Keith David, Bone Thugs, Miley Cyrus lead 2026 Walk of Fame Class
An assortment of 35 talents have been drafted to the class of 2026.
Among these 35 is veteran actor Keith David, who is a well-known face on screen. Perhaps his supporting roles are his most defining, but his efforts in productions like The Thing and Gargoyles are his most noteworthy. The Emmy Award-winning actor will be joined by another iconic act in the form of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, who captivated the world with their melodic rap flows and gritty lyricism.
In the recording category, pop sensation and child star Miley Cyrus will receive her honours alongside crooner Josh Groban, Angélique Kidjo, and The Clark Sisters.
A few newer Hollywood talents have also made the grade. Timothée Chalamet made the grade under the motion picture category. Demi Moore, Rami Malek, Rachel McAdams, and Emily Blunt have also been included, while Deepika Padukone will make history as the first Indian actress to receive a star on the Walk of Fame.
The Television category features Chef Gordon Ramsay, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Robin Roberts, and George Stephanopoulos, who will share a double ceremony. Comedy and live performance are also represented, with Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias and Lea Salonga receiving stars in the live theatre/performance category.
Arguably the most dominant centre in the history of the National Basketball Association, Big Diesel, better known as Shaquille O'Neal, is to be the only honouree in the sports entertainment category.
The list boasts an array of talents that are more than deserving. Keith David for instance was visibly moved when he received the news on his 70th birthday. That's quite a while to wait for a star. On the other end of the spectrum, a relatively new talent to Hollywood, the 29-year-old Timothée Chalamet will also be getting his flowers. Some might view that as puzzling. Timothée Chalamet
Emily Blunt
Chris Columbus
Marion Cotillard
Keith David
Rami Malek
Rachel McAdams
Demi Moore
Franco Nero
Deepika Padukone
Molly Ringwald
Stanley Tucci
Carlo Ramboldi (posthumous)
Tony Scott (posthumous) Greg Daniels
Sarah Michelle Gellar
Lucero
Chef Gordon Ramsay
Melody Thomas Scott
Robin Roberts & George Stephanopoulos (shared star)
Bradley Whitford
Noah Wyle Air Supply
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
Paulinho da Costa
The Clark Sisters
Miley Cyrus
Josh Groban
Grupo Intocable
Angélique Kidjo
Lyle Lovett Lea Salonga
Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias
This year had a spread of seminal talents like Jessica Chastain, Jane Fonda, Green Day, and a posthumous star for the legendary musician, Prince.
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