Hollywood Walk of Fame

The **Hollywood Walk of Fame** is a historic landmark which consists of more than 2,700 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars embedded in the sidewalks along fifteen blocks of Hollywood Boulevard and three blocks of Vine Street in Hollywood, California.

2Pac was awarded the 2,758th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, at Hollywood Boulevard. The event was livestreamed on their YouTube channel. In a press statement, Walk of Fame's producer Ana Martinez said, "This iconic artist has continued to be part of the zeitgeist for decades after his passing and will continue to be an important cultural figure for many years to come. Surely, as one of L.A.'s own, Tupac's star will be added to the list of most visited stars."

## Summary

Tupac Shakur, awarding-winning rapper and film star, received the 2,758th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, June 7, at 10:30 a.m. PT at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard. Shakur received his star in the category of Recording.

**WHO | HONOREE** Tupac Shakur

**EMCEE** iHeart Media Radio Personality Big Boy

**GUEST SPEAKERS** Director Allen Hughes ("Dear Mama"), Jamal Joseph, and accepting the star will be Tupac's sister Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur

**WHAT** Dedication of the 2,758th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

**WHEN** Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 10:30 AM PT – NOTE SPECIAL TIME

**WHERE** 6212 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028

**WATCH LIVE** The event was streamed live exclusively at walkoffame.com

Tupac Shakur, awarding-winning rapper and film star, received the 2,758th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, June 7, at 10:30 a.m. PT at 6212 Hollywood Boulevard. Shakur received his star in the category of Recording.

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has proudly hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from here and around the world have visited this cultural landmark since 1960.

**ABOUT OUR HONOREE**

"Tupac Shakur was a rapper, actor, activist, poet, and revolutionary. This iconic artist has continued to be part of the zeitgeist for decades after his passing and will continue to be an important cultural figure for many years to come," stated Ana Martinez, Producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. "Surely, as one of L.A.'s own, Tupac's star will be added to the list of most visited stars" added Martinez.

Joining emcee Big Boy for the star unveiling was celebrated filmmaker Allen Hughes, director of the acclaimed docuseries "Dear Mama: The Saga of Afeni and Tupac Shakur" that is now streaming on F/X and Hulu. Shakur's sister Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur will accept the star on behalf of the family.

Hughes directed the recently released docuseries, "Dear Mama, a deeply personal account of mother and son, Afeni and Tupac Shakur, and a definitive portrait of a global superstar and the woman who shaped him. A testament to the lasting cultural impact of Tupac Shakur, "Dear Mama" set a new ratings high for the Disney-owned FX when it premiered in May 2023 as the most watched unscripted series debut in cross-platform viewers across FX and Hulu.

The late Tupac Shakur is an internationally recognized artist renowned for his work, defying distinction between art and activism. Though his career lasted just five years, Tupac Shakur remains one of the most complex and prolific artists of his generation with over 75 million records sold worldwide. He is one of hip-hop's most iconic figures, his body of work constantly reminds us of why he is a legacy that continues to be examined and appreciated for generations. Both his 1996's All Eyez on Me and his Greatest Hits collection have been certified Diamond, surpassing the ten-million mark and placing them among the top-selling albums of all time. In April of 2017, Tupac was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, making him the first solo hip-hop artist to be recognized for inclusion in his first eligible year. Tupac also found success and critical acclaim as an actor, starring in films like Juice, Poetic Justice, Above The Rim, Gridlock'd, and Gang Related.

Tupac's life and legacy continue to impact and influence culture today, from a groundbreaking performance via hologram at the 2012 Coachella Music and Arts Festival, to a spoken-word appearance on Kendrick Lamar's critically praised 2015 album To Pimp A Butterfly.  In 2015, the Grammy Museum opened Tupac's first museum exhibit, All Eyez on Me: The Writings of Tupac Shakur. In 2022, Tupac Shakur: Wake Me When I'm Free, a fully immersive thought-provoking museum experience exploring the life and legacy of the acclaimed artist and activist, opened in Los Angeles, California.

## Background

In June 2013, 2Pac was announced to be an honoree in the following year, thought the ceremony date was never set. Years later in June 2023, he was officially inducted. Attendees included YG, Mike Epps, DJ Quik, Danny Boy, Allen Hughes and Outlawz member Young Noble. His sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, accepted the honor on his behalf. She stated:

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## References

1. ↑ "Tupac Shakur Live Walk of Fame Ceremony". *YouTube*. June 7, 2023.
2. ↑ Rosario, Alexandra (May 31, 2023). "Tupac's Getting His Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Next Week — For Real This Time". *Los Angeles Times*.
3. ↑ Morgan, Nakiya (June 21, 2013). "Tupac Receiving a Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame". *MTV*.
4. ↑ Caraan, Sophie (June 7, 2023). "Tupac Shakur Posthumously Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame". *Hypebeast*.