Overview

• The star was unveiled Monday at 6357 Hollywood Blvd., the Walk of Fame’s 2,821st honor.
• Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown delivered a tribute, crediting Nye for inspiring a generation to explore, discover, and ask questions.
• Actor Joel McHale and comedian Ross Shafer also appeared at the ceremony, reflecting their ties to Nye through Seattle’s Almost Live! and his 1990s series.
• Nye called the recognition a profound honor and reiterated his passion for science, comedy, and television.
• The milestone follows 19 Emmys for Bill Nye the Science Guy, leadership of The Planetary Society since 2010, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom awarded Jan. 4.