A monumental moment for African music and culture: Angélique Kidjo is slated to receive a star on the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame, making her the very first African artist in history to be bestowed with this prestigious honor. The five-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer, frequently hailed as "Africa's premiere diva" by TIME Magazine, is set to carve her name into Hollywood history.
Renowned globally for her commanding vocals, innovative genre-blending compositions, and electrifying stage presence, Kidjo will be celebrated in the Recordings category. She joins an illustrious cohort of global luminaries including Miley Cyrus, The Clark Sisters, and other distinguished artists. This esteemed recognition acknowledges her decades of pioneering contributions to music and her pivotal role in bringing African sounds and rich cultural heritage to an international audience.
The exciting announcement was made during a live press conference held at Ovation Hollywood. There, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce unveiled the highly anticipated Walk of Fame Class of 2026, a comprehensive list comprising 35 artists spanning the realms of music, film, television, live theatre, and sports entertainment.
"We are excited to announce the newest selections of 35 esteemed individuals who will be enshrined onto the Walk of Fame," stated Peter Roth, former CEO of Warner Bros. Television and chair of the selection committee. "These talented individuals have made significant contributions to the world of entertainment, and we are thrilled to honor them with this well-deserved recognition."
Other prominent figures who will be honored alongside Kidjo in the upcoming class include Timothée Chalamet and Demi Moore (Film category), celebrated Chef Gordon Ramsay (Television), and basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal (Sports Entertainment).
While the exact date for the unveiling ceremony is yet to be revealed, the global celebration of Angélique Kidjo's groundbreaking achievement has already begun.
⭐️Angelique Kidjo is the first African artist in history to be receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame!https://t.co/2ByFcbWiiA pic.twitter.com/iFkWtnBv03
— Angelique Kidjo (@angeliquekidjo) July 3, 2025
