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Hollywood Walk of Fame’s Class of 2027 unveiled featuring Pedro Pascal and history making sister duo
- Actress Ming-Na Wen, celebrated for her roles in Disney's Mulan and The Mandalorian, announced the motion picture and television categories.
- Recording artist Sheila E. introduced the recording category, with Chamber President and CEO Ron Frierson revealing the remaining honourees.
- The Walk of Fame Selection Committee meticulously chose the recipients from hundreds of nominations, with the choices ratified by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on Wednesday.
- Among those recognised in motion pictures are Cheech and Chong, Idris Elba, Sam Elliott, Elle Fanning and Dakota Fanning – who will make history as the first sister duo to receive a double star ceremony – Kate Hudson, Delroy Lindo, Sam Rockwell, and Ted Sarandos.
The Walk of Fame Selection Committee chose the recipients from hundreds of nominations The Walk of Fame Selection Committee chose the recipients from hundreds of nominations A host of acclaimed entertainers, including Pedro Pascal, Lisa Kudrow, Idris Elba, Kate Hudson, and the band Linkin Park, are set to receive stars on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of the prestigious Class of 2027. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce officially unveiled the full list of honourees during a news conference on Thursday at Funko Hollywood. Actress Ming-Na Wen, celebrated for her roles in Disney's Mulan and The Mandalorian, announced the motion picture and television categories.
Recording artist Sheila E. introduced the recording category, with Chamber President and CEO Ron Frierson revealing the remaining honourees. The Walk of Fame Selection Committee meticulously chose the recipients from hundreds of nominations, with the choices ratified by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on Wednesday. Among those recognised in motion pictures are Cheech and Chong, Idris Elba, Sam Elliott, Elle Fanning and Dakota Fanning – who will make history as the first sister duo to receive a double star ceremony – Kate Hudson, Delroy Lindo, Sam Rockwell, and Ted Sarandos.
Television honourees include David Alan Grier, Lisa Kudrow, Bill Lawrence, Pedro Pascal, Adam Scott, Jeff Probst, Keke Palmer, and Raven-Symoné. The recording category will see stars for Karol G, David Guetta, Waylon Jennings (posthumously), the Ramones, Grandmaster Flash, Mark Shaiman, Sia, the Smashing Pumpkins, Linkin Park, and Lil Wayne. Live Theatre/Live Performance honourees are Jo Koy, Nicole Scherzinger, and Roberto Bolle.
Former NFL coach Jimmy Johnson was selected in the Sports Entertainment category, while Charlamagne tha God will receive a star in the Radio category. Peter Roth, Walk of Fame Selection Chairman, stated: "These extraordinary individuals have each made a lasting impact on audiences around the world through their talent, creativity and dedication to their craft."
Source: Independent Culture