Angelique Kidjo to become first African musician to get Hollywood star

Grammy-winning singer Angelique Kidjo, 66, is set to receive an esteemed honor on Tuesday evening - a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This marks her as the first African musician and first Black African to receive such recognition on the prestigious boulevard. Kidjo, born in Benin, has been an international artist for over four decades and was once hailed as "Africa's premier diva" by Time magazine.

Hollywood Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez expressed excitement over the honor, stating that Kidjo's artistry and influence have inspired audiences across generations and continents. "We are proud to honor her as the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing her remarkable contributions to music and culture worldwide," Martinez said in a statement.

Kidjo will be joined at the ceremony by Oscar-nominated actor Willem Dafoe and record producer Harvey Mason Jr. When her star was announced last year, Kidjo remarked, "I may be the first African female singer to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but I am convinced that I will not be the last. Many others will follow, and that fills my heart with joy."