The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce dedicated the 2,675th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to Tyler Perry on Oct. 1. The movie mogul received the honor in the Motion Pictures category. His star will be located at 7024 Hollywood Blvd.
“Tyler Perry is a force in the entertainment world,” said Ana Martinez, producer of the Walk of Fame. “Coming from a world of poverty and pushing his way to the top– his creative work has been an inspiration for many people. We are proud to honor him for his work and perseverance and welcome our newest Walk of Famer!”
Perry was elated at the ceremony, which was attended by actor Idris Elba and Kerry Washington. “So I got a star today on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Thank you chamber!! I’m so grateful…” Many cast members from his various shows were also in attendance.
Perry continued, “To look out and see all the cast from all the shows that I have created made my heart so full. To be able to give opportunities to so many was just so humbling to me.”
