Michael B. Jordan and Kevin Boseman attend a ceremony honouring Chadwick Boseman with a posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame star in Los Angeles on November 20, 2025. Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
LOS ANGELES, Nov 20 (Epicstorian News) — Hollywood is set to honour the late actor Chadwick Boseman with a posthumous star on the Walk of Fame. The ceremony will take place on November 20 in Los Angeles.
Golden-Era Recognition for ‘Black Panther’ Icon
Boseman will be awarded the 2,828th star on the Walk of Fame, in the Motion Pictures category. The location will be at 6904 Hollywood Boulevard, in front of the Hollywood Experience store.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce confirmed the event in a public statement. The Chamber’s long-standing Walk of Fame programme administers these star dedications.
Ceremony Details and Key Speakers
The ceremony is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time, organisers said.
Boseman’s widow, Simone Ledward-Boseman, will accept the honour on his behalf.
Ryan Coogler, the director who worked with Boseman on Black Panther, is among the scheduled speakers.
Viola Davis, who co-starred with Boseman in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, will also address those gathered.
Legacy and Impact of Chadwick Boseman
Chadwick Boseman died in 2020 at age 43, after a private battle with colon cancer.
Over his career, he brought to life iconic historical figures such as Jackie Robinson (42), James Brown (Get on Up), and Thurgood Marshall (Marshall).
He became a global cultural phenomenon through his role as King T’Challa (Black Panther) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
His final screen appearance was in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, which earned him a posthumous Academy Award nomination.
A Statement from the Walk of Fame
Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, said in a statement that the Chamber is “deeply honored” to celebrate Boseman’s “extraordinary legacy.”
She added: “His powerful performances and enduring impact both on and off screen continue to inspire generations around the world.”
Global Resonance and Commemoration
The announcement has resonated internationally, symbolising a broader recognition of his influence beyond American cinema. News outlets across the globe have covered the upcoming tribute.
According to TimeOut, the event will be livestreamed for fans and viewers unable to attend in person.
From Screen to Sidewalk
With this star, Boseman will join the ranks of other legendary actors honoured on Hollywood’s iconic pavement. It marks another chapter in the celebration of his artistic and cultural contribution.
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His Walk of Fame star is seen by many as a lasting physical tribute to a career that still resonates deeply with fans and future generations.
