Wu-Tang Clan, Queen Latifah join Rock Hall of Fame

In a star-studded ceremony at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan and punk rocker Billy Idol were inducted into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The ceremony also honored Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Phil Collins, Joy Division/New Order, Luther Vandross, Oasis, Sade, Iron Maiden, and Billy Idol. Wu-Tang Clan performed hits including "C.R.E.A.M" and "Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing ta F With," while Billy Idol was inducted by Gwen Stefani.

Oasis skipped the induction, with actor Bob Odenkirk joking that their music was "a dose of Viagra for the ego." Joy Division and New Order were jointly inducted, with Peter Hook representing the late Ian Curtis. Iron Maiden, who were touring in Australia, were honored by a supergroup of musicians, including St Vincent, Rage Against the Machine, Metallica, and Jack Black.

Late singer Luther Vandross was remembered by Oprah Winfrey, while Usher performed "Never Too Much." Legendary television host Ed Sullivan received the Ahmet Ertegun Award, and Rick Rubin received a brief thank-you speech from his tribute band.