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Alain Mabanckou Joins the Celebration as Angélique Kidjo Makes History on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Angélique Kidjo has made history. On August 18, 2026, the Beninese-French singer became the first African musician and first Black African to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honored at a ceremony on Hollywood Boulevard that drew film stars, music industry heavyweights, and members of her home country’s government.
Originally published by Brittle Paper.