Lil Wayne have officially been selected for the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027, marking another major career milestone for both figures. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced the new class on Thursday, revealing 32 honorees from film, television, radio, recording, live performance, sports entertainment, and other areas of the entertainment industry.
Lil Wayne will be honored in the Recording category after building one of the most influential careers in hip-hop history. The New Orleans legend has spent decades shaping rap through his lyricism, work ethic, mixtape dominance, and classic albums. From Tha Carter series to his countless features and collaborations, Wayne’s impact stretches across multiple generations of artists and fans.
His addition to the Walk of Fame further cements his place as one of rap’s most important voices. Wayne helped define an era of hip-hop while also inspiring many of today’s biggest stars. His style, punchlines, flows, and creative risks changed the way rappers approached music, making this honor another reflection of his lasting influence.
Charlamagne Tha God will receive his star in the Radio category. Best known as one of the hosts of The Breakfast Club, Charlamagne has become one of the most recognizable media personalities in hip-hop and pop culture. Over the years, his interviews, commentary, books, podcasts, television work, and mental health advocacy have helped him build a platform that reaches far beyond morning radio.
The Class of 2027 also includes hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash, who was selected in the Recording category. As one of the architects of DJ culture, Grandmaster Flash helped create techniques that became foundational to hip-hop. His recognition highlights the continued importance of honoring the genre’s early innovators.
Karol G was also named among the Recording honorees, joining a group that includes David Guetta, Sia, Linkin Park, The Ramones, Smashing Pumpkins, Waylon Jennings, and composer Marc Shaiman. The list shows the wide range of artists being celebrated, from hip-hop and Latin music to rock, country, pop, and film composition.
Several major names from film, television, and live entertainment were also selected, including Idris Elba, Keke Palmer, Pedro Pascal, Lisa Kudrow, David Alan Grier, Jo Koy, and Nicole Scherzinger. Together, the class represents a broad mix of entertainers who have made strong contributions to culture and global audiences.
In a statement, Walk of Fame Selection Committee chairman Peter Roth said the committee was proud to welcome the Class of 2027, calling the Walk of Fame one of entertainment’s most lasting symbols of achievement. He also praised the honorees for their creativity, talent, and dedication to their craft.
Although the selections have been announced, ceremony dates have not been confirmed yet. Honorees typically have up to two years to schedule their star ceremonies, meaning fans will have to wait for official unveiling dates for Lil Wayne, Charlamagne Tha God, and the rest of the Class of 2027.
For hip-hop culture, the announcement is another major win. Lil Wayne, Charlamagne Tha God, and Grandmaster Flash each represent different parts of the culture’s growth — from DJ innovation and rap excellence to media influence and conversation. Their upcoming stars show how deeply hip-hop continues to shape entertainment history.