Angelique Kidjo becomes first African to receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Grammy-winning Beninese singer Angelique Kidjo is poised to make history history as the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The legendary singer was among the 2026 Hollywood Walk of Fame honorees recently announced by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.

Other recipients include American pop star Miley Cyrus, French actor Timothée Chalamet, and American ex-basketball player and sports analyst Shaquille O’Neal.

Also honoured are Filipino singer Lea Salonga, French actress Marion Cotillard, Indian actress Deepika Padukone, British actress Emily Blunt, and Canadian actress Rachel McAdams, among others.

Official dates for the star ceremonies are yet to be announced, but honorees have two years to schedule their inductions.

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