WHO | HONOREE:     Busta Rhymes

EMCEE:                      Radio personality and Walk of Famer Big Boy

GUEST SPEAKERS:   Chris Rock, LL Cool J and Chuck D

WHAT:                        Dedication of the 2,818th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN:                        Friday, August 1, 2025, at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE:                      6201 Hollywood Boulevard

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

Busta Rhymes was honored with the 2,818^th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, August 1, at 11:30 am PT at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in front of East Town. Rhymes received his star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Big Boy as speakers were Chris Rock, LL Cool J and Chuck D.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Hollywood 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 worldwide have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

ABOUT OUR HONOREE

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will be adding Busta Rhymes, one of Hip-Hop’s most enduring and electrifying voices, as a new member of Hollywood’s iconic sidewalk“ stated Ana Martinez, Producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. ”His talent and influence are undeniable. His star on the Walk of Fame will stand as a testament to his lasting impact on hip-hop music and how important it is to the American culture,” added Martinez.

Trailblazer Busta Rhymes has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide, earned 12 GRAMMY® nominations, and landed seven Top 10 debuts on the Billboard 200. His catalog boasts over 60 million records certified gold and platinum, a testament to his lasting global impact. Time and again, he’s proven that he’s not just an artist – he’s a force of nature.

From humble beginnings in Brooklyn and Long Island, Busta launched his career as a founding member of the influential culture-shifting collective Leaders of the New School. He burst onto the national scene with a distinctive vocal style, kinetic stage presence, and visually groundbreaking music videos that helped redefine the genre.

Busta’s solo rise began with his game-changing 1996 debut, The Coming, but it was his sophomore album, When Disaster Strikes…, that Pitchfork famously called “the turning point” of his career. From there, he delivered hit after hit – classics like “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See,” “Break Ya Neck,” and “Touch It” – cementing his status as one of hip-hop’s most versatile MCs and electrifying performers. BET Jams even crowned “Put Your Hands…” the Greatest Hip-Hop Video of All Time, while MTV hailed him as “one of hip-hop’s greatest visual artists.”

Revered by peers across generations, Jay-Z and KRS-One have both called him “the greatest performer of all time,” while Phife Dawg dubbed him “the James Brown of hip-hop.” Busta has collaborated with a staggering list of legends and icons, including Dr. Dre, Janet Jackson, Eminem, Missy Elliott, Snoop Dogg, Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, and even Ozzy Osbourne and Dave Chappelle.

In 2022, Busta was honored with the prestigious BMI Icon Award, celebrating his unparalleled influence as a songwriter, artist, and cultural innovator. And he made history in the early 2000s with a Guinness World Record for the most words in a hit single -“Break Ya Neck” – a testament to his lightning-fast lyrical delivery and technical mastery.

Beyond music, Busta has made memorable appearances in film and television, with standout roles in Higher Learning, Finding Forrester, Narc, and Shaft, as well as voice work in animated favorites like The Rugrats Movie. His music continues to impact the big screen: he’s featured on “Taking Everything,” the explosive opening track for the film Bad Guys 2, further cementing his place as a cross-platform cultural force. On August 1, he returns to theaters in Paramount’s highly anticipated reboot of The Naked Gun, starring alongside Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, and Cody Rhodes—coinciding with his Hollywood Walk of Fame Star ceremony.

Never one to slow down, Busta continues to innovate. His 2023 full-length album Blockbusta, executive produced by Pharrell Williams, Timbaland, Swizz Beatz, and Busta himself was both a critical and commercial success.

In 2024, he launched the Dragon Season EP series with The Awakening and Equinox, both receiving acclaim from fans and tastemakers alike. Now, as he prepares for the release of his next full-length album – Vengeance – executive produced by Busta under The Conglomerate Entertainment. The much-anticipated music project promises to continue his legacy of sonic evolution and lyrical domination.

In recent years, accolades have continued to pour in: Busta received the BET Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023 and the Global Icon Award at the 2024 MTV EMAs. He hit the road in 2022 as a special guest on the N.Y. State of Mind Tour, a co-headlining run featuring Wu‑Tang Clan and Nas. In 2023, he joined 50 Cent on the massively successful Final Lap world tour, performing for sold-out crowds around the globe. In 2024, he reunited with longtime collaborators Missy Elliott, Ciara, and Timbaland as a special guest on the groundbreaking Out of This World arena tour.

In 2025, he kept the momentum alive with show-stopping performances at The Glastonbury and Rock The Bells Festivals.

Outside of entertainment, Busta’s passion for giving back is just as impactful. He serves as a Global Citizens Ambassador, St. Jude Children’s Hospital Ambassador, and the first-ever MusiCares Hip-Hop Ambassador for their Humans of Hip Hop initiative.

As Busta Rhymes receives his Hollywood Walk of Fame star, he gears up for the release of Vengeance, and hits the big screen once again, one thing remains certain:

The blessings don’t stop—so he won’t stop.

WHO | HONOREE     Los Bukis

EMCEE                     Comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias

SPEAKERS                Actor Demian Bichir

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,817th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        July 23, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. PT

WHERE                      7060 Hollywood Boulevard

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

Los Bukis was honored on Wednesday, July 23, at 11:30 am PT with the 2,817th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star was dedicated at 7060 Hollywood Boulevard. Los Bukis received their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias was actor Demian Bichir.

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 honored to welcome the legendary group Los Bukis with this well-deserved star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer. “Their iconic discography has been part of the soundtrack of the Mexican experience for over 20 years and we’re happy to give them the flowers they deserve,” added Martinez.

Los Bukis was formed by cousins Marco Antonio and Joel Solís as children, initially struggling for two years before being signed by Discos Melody in 1973. The name “Los Bukis” means “children” in the Yaqui language.

Starting as a duo, they evolved into a full band with the addition of Marco Ibarra on drums, Arturo Martínez on bass, and Alfonso Bugarini on keyboards. The lineup continued to grow with Eusebio “Chivo” Cortés on bass (1978), Roberto Guadarrama on keyboards (1979), Javier Solís on percussion (1980), Pedro Sánchez on drums (1981), and José Guadarrama on second keyboards (1987). Led by Marco Antonio Solís’s songwriting and distinctive voice, Los Bukis became pioneers of the romantic ballad in Spanish-language music.

Their breakthrough came in 1976 with the success of “Falso Amor,” marking the beginning of their professional career. The 1980s saw Los Bukis transform from an opening act to a major phenomenon, headlining massive concerts and dominating radio. Their 1986 hit “Tu Cárcel” reached unprecedented heights, earning them Mexico’s first Diamond Record and three Grammy nominations.

Los Bukis became beloved for hits including “Quiéreme,” “Yo Te Necesito,” “Presiento Que Voy a Llorar,” “A Donde Vayas,” “Ya Ahora Te Vas,” “Tus Mentiras,” “Morenita,” and “Necesito Una Compañera.” They performed at legendary venues including Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Mexico’s Auditorio Nacional.

At the 1989 Premio Lo Nuestro awards, Los Bukis swept multiple categories including Group of the Year and Album of the Year. Their popularity led to stadium-sized venues, including a custom-built “Salón Río Nilo” for over 100,000 fans.

After a 25-year hiatus, Los Bukis reunited in 2021 during the pandemic with Marco Antonio, Joel, Roberto, Eusebio, Javier, Pedro, and Pepe. Their comeback included making history as the first Latin artists to headline a stadium tour, “Una Historia Cantada,” beginning with sold-out shows at SoFi Stadium and culminating at Mexico’s iconic Estadio Azteca. They also completed the first all-Spanish residency in Las Vegas with 14 successful dates.

One of the band’s missions is to donate to charitable organizations local to their native city in Michoacan, Mexico, with the purpose of supporting vulnerable communities.

WHO | HONOREE   WAR- Original members Lonnie Jordan, Harold Brown, Howard Scott, Lee Oskar, Jerry Goldstein and late members Charles Miller, Morris Dickerson, Thomas Sylvester Allen as well as current members Salvador Rodriguez, Marcos Reyes. Rene Camacho, Scott Martin, Mitchell Kashmar, and James Zota Baker

EMCEE                       Music Producer and Walk of Famer Jimmy Jam

GUEST SPEAKERS   George Lopez and more TBA

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,814th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        Thursday, June 5, at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6212 Hollywood Boulevard

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

Iconic band WAR was honored with the 2,814th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, June 5, at 11:30 am PT at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard. WAR received their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Jimmy Jam was actor and Walk of Famer George Lopez.

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 HONOREES

“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is honored to welcome the iconic band WAR to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame producer.

The group is being honored for their significant contributions to the music industry and their enduring Impact on fans around the world. We are also excited to add an exciting touch to the ceremony. The group will arrive in low riders provided by car clubs, Imperial Car Club, Groupe ELA, Spirit Car Club, and Southern Life Car Club,” added Martinez.

WAR’s signature fusion of funk, soul, jazz, Latin, rock and street music is what first propelled them to prominence 55 years ago, but it was their ability to craft songs of social consciousness that further cemented their place in the modern American songbook. The immediate global impact of Why Can’t We Be Friends? was so profound that NASA transmitted the title track into space during the historic Apollo-Soyuz mission in 1975. Since then, WAR have continued to sing out against racism, hunger, crime and conflict, while their music has been sampled by Janet Jackson, Tupac, the Beastie Boys, Method Man, Sublime, Redman, Cypress Hill, Shaggy, A$AP Mob, Scarface, the Geto Boys, De La Soul, Flo Rida, Liam Payne, Thomas Rhett, and more, and covered by everyone from Willie Nelson to The Muppets, George Clinton, Phish, ZZ Top and The Isley Brothers.

With more than 50 million albums sold, 20 gold, platinum and multi-platinum records, three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominations, a GRAMMY Hall of Fame entry, four #1 LPs, nine Top 10s, and twenty Top 40 songs, WAR didn’t just define the sound of the 1970s, they became a lasting voice for creative collaboration and social change, with a mission of love and harmony that resonates now more than ever. From the prophetic message of “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” to the timeless groove of “Low Rider,” the Why Can’t We Be Friends? (50th Anniversary Collector’s Edition) captures WAR at their most innovative and socially impactful. More than just a musical milestone, this collection reaffirms the album’s relevance—both as a reflection of the polarizing era that inspired it, and as a beacon of hope for our present and future. WAR’S other hits include:  Spill the Wine, The World Is a Ghetto, The Cisco Kid   Low Rider and Summer.

As WAR enters its sixth decade, their influence remains undeniable. Recent honors, including their debut in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, further cement WAR’s status as musical and cultural giants. Meanwhile, WAR will hit the road for dozens of tour dates across the US and abroad, including a hometown headline performance at the LA County Fair and many more you can find at https://war.com/tour.

WAR has worked with PETA, Venice Family Clinic, Toys for Tots, and St. Jude.

WHO | HONOREE   Green Day~Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool

EMCEE                       Matt Pinfield, Award-Winning Radio and Television Personality  

GUEST SPEAKERS   Serena Williams and Ryan Reynolds

WHAT                        Dedication of the 2,810th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

WHEN                        May 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM PT

WHERE                      6212 Hollywood Boulevard adjacent to Amoeba Music

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

Green Day was honored with the 2,810th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 11:30 am PT at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard. Green Day received their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Matt Pinfield was tennis great Serena Williams and actor/producer Ryan Reynolds.

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 honored to welcome Green Day’s Billlie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool to the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” stated Ana Martinez, Walk of Fame Producer. “Green Day’s music has not only inspired generations but also served as the soundtrack to our lives. Honoring them with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is a token of our appreciation for their incredible contributions to the world of music,” Added Martinez

Formed in 1986 in Berkeley, California, Green Day is one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time with more than 75 million records sold worldwide and 10 billion cumulative audio/visual streams. The five-time Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees released their breakout album Dookie in 1994 which sold over 10 million copies and achieved 10x Platinum Diamond status. Dookie is widely credited with popularizing and reviving mainstream interest in punk rock, thus catapulting a career-long run of #1 hit singles. Entertainment Weekly calls Green Day “The most influential band of their generation,” while Rolling Stone attests, “Green Day have inspired more young bands to start than any act this side of Kiss, and that doesn’t seem to be changing.”

In 2004, Green Day released the rock opera American Idiot which captured the nation’s attention, selling more than 8 million copies in the U.S. alone and taking home the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album. In 2010, a stage adaptation of American Idiot debuted on Broadway to critical and commercial acclaim.

Released in 2020, Green Day’s thirteenth studio album Father of All… debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Album Sales Chart and #1 in both the U.K. and Australia. In July 2021, Green Day embarked on the Hella Mega Tour (w/ Fall Out Boy & Weezer). The global tour included 29 sold-out stadium gigs – including renowned venues like London Stadium and Los Angeles’ Dodger Stadium.

On January 19, 2024, the band released their highly anticipated 14th studio album, Saviors, which includes hit singles “The American Dream Is Killing Me,” which reached #1 on Billboard Rock & Alternative Airplay, and “Dilemma.” The album debuted at #1 on seven different Billboard charts and marked their fifth #1 in the U.K. Saviors received widespread critical praise. The New Yorker summed it up best with “It’s Green Day’s world now.” In 2024, Green Day embarked on a sold-out global stadium tour – The Saviors Tour – where they played Dookie and American Idiot in their entirety, along with other Saviors cuts and fan favorites. The Saviors Tour came to a triumphant close as Green Day’s biggest tour of their illustrious 30+ year career.

Last but not least, the band just performed for over 200,000 people at this year’s Coachella, headlining both Saturday nights.

Green Day supports several charities, including Project Chimps and Altadena Girls Fire Recovery. The band performed at the January 30th FireAid benefit concert and participated in fundraising efforts. They are also the owners of Punk Bunny Coffee, whose proceeds benefit various non-profit organizations.