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 will be streamed live exclusively at                                                                                                                                                                                          www.walkoffame.com

The B-52s will be 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 will receive their star in the category of Recording. Joining emcee Richard Blade will be 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.

THE HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S WALK OF FAME

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a celebration of art, entertainment, and all things Hollywood. Star ceremonies are broadcast worldwide, connecting fans with their favorite artists. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the Walk of Fame on behalf of the City of Los Angeles. Honorees are selected by a committee of their peers. Sponsors fund the star, the ceremony, and the maintenance of the legendary attraction. The Walk of Fame is free to all. To learn more and find your favorite stars, visit www.walkoffame.com.

Hollywood Walk of Fame contact: Ana Martinez, [email protected]

ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (HCC)

Founded in 1921, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the economic vitality, cultural richness, and civic well-being of Hollywood. Representing nearly 700 member organizations that collectively employ more than 148,000 people, the Chamber is Hollywood's largest and most influential business organization. As the leading advocate for Hollywood's business community, the Chamber convenes leaders across industries to champion initiatives that strengthen the local economy, enhance quality of life, and elevate Hollywood's position as the world's premier destination for entertainment, tourism, investment, and innovation. The Chamber is also the proud steward of two of the world's most recognizable cultural landmarks—the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame© and the legendary Hollywood Sign©—preserving and promoting these global symbols on behalf of Hollywood and its residents, businesses, and visitors. Ron Frierson serves as President and Chief Executive Officer, Dan Halden serves as Chief Operating Officer, and Jerry Neuman serves as Chair of the Board for the 2026–2027 term. To learn more or become involved, visit www.hollywoodchamber.net.