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Los Bukis Earn Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

The groundbreaking grupero band dedicated their 2,817th star to immigrant workers, underscoring their lasting influence on Latin music.

Overview

  • The group was honored on July 23 at 7060 Hollywood Blvd. with speeches by Oscar-nominee Demian Bichir and comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias.
  • Marco Antonio Solís paid tribute to immigrant workers, calling them the “silent force” driving the country’s prosperity.
  • Formed in 1973, Los Bukis earned three Grammy nominations and placed ten albums at No. 1 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican chart.
  • After disbanding in 1996, the band reunited in 2021 for a sold-out stadium tour and broke ground with a full Spanish-language Las Vegas residency.
  • A large crowd gathered on Hollywood Boulevard to witness the unveiling, which was livestreamed on the Walk of Fame website.