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Karu F. Daniels

Billy Porter honored by Hollywood Walk of Fame on World AIDS Day

Billy Porter was a vision in white as he was honored with a plaque on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, which also commemorated World AIDS Day.

Addressing the crowd assembled steps from Los Angeles’ Pantages Theatre, the Emmy, Grammy and two-time Tony Award winner spoke of the “gratitude” he has — not only for the special honor but for all he’s endured throughout his life.

“I’m just so blessed and so grateful to be here,” Porter, 53, said, fighting back tears.

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