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Angélique Kidjo has become the first Black African honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The Benin-born, five-time Grammy winner was recognised after a 40-year international career spanning 18 albums, marking a rare mainstream US tribute to an African musician’s global influence in music.
Angélique Kidjo becomes first Black African with Walk of Fame star
Angélique Kidjo becomes first Black African with Walk of Fame star

20.08.2026

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