Nia Long receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star with Snoop Dogg tribute
Nia Long received the 2,857th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, Sept. 16, with Snoop Dogg joining her at the podium to pay tribute.
The ceremony began at 11:30 am PT, according to the Walk of Fame's listing. The Hollywood Walk of Fame, the stretch of pavement plaques in Los Angeles that honours work in film, television, music and other entertainment fields, lists Long's star as No. 2,857. Hollywood Walk of Fame
Snoop Dogg spoke at the event. He arrived in a custom jacket covered in photographs from different roles and eras of Long's career. Billboard
His speech was short and direct. He said Long had built her career on her own terms, and told the crowd she was "not just in the culture, she is the culture." Billboard
Long said she has known Snoop Dogg for over 25 years. The two have worked together before. She starred in his 2015 "California Roll" video featuring Stevie Wonder. Billboard
The honour had been announced in advance by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, the organisation that administers the Walk of Fame and approves its stars. Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
What makes this stand out is how personal it felt. No long list of credits. Just two longtime collaborators, one jacket full of memories, and a new star in the pavement for passers-by to find.
