A new group of entertainment professionals in the categories of Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Radio, Recording, and Sports Entertainment have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame by the Walk of Fame Selection Panel of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. These honorees were chosen from among hundreds of nominations.
“The Selection Committee, comprised of fellow Walk of Famers, carefully hand-picks a group of honorees each year that represent various genres of the entertainment world,” said Chair and Walk of Famer Ellen K. “The Committee did an amazing job choosing these very talented people. We can’t wait to see each honoree’s reaction as they realize they are becoming a part of Hollywood’s history with the unveiling of their star on the world’s most famous walkway!” Ellen K added.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2024 are:
In the category of MOTION PICTURES: Chadwick Boseman (posthumous), Kevin Feige, Gal Gadot, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Chris Meledandri, Chris Pine, Christina Ricci, and Michelle Yeoh
In the category of TELEVISION: Philly’s own Sheryl Lee Ralph and Kerry Washington, were among those receiving a star.
In the category of RECORDING: Among those are Toni Braxton, Def Leppard Gwen Stefani, and Andre ‘Dr. Dre’ Young
In the category of LIVE THEATRE/LIVE PERFORMANCE: Otis Redding (posthumous)
In the category of Sports Entertainment: Billie Jean King and Carl Weathers (posthumous)
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and its Walk of Fame Selection Panel congratulate all the honorees.
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City Councilwoman Cindy Bass recently posted on Facebook, “I’m so excited to announce that the 6000 block of Norwood Street will soon be renamed after the iconic Frankie Beverly. We love you, Frankie!
Media Veteran and influencer Dyana Williams was a guest on Gary Johnson’s “Calculations Talk Show” to discuss her role in the street renaming for music icon Frankie Beverly. “Cindy Bass introduced the legislation that was passed and was well deserved. Frankie Beverly is an iconic figure and his music was an intricate part of our culture.” She said what’s important is he’s still here with us and can enjoy this acknowledgment. His music has transcended through the years to now–where new generations became familiar with his music when Beyonce did a remake of his hit “Before I Let Go.” His legacy will live on long after he is gone.
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