The Hollywood Walk of Fame Selection Committee has unveiled its newest group of honorees, and the lineup spans decades of film, television, music and more.
The announcement came during a press conference on at Funko Hollywood, where Ming-Na Wen, Sheila E. and Hollywood Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Ron Frierson helped introduce the 32 entertainers who make up the Class of 2027.
The honorees represent six categories: motion pictures, television, recording, live theatre and live performance, sports entertainment, and radio. Committee chairman Peter Roth said the group reflects individuals whose talent and dedication have left a lasting mark on audiences worldwide.
1. Motion pictures
Nine names will be honored in the film category. Idris Elba, Kate Hudson, Sam Rockwell, Sam Elliott and Delroy Lindo join the comedy duo Cheech and Chong, along with Netflix co CEO Ted Sarandos. Sisters Elle Fanning and Dakota Fanning will share a rare double ceremony, marking a sibling milestone on the boulevard.
2. Television
Eight television honorees round out the small-screen category. The Last of Us star Pedro Pascal and Parks and Recreation alum Adam Scott are joined by comedy veterans Lisa Kudrow and David Alan Grier. Also honored are producer Bill Lawrence, longtime Survivor host Jeff Probst, and actresses Keke Palmer and Raven-Symoné.
3. Recording
The music category is the largest group this year, with 10 honorees. Chart toppers Karol G, Sia and David Guetta will be recognized alongside rock acts Linkin Park and Smashing Pumpkins. Rapper Lil Wayne and hip-hop pioneer Joseph Saddler, known as Grandmaster Flash, will also receive stars, as will composer Marc Shaiman and punk pioneers the Ramones. Country icon Waylon Jennings will be honored posthumously.
4. Live theatre and live performance
Three performers were selected in this category. Comedian Jo Koy, Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger and Italian ballet dancer Roberto Bolle will each receive stars celebrating their work on stage.
5. Sports entertainment and radio
NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson was named the sole honoree in sports entertainment. In radio, Lenard McKelvey, widely known as Charlamagne tha God, will be recognized for his influence on the airwaves.
When will the ceremonies take place
Specific dates for individual star dedications have not yet been announced. Under Walk of Fame protocol, each honoree has a two-year window from the date of selection to schedule a ceremony. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce typically posts ceremony dates on its website about 10 days before each event, giving fans time to attend and watch the dedications, which are often broadcast to audiences around the world.
A century of Hollywood history
Since its creation, the Walk of Fame has grown into one of the most recognized cultural landmarks in the world, stretching along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the attraction on behalf of the city of Los Angeles, overseeing both the selection process and the logistics of each star’s installation.
Founded in 1921, the chamber represents close to 700 member organizations and works to support Hollywood’s business community while preserving its cultural landmarks, including the Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Sign. Members of the public may also submit nominations for future classes, though final selections rest with the committee, which reviews career achievements and contributions to the industry before choosing each year’s honorees.
With 32 names added this year, the Walk of Fame continues to expand its roster of stars representing film, television, music and beyond, cementing Hollywood Boulevard’s reputation as a living archive of entertainment history. Fans eager to see their favorite names embedded in the sidewalk will need to keep an eye on the chamber’s website in the coming months as ceremony dates are gradually announced.
