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Lea Salonga receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Overview

Acclaimed performer Lea Salonga has become the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony took place on September 4, 2026, in front of the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, where she was awarded the 2,855th star in the Live Performance category.

Salonga, a Tony Award winner known for originating the role of Kim in ‘Miss Saigon’, was honored for her extensive career in musical theater and film. She is widely recognized as the singing voice for Disney’s Princess Jasmine in ‘Aladdin’ and Mulan in ‘Mulan’.

The event featured tributes from fellow entertainers, including Ming-Na Wen, Brandy, and Darren Criss. In her acceptance speech, Salonga expressed gratitude to her family and mentors, stating that the achievement is a “significant milestone for the Filipino community” and expressing hope that it inspires future generations of Filipino artists to pursue careers in Hollywood.

Salonga was also slated to receive the Icon Award at the closing gala of the third Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) on September 6.

Entities

Hollywood Walk of Fame · Lea Salonga · Ming-Na Wen · Manila International Film Festival · Disney

Timeline

  1. 8 days ago

    [CULTURE] 14 sources
    Lea Salonga becomes first Filipina to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star

    Lea Salonga has made history as the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honoring her legendary career in musical theater and as the singing voice for Disney’s Mulan and Jasmine.

  2. 19 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Lea Salonga to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star

    Lea Salonga will become the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame during a ceremony on September 4 in the Live Performance category.

  3. 22 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Lea Salonga to receive first Filipina star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Lea Salonga is set to become the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 4, following recent high-profile performances at Disney California Adventure Park.

Sources

abc30.com · asianjournal.com · astig.ph · ca.sports.yahoo.com · english.publictv.in · entertainment.inquirer.net · gmanetwork.com · laughingplace.com · lazybudgetchef.com · musicalesbaires.com.ar · mynewsla.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · philnews.ph · rappler.com · sportcultural.com.br · themainstreetmouse.com · variety.com · world-today-journal.com · yve-style.com

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