Overview

• Rhymes was honored with the 2,818th star on Hollywood Boulevard at 6201 Hollywood Boulevard on August 1, with Big Boy emceeing and appearances by LL Cool J, Chuck D and Chris Rock.
• He delivered emotional remarks onstage, saying “I feel born again today. I feel complete today,” and marking the ceremony as both a culmination and new beginning.
• Ana Martinez of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce said his star will stand as a testament to his lasting influence on hip-hop music and American culture.
• Over a 35-year career, Busta Rhymes has sold more than 20 million albums, earned 12 Grammy nominations, notched seven Top 10 Billboard 200 entries and set a Guinness World Record for his rapid-fire delivery.
• In a post-ceremony interview with Variety, Rhymes confirmed his upcoming album Vengeance is slated for release in September 2025.