Hollywood honours Angelique Kidjo as first Black African Walk of Fame star

Beninese musician and actress Angelique Kidjo became the first Black African to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame © Frederic J. Brown, AFP

Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo became the first Black African to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, marking a milestone for African music. The Beninese-French singer was honored at a ceremony in Los Angeles attended by film stars and leading figures from the music industry.

Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo on Tuesday became the first Black African to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.