Actor Chadwick Boseman was posthumously honored with the 2,828th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The ceremony, held in the Motion Pictures category, was an emotional gathering of his closest friends and family.
Boseman’s widow, Simone Ledward-Boseman, accepted the honor on his behalf, delivering a heartfelt tribute to the late star. She was joined by his Black Panther director Ryan Coogler and his Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom co-star Viola Davis, both of whom delivered tearful, powerful speeches.
Also in attendance were Black Panther co-stars Michael B. Jordan and Letitia Wright, as well as Boseman’s brothers, Kevin and Derrick. Coogler said Boseman was a humble teacher and an “incredible leader,” while Davis declared, “This star… shines a whole lot less brighter than Chadwick is in heaven.” The day was officially declared “Chadwick Boseman Day” in Hollywood.
