Chastain has won the Academy Award, SAG Award, and Critics Choice Award for The Eyes of Tammy Faye; earned Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG nominations for Showtime’s George & Tammy; received a Tony nomination and Drama Desk Award for A Doll’s House on Broadway; and garnered Oscar nominations for The Help and Zero Dark Thirty.

Chastain will next lead and produce the Apple TV+ limited series The Savant, inspired by the true story of a woman who infiltrates online hate groups to prevent mass violence. In December 2024, she was honored with the prestigious American Cinematheque Award, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the art of film. Beyond her screen work, Chastain is a passionate advocate for gender equality and humanitarian causes. She is a supporter of Women for Women International, helping to raise awareness and resources for women survivors of war, and actively champions initiatives that promote education, human rights and opportunities for marginalized communities worldwide.