Lea Salonga is set to make history as the first Filipino to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame unveiled a first look at Salonga’s star ahead of the ceremony, which will be held Friday in Los Angeles, or Saturday in the Philippines.
Salonga will be honored in the Live Performance category at 6225 Hollywood Boulevard, in front of the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.
Filipino celebrities, including Vina Morales, Neri Naig, and Veejay Floresca, expressed their support for the theater icon ahead of the milestone event.
The Tony Award-winning Broadway star and Disney Legend adds the recognition to a career spanning Philippine theater, Broadway, Hollywood, and the international stage.
Source: PhilNews24 | September 3, 2026
