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Lea Salonga Hollywood Walk of Fame recognition
Overview
Singer and actress Lea Salonga was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 4, 2026. She is the first Filipina to receive this distinction and the fifth recipient from the Philippines.
Salonga, recognized for her work in ‘Miss Saigon’, ‘Aladdin’, and ‘Mulan’, was nominated for the honor by the Manila International Film Festival. The ceremony, held near the Pantages Theatre, was attended by hundreds of fans and guests, including Ming-Na Wen, Brandy, Darren Criss, and H.E.R.
In her acceptance speech, Salonga reflected on her career, which began at age seven in ‘The King and I’, and expressed her hope that her achievement would inspire future generations of Filipino and Asian artists to pursue opportunities in Hollywood.
Entities
Hollywood Walk of Fame · Lea Salonga · Ming-Na Wen · Hollywood Chamber of Commerce · Manila International Film Festival
Timeline
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about 23 hours ago
[CULTURE] 2 sourcesLea Salonga receives first Filipina star on Hollywood Walk of FameLea Salonga became the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame during a ceremony on September 4, 2026, marking a historic milestone for Filipino artists.
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5 days ago
[CULTURE] 3 sourcesLea Salonga receives first Filipina star on Hollywood Walk of FameLea Salonga has become the first Filipina honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing her iconic career in musical theater and her roles as a Disney singing voice.
Sources
entertainment.inquirer.net · philtimes.com.au · piratesandprincesses.net · reyfortmedia.com · world-today-news.com