Chadwick Boseman Receives Posthumous Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame

Boseman’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony will take place on November 20.

November 13, 2025 10:25am

Actor Chadwick Boseman poses in the press room at the 47th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 5, 2016 in Pasadena, California.

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The late Chadwick Boseman — revered for his transformative performances and cultural impact — will be posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The ceremony, which will take place on November 20, will immortalize his legacy among Hollywood’s most influential figures.

The ceremony, which will be emceed by Steve Nissen, president and CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, will take place at 6904 Hollywood Blvd., in front of the Hollywood Experience.

Fans unable to attend in person can view the livestream at WalkOfFame.com.

Chadwick Boseman attends the European Premiere of Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” at the Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith on February 8, 2018 in London, England.

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Boseman’s widow, Simone Ledward-Boseman, will accept the award on his behalf, while filmmaker Ryan Coogler and Oscar-winning actor Viola Davis are set to speak at the event — both of whom shared powerful professional and personal bonds with Boseman.

Coogler directed Boseman in Black Panther (2018), the Marvel blockbuster that became a cultural phenomenon and earned more than $1.3 billion worldwide.

Davis co-starred alongside him in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (2020), his final film performance, for which he received posthumous Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations.

Chadwick Boseman poses in the press room during the 2019 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 24, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.

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“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is deeply honored to celebrate Chadwick Boseman’s extraordinary legacy with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” said Ana Martinez, producer of the Walk of Fame.

“His powerful performances and enduring impact both on and off screen continue to inspire generations around the world.”

Boseman, who tragically passed away on August 28, 2020, at just 43 after a private battle with colon cancer, left an indelible mark on film and culture.

Actor Chadwick Boseman attends the 2018 MTV Movie And TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 16, 2018 in Santa Monica, California.

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Known for embodying real-life icons such as Jackie Robinson in 42, James Brown in Get On Up, and Thurgood Marshall in Marshall, his work consistently celebrated Black excellence, resilience, and history.

His portrayal of King T’Challa in Black Panther turned him into a global symbol of heroism, pride, and representation — a legacy that continues to inspire millions.

As Hollywood gathers to unveil his star, the ceremony serves as both a tribute and a reminder that Boseman’s light — much like his art — remains eternal.

Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture for Black Panther Chadwick Boseman poses with his award in the press room during the 50th NAACP Image awards at the Dolby theatre on March 30, 2019 in Los Angeles.

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