The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce named the Walk of Fame Class of 2026, with Miley Cyrus, Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, and Shaquille O’Neal among the headline honorees. The full list sits on walkoffame.com and in the official press release. Ceremony dates are posted later on the site, and honorees have two years to schedule their dedications.
TL;DR:
- Anyone can nominate a performer, but submissions require written consent, sponsor documents, a biography, photos, and the application fee; sponsors cover installation and ceremony costs.
- Dedications are free, require no tickets or reservations, and usually begin at 11:30 a.m. PT, lasting 30 to 45 minutes; popular events fill early.
- The Chamber publishes each star’s address in its individual dedication notice, not on a master class map, so check the notice before planning a route.
- Ceremony sidewalks are paved and public, but crowds can narrow access and seating is limited; confirm event details in advance or use the posted livestream.
Table of Contents
- Who is on the 2026 Walk of Fame class list?
- How does the Chamber announce a new class?
- How do you nominate someone for the Walk of Fame?
- What happens at a star dedication, and how do you attend?
- What does the 2026 class say about who gets honored?
- Where are the 2026 stars located on the Walk of Fame?
- What are the best tips for attending a 2026 ceremony?
- Is the Walk of Fame accessible for visitors with disabilities?
- A local view: plan around the notice, not the headline
- See the Walk of Fame with a local guide
- FAQ
- Sources
Who is on the 2026 Walk of Fame class list?
The official announcement, published July 2, 2025, lists 35 honorees across Motion Pictures, Television, Recording, Live Theatre/Performance, and Sports Entertainment, according to the Chamber’s press release. Major outlets such as The Hollywood Reporter ran the marquee names within hours. Here are the names this article tracks, grouped by the category the Chamber uses. For the complete roster, always check the official release, since it is the final word.
- Motion Pictures: Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, Emily Blunt, Rami Malek, and Nia Long.
- Recording: Miley Cyrus and the rock duo Air Supply, plus Angélique Kidjo, whose career spans African and global pop.
- Live Theatre/Performance: Lea Salonga, the Broadway and film star known for her stage work.
- Sports Entertainment: Shaquille O’Neal, the basketball legend turned broadcaster and entertainer.
- Posthumous honoree: Carlo Rambaldi, the Oscar-winning special effects artist, announced in the same press-release format as living honorees, with a star number and ceremony address.
- Also on the class: Deepika Padukone, one of the international names that give this class its global reach.
The release is the only place where the wording of each credit is official. Some names appear under more than one heading in entertainment coverage, so use the Chamber’s categories as your guide when you search for a specific person.
How does the Chamber announce a new class?
The process follows a steady annual rhythm. The Walk of Fame Selection Panel meets and the Chamber’s board ratifies the picks. A press conference follows for the next year’s class. The Class of 2026 followed that pattern: the Chamber announced it on July 2, 2025, with Walk of Famers Eugenio Derbez and Richard Blade doing the honors, per the official release.
That timing explains why a “2026” class shows up in the news a year and a half earlier. The star is not installed on announcement day. Instead, the Chamber publishes the list, and each honoree then works with their team to pick a ceremony date inside a two-year window.
The Chamber posts press releases on its site, and the announcement itself is typically livestreamed or posted there. If you want to catch the next reveal live, watch walkoffame.com and follow the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce on social channels for the exact press conference time. Your best move is to bookmark the press release page, because individual dedication notices land in the same place once they are scheduled.
How do you nominate someone for the Walk of Fame?
Anyone can submit a nomination, but the process has firm rules. The Chamber’s nomination procedure requires a written letter of agreement from the nominee or their management, so consent is mandatory. Here is the path most nominators follow:
- Watch for the application window. The Chamber publishes it each year, and an earlier cycle opened in April and ran through the end of May.
- Gather your package: sponsor documentation, a biography, photos, and a clear case for the nominee’s qualifications.
- Secure the nominee’s letter of agreement before you submit anything.
- Pay the application fee the Chamber lists for that cycle, and plan for the sponsor’s installation and ceremony costs if the nominee is chosen.
- Wait for the Walk of Fame Committee’s decision, which comes the following year.
Sponsors carry the financial responsibility for the star’s installation and ceremony. Read the current figures on the Chamber’s own pages instead of relying on older posts, because amounts can change from cycle to cycle.
Selections are made at the Chamber’s discretion, and its decisions are final. As the Wikipedia overview explains, the Chamber administers the Walk of Fame while the City of Los Angeles Board of Public Works handles final acceptance and permits under Council File No. 24-0489.
What happens at a star dedication, and how do you attend?
Dedications are free public events. According to the Walk of Fame instructions, no tickets or reservations are needed, and ceremonies generally start at 11:30 a.m. PT and run about 30 to 45 minutes. The Chamber posts the date on walkoffame.com, so you need to check often. Individual notices, such as the one for Nia Long, list the date, time, address on Hollywood Boulevard, and the speakers.
Here is how to plan a visit:
- Check walkoffame.com for the dedication notice.
- Note the star’s address and the start time in the press release.
- Arrive early if the honoree is a big name, since viewing is first come, first served.
- Claim a spot near the barricade line, and keep your belongings close.
- Stay for the speeches, which usually include the emcee, friends, and industry peers.
Pro Tip: Bring water and sunscreen, because the sidewalk offers little shade and seating is limited.
Many ceremonies are also livestreamed through the official channels, so if you can’t make it in person, the link appears with the dedication notice.
What does the 2026 class say about who gets honored?
The class reads as more international and more mixed in genre than the Walk of Fame of past decades. CBS Los Angeles notes that the Selection Committee aims to reflect a global and evolving entertainment landscape, pointing to additions like Lea Salonga, Deepika Padukone, and Angélique Kidjo.
That shows in the mix. A Broadway and film star, a Bollywood leading actress, and a West African singer share a sidewalk with pop stars and a basketball icon. You can read this as the Chamber’s answer to how entertainment is now consumed: across borders, platforms, and formats. The honorees’ fan bases will also shape ceremony crowds, so expect large, international turnouts for some dedications.
Where are the 2026 stars located on the Walk of Fame?
The Walk of Fame runs along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, and new stars are placed in open spots within that stretch. The Chamber does not publish a single master map of the whole class in advance. Instead, each star’s address appears in its own dedication notice. The Air Supply announcement, for example, gives the star number, date, time, and location.
So the practical method is simple. Find the honoree’s press release, copy the Hollywood Boulevard address into your phone’s maps app, and walk to it. Stars tend to cluster, so one visit can cover several names, and an earlier ceremony may leave a fresh star just blocks from the one you came to see.
If you want a head start, our Walk of Fame map and transit guide covers where to park, which Metro stops put you closest, and how to stack a few stars into one walk. Remember that new stars show up gradually, because installation follows each ceremony schedule.
What are the best tips for attending a 2026 ceremony?
Arrival time matters more than anything else. The ceremony generally starts at 11:30 a.m. PT, but popular honorees draw crowds that form well before that. For a major name like Miley Cyrus or Timothée Chalamet, expect to claim your spot early and stay put, since the sidewalk fills quickly and viewing is first come, first served.
Choose your vantage point with care. The barricade line closest to the star gives the best view of the unveiling, but the sightline from across the sidewalk is often clearer for photos because heads don’t block the frame. Stand where you can see both the podium and the star itself.
Dress for sun and pavement. Comfortable shoes, a hat, water, and a charged phone cover most problems. Keep bags small, because crowds get tight. Check the dedication notice the morning of the event too, since timing can shift slightly.
If a ceremony is on a weekday, traffic around Hollywood Boulevard slows down, so give yourself buffer time. If you would rather not deal with parking, our top celebrity landmarks guide can help you plan a route that pairs the ceremony with nearby stops.
Is the Walk of Fame accessible for visitors with disabilities?
The Walk of Fame is a public sidewalk, so you can reach it without a ticket or reservation, and the ceremonies are open to everyone. The Chamber does not publish a dedicated accessibility page for individual events, so confirm specifics through walkoffame.com before you go.
Here is what to plan for. The path is outdoors and paved, but crowds during a ceremony can narrow the walkway and make it hard to move. Seating is limited, so if standing for 30 to 45 minutes is difficult, arrive early to claim a spot near the edge and bring a folding option if rules allow. Shade is scarce, so sun protection and water matter even more.
If you can’t attend in person, livestreams offer a full alternative. The Chamber’s official channels carry many dedications, and the link is typically posted with the ceremony notice.
For help with transit and routing, call ahead to confirm the street closures and drop-off points near the address in the press release. Planning the day around your own needs, instead of the crowd’s, makes the visit easier.
A local view: plan around the notice, not the headline
The class news is exciting, but the dedication date is what matters for travel. Because the Chamber posts dates ahead of ceremonies, flexible plans win. A guided tour can help you see Hollywood Boulevard and nearby sites. Verify every date on walkoffame.com before you book.
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See the Walk of Fame with a local guide
We run small-group guided tours through Hollywood, with the Walk of Fame and nearby highlights on the route. Our Authentic Tour is a way to see the area, and you can book on our site.
- Local guides who know the Boulevard
- Multilingual audio guides
- Small groups for a more personal visit
- Easy online booking, plus private options
Check the ceremony dates on walkoffame.com, then pick the tour that fits your day and reserve your spot on our site.
FAQ
Who is on the Hollywood Walk of Fame class of 2026?
The class includes Miley Cyrus, Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, Shaquille O’Neal, Emily Blunt, Rami Malek, Lea Salonga, Angélique Kidjo, Air Supply, and Nia Long. Carlo Rambaldi is honored posthumously. The full roster is in the Chamber’s official press release.
How long do honorees have to hold their ceremony?
Honorees have two years from selection to schedule a star ceremony. The Chamber posts the date on walkoffame.com before the event. Check that page often, because notice is short.
Can the public attend a Walk of Fame ceremony?
Yes. Attendance is free and open to the public, with no tickets or reservations required, per the official instructions. Viewing is first come, first served, so arrive early for popular honorees.
Who runs the Walk of Fame?
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers it, and its decisions are final. The City of Los Angeles Board of Public Works handles final acceptance and permits, as the Wikipedia overview describes.
Sources
- HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME CLASS OF 2026 ANNOUNCED BY WALK OF FAMERS EUGENIO DERBEZ AND RICHARD BLADE – Hollywood Walk of Fame
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- 2025 WALK OF FAME APPLICATIONS OPEN APRIL 15, 2024! | Hollywood Chamber of Commerce