Sarah Michelle Gellar, Keith David, Gabriel Iglesias, and more will receive a star on the Walk of Fame in 2026.
Another wave of stars is ready to shine bright on Hollywood Boulevard! The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has revealed the 35 names set to join the legendary Walk of Fame for the Class of 2026. It is truly a stacked lineup that spans film, television, music, sports entertainment, and live performance.
So, who made the cut this time? Let’s break down the new inductees who’ll soon see their names immortalized in those famous terrazzo and brass stars.
Motion Picture: Big-Screen Icons and Global Trailblazers
Leading the pack is Timothée Chalamet, whose meteoric rise includes starring in Dune, Little Women, and most recently, playing Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown — earning him another Oscar nomination. Stanley Tucci, beloved for The Devil Wears Prada and The Hunger Games, will join him on the Boulevard, alongside his sister-in-law Emily Blunt, who’s back for the Devil Wears Prada sequel and known for hits like A Quiet Place and Oppenheimer.
Molly Ringwald, an icon of ’80s teen movies like The Breakfast Club and Sixteen Candles, is finally getting her star. So is Rachel McAdams, who gave us classics like Mean Girls and The Notebook — plus countless other roles from Wedding Crashers to Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.
Rami Malek, best known for winning an Oscar for Bohemian Rhapsody, makes the list, too. Joing Malek is the versatile talent Keith David, whose reaction video to the news had fans tearing up. Demi Moore, who recently grabbed headlines for her first Golden Globe win in The Substance, will also be recognized for a career that includes Ghost, G.I. Jane, and so many more.
Beloved filmmaker Chris Columbus, who directed Home Alone, Harry Potter, Mrs. Doubtfire, and The Goonies, will get his due, as will French star Marion Cotillard and Italian screen legend Franco Nero — both of whom have built incredible global careers.
Deepika Padukone makes history as the first Bollywood actress ever to get a star on the Walk of Fame. That is thanks to her massive success in films like Pathaan and Om Shanti Om. Special effects master Carlo Rambaldi, behind the magic of E.T. and Alien, will be honored posthumously. And late British director Tony Scott, who gave us Top Gun and True Romance, rounds out this blockbuster list.
Television: Fan Favorites and TV Pioneers
On the TV side, Sarah Michelle Gellar will soon stand beside Buffy herself when she gets her star. Noah Wyle — still beloved for ER and now The Pitt — shared an emotional reaction about growing up walking past the Walk of Fame stars. Comedy mastermind Greg Daniels, the genius behind The Office, Parks and Rec, and King of the Hill, will finally be honored, too.
Fiery chef Gordon Ramsay, soap legend Melody Thomas Scott (The Young and the Restless), and longtime broadcaster Robin Roberts (Good Morning America) are all set to join, along with political reporter and host George Stephanopoulos.
The West Wing’s Bradley Whitford adds his name after decades of acclaimed roles in TV and film. Mexican superstar Lucero, the “Novia de América,” will be celebrated for her massive impact on Spanish-language TV and music.
Recording: Musical Legends, Genre Trailblazers and Pop Icons
Music’s biggest names are on the list, too. Soft-rock duo Air Supply and rap legends Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will get their place in Walk of Fame history. Legendary Brazilian percussionist Paulinho Da Costa — known for Thriller and countless hits — is also included.
Gospel trailblazers The Clark Sisters will be honored. So will global icon Angélique Kidjo, the first African artist to get a star. Miley Cyrus, who rose from Hannah Montana to pop-rock stardom, put it best: “This moment will live forever.”
Also included are powerhouse vocalist Josh Groban, Norteño-Tejano giants Grupo Intocable, and multi-genre singer Lyle Lovett, who’s kept his sound fresh for decades.
Sports, Entertainment, and Live Performance: Big Personalities Take Center Stage
NBA legend and larger-than-life personality Shaquille O’Neal will get his star, celebrating a career that spans basketball, music, acting, and now TV.
In the Live Performance category, stand-up comedy star Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias will be recognized for his specials and voice work in animated films. Broadway and Disney voice icon Lea Salonga — who gave us singing voices for Aladdin and Mulan — closes out the Class of 2026 with her well-deserved nod.
A New Galaxy on Hollywood Boulevard
From actors and filmmakers who changed cinema to artists who inspired generations through music, comedy, and TV, this class represents the best of the best. The Hollywood Walk of Fame’s 2026 class is a reminder that these names have earned their place among the legends.
Fans can look forward to the star ceremonies, where tears, laughs, and standing ovations are sure to happen as these stars get cemented in the sidewalk forever, right alongside the icons who came before them.
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