Karol G, Guetta, Hudson & More: 2026-27 Walk of Fame

The Hollywood Walk of Fame just dropped the names of its next class of honorees, and the 2026-27 roster reads like a festival lineup crossed with a Hollywood A-list party. Among the freshly announced recipients: Colombian superstar Karol G, EDM titan David Guetta, and actress-musician-entrepreneur Kate Hudson. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce unveiled the full list on July 25, 2026, and it’s a mix of legacy acts, modern hitmakers, and beloved screen faces. Let’s break down the biggest names getting their permanent spot on the sidewalk.

Karol G: The Reggaeton Royalty Gets Her Due

If you’ve been anywhere near a radio or a streaming chart in the last five years, you’ve heard Karol G’s voice. The Colombian singer, born Carolina Giraldo Navarro, has been on a rocket ride since her breakthrough with Ahora Me Llama in 2017. But the Walk of Fame committee specifically highlighted her recent project Karol G: Tomorrow Was Beautiful - a hybrid concert film and documentary that captured her sold-out stadium tour and the deeply personal story behind her album Mañana Será Bonito. That album made history as the first all-Spanish album by a female artist to top the Billboard 200. The star will be placed in the Recording category, and honestly, it’s about time. She’s not just a Latin music phenomenon; she’s a global pop force with a fanbase that floods social media every time she breathes. Expect a massive, glitter-heavy ceremony the day her star is unveiled.

David Guetta: The French DJ Who Changed Pop Radio

David Guetta has been the soundtrack to club bangers and wedding playlists for over two decades. The French producer got his start in the late ’90s but truly exploded in the 2000s with tracks like When Love Takes Over, Titanium, and Without You. His ability to morph EDM into mainstream pop - and then keep reinventing himself - is rare. Last year, he scored yet another global hit with I Don’t Wanna Wait featuring OneRepublic, proving he’s not coasting on nostalgia. The Walk of Fame committee gave him the Recording category star for his “monumental influence on electronic music and dance-pop.” Guetta has been performing in Las Vegas residencies, headlining festivals worldwide, and even dipping into production for other artists. Getting a star on Hollywood Boulevard cements his status as more than a DJ: he’s a pop architect.

Kate Hudson: From Rom-Com Queen to Music Star

You know Kate Hudson from Almost Famous - for which she earned an Oscar nomination - and a string of beloved rom-coms like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days and Bride Wars. But in recent years, she’s pivoted hard into music. Her debut album Glorious dropped in 2024, and she followed it up with live performances and a tour. The Walk of Fame committee is honoring her in the Motion Picture category, acknowledging her film legacy, but they also cited her “artistic versatility and entrepreneurial spirit” (she also runs a successful activewear brand, Fabletics). Hudson’s star ceremony will likely bring out her famous mom, Goldie Hawn, and a pack of celebrity friends. It’s a feel-good pick that appeals to both Gen X and Millennials who grew up watching her.

More Stars in the 2026-27 Class

The full list includes a wide range of names across film, television, music, and theater. Here are some other notables:

• Ewan McGregor (Motion Picture) - The Scottish actor who brought Obi-Wan Kenobi to life and charmed audiences in Moulin Rouge! and Trainspotting. He’s long overdue for a star.
• Sofia Vergara (Television) - The Modern Family star and America’s Got Talent judge is a TV legend, and her star will sit pretty on the Boulevard.
• Grant Gustin (Television) - The man who played The Flash for nine seasons on The CW finally gets the sidewalk honor his fans have campaigned for.
• Gloria Gaynor (Recording) - The disco queen behind I Will Survive is getting her first star at age 83. Yes, she didn’t have one yet. The announcement triggered a collective gasp from music history buffs.
• Andy Samberg (Television) - The Brooklyn Nine-Nine star and Lonely Island member brings his comedy chops to the Walk of Fame. Expect a prank-filled ceremony.

The Walk of Fame Selection Process

How does one even get a star? It’s not just about fame. Honorees are nominated by anyone - fans, studios, publicists - but a selection committee vets each candidate. There are five categories: Motion Pictures, Television, Recording, Radio, and Live Theatre/Live Performance. Each nominee must agree to attend the ceremony and, crucially, pay a sponsorship fee of $75,000 for the star’s installation and maintenance. That fee usually gets covered by the nominating studio or a dedicated fan campaign. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce then schedules the unveilings over the next two years. So if you’re planning a trip to LA, check the Walk of Fame calendar - you might catch Karol G or David Guetta pressing their hands into wet cement.

Source: billboard.com