Jay-Z. The music industry wouldn't be where it is today without Grammy-winning rapper and music mogul Jay-Z. He's launched a streaming service, he's founded a record label, he's opened popular sports bars all over the country—and yet, if you look for his name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, you won't find it.
Tupac Shakur received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame several days before the hip-hop legend's birthday. The late rapper's sister Sekyiwa “Set” Shakur accepted the star.
After the Queen, Diddy was awarded a star in 2008 while Pharrell and LL Cool J got their moments to shine in 2014 and 2016, respectively. LL was actually ushered in by Queen Latifah and Diddy in a trend that continues to carry on as many rappers who receive stars are presented the honor by those who came before them.
Legendary hip-hop star, actor and poet Tupac Shakur posthumously received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Wednesday, honoring his many contributions to the arts, as well as his activism for racial equality.
On Wednesday, the legendary Laker and Academy Award winner was honored with a permanent display featuring his hand and footprints at the TCL Chinese Theatre on the historic Hollywood Walk of Fame.
On his 62nd birth anniversary, here's a look at some of the lesser-known facts about Jackson. The King of Pop, in all probability, the only music artist who has not one, but two stars on the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is one of the most recognizable tourist attractions in Hollywood, California. The historic landmark has over 2,700 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard, and three blocks of Vine Street in Hollywood, not even one of them belong to a Kardashian.
Attendees included Compton rapper YG, actor and comedian Mike Epps and several of Shakur's collaborators, including his fellow Digital Underground rapper Money-B and producer DJ Quik, who produced songs with the slain emcee and helped popularize West Coast hip-hop.
Minaj is one of the best-selling music artists, with more than 100 million records sold worldwide. Billboard ranked her as the top selling female rapper of the 2010s and one of the greatest rappers of all time.
Q: What is the cost of a Walk of Fame star ceremony? A: There is a $75,000 sponsorship fee upon selection. The fee is used to pay for the creation and installation of the star, as well as maintenance of the Walk of Fame. Price subject to change.
Thirty-three honorees, including Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Jo Stafford, Dean Martin, Dinah Shore, Gale Storm, Danny Kaye, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., and Jack Benny, have stars in three categories.
The star cannot be bought and is an honor achieved through the nomination and selection process. After the selection of a celebrity is announced, they have to agree to being on the Walk of Fame.
Hollywood Walk of Fame Stars have been placed on Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood, California, for the following Disney personalities: Walt Disney (motion pictures and television) – 1960, Mickey Mouse – 1978, Snow White – 1987, Roy O.
Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James made it quite clear this summer that he wished to restore Team USA to its former glory after their recent FIBA World Cup flameout.
Perhaps the most popular celebrity fan for the LA Lakers is three-time Oscar winner Jack Nicholson. The celebrated actor is one of the most loyal fans in the NBA.
With 165 African-American artists permanently recognized for their achievements on the famed Walk, perhaps no other artist symbolizes the struggle for acceptance and recognition like actress Hattie McDaniel. McDaniel was awarded two stars on the Walk when it was originally installed in 1961—for both radio and film.
The criteria for receiving a star consists of the following: professional achievement, longevity in the category of five years or more, contributions to the community and the guarantee that the celebrity will attend the dedication ceremony if selected. Posthumous awards require a two-year waiting period after death.
