Veteran rap icon Busta Rhymes will be added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame as the recipient of the 2,818th star, it was officially confirmed today. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce made the announcement on Tuesday, July 29, stating the ceremony is set for Friday, August 1, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. PT, outside East Town at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles.
A Celebration of Hip‑Hop Legacy
Ana Martinez, producer for the Walk of Fame, remarked:
“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will be adding Busta Rhymes, one of Hip‑Hop’s most enduring and electrifying voices, as a new member of Hollywood’s iconic sidewalk.”
She added:
“His talent and influence are undeniable. His star on the Walk of Fame will stand as a testament to his lasting impact on hip‑hop music and how important it is to the American culture.”
The ceremony will feature radio personality and Walk of Famer Big Boy as emcee. Guest speakers include Chris Rock, LL COOL J, and Chuck D, whose Public Enemy group originally gave Busta his moniker in the early days with Leaders of the New School.
Milestone Honors Align with Career Momentum
This prestigious star arrives amid a wave of recent honors and creative output for Busta. He has sold over 20 million albums worldwide, earned 12 Grammy nominations, and scored seven Top 10 Billboard albums. His songs have clocked tens of millions in gold and platinum sales.
His creative energy remains vibrant. Busta released the successful Dragon Season EPs—The Awakening and Equinox—in 2024 and continues building momentum for his upcoming album Vengeance. He also delivered the single “Taking Everything” for the Bad Guys 2 soundtrack and appeared in the high-profile The Naked Gun reboot, due to debut on August 1.
From Brooklyn Roots to Cultural Icon
Starting in Brooklyn and Long Island, Busta launched his career with Leaders of the New School in the early 1990s. His solo debut in 1996 with The Coming set a fiery tone. His next album, When Disaster Strikes…, was hailed by Pitchfork as a groundbreaking moment. Busta’s wildly inventive videos and energetic stage presence redefined what hip‑hop entertainment could be.
Peers and critics have consistently celebrated him. Jay‑Z and KRS‑One have called him “the greatest performer of all time.” MTV declared him “one of hip‑hop’s greatest visual artists,” and BET Jams labeled one of his iconic videos the greatest ever.