\n\nBeninese music legend Angélique Kidjo has made history after becoming the first African musician and first Black African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The international music icon was honoured in Hollywood on August 18, 2026, in recognition of her remarkable career and contribution to global music. The achievement marks another major milestone for African music on the international stage.
Kidjo, who has enjoyed a career spanning several decades, has become one of Africa’s most recognised cultural ambassadors. Her music has consistently crossed borders and genres, blending West African sounds with influences from different parts of the world.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame honour places her among a distinguished group of international entertainers whose work has made a lasting impact on global popular culture.
Her recognition also comes at a time when African music continues to experience unprecedented international growth, with Afrobeats artists from Nigeria and other African countries increasingly dominating global charts, festivals and award ceremonies.
Kidjo’s achievement has generated celebrations across Africa, with fans and fellow entertainers praising the singer for opening doors for generations of African musicians who aspire to build careers on the global stage.
The honour further reinforces Kidjo’s status as one of Africa’s most influential musical figures and represents a significant moment for the continent’s entertainment industry.
