Entertainment & Lifestyle | MANILA, Philippines: Lea Salonga named to Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026
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MANILA, Philippines — Tony Award-winning Filipino theater icon Lea Salonga has been officially selected as a member of the Hollywood Walk of Fame’s Class of 2026. The announcement was made Wednesday, July 2 (Los Angeles time) by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
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Lisa Lew, co-founder and executive producer of the Manila International Film Festival (MIFF), proudly confirmed the news to The Manila Times that MIFF had the honor of nominating Salonga for the prestigious recognition.
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“This morning (Los Angeles time), Lea’s officially been selected,” Lew shared in a personal message from the US on early Thursday in Manila. “This recognition is not just for her extraordinary talent but for everything she represents: excellence, integrity, and cultural pride.”
Salonga, who has made an indelible mark on Broadway, Disney, and the global concert stage, will receive her star in the Live Theater category. Her selection makes her the fourth Filipino and the first Filipina to be honored on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Other Filipinos who have received stars include comedian Rob Schneider and global music superstar Bruno Mars. Apl.de.Ap is set to receive his star with his Black Eyed Peas bandmates, and Salonga will soon join them as the fourth Filipino honoree.
In response to the news, Salonga posted on Instagram: “Just now woke up to this bit of amazing news!!! To the Manila International Filmfest, many thanks for nominating me to be part of the class of 2025-26!”
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