George Harrison to Receive Hollywood Walk of Fame Star – 4 April 2009

Saturday 4 April 2009 | George Harrison

On 4 April 2009, it was announced that George Harrison would receive a posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame star. Harrison passed away from cancer on 29 November 2001.

Ceremony Details

The unveiling ceremony took place on 14 April 2009 at 11:30am PST at 1750 Vine Street, Los Angeles, in front of the Capitol Records building. Harrison’s wife Olivia Harrison and son Dhani Harrison accepted the star on his behalf. The event was open to the public.

Significance

Although Harrison already shares a Walk of Fame star with the other three Beatles, he is one of only two members of the band to receive an individual star — the other being John Lennon. Harrison’s star became the 2,382nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Related Announcements

Capitol/EMI also announced details of a new Harrison music project, and Martin Scorsese was confirmed to be directing a forthcoming documentary on Harrison’s life and music career — which was later released as George Harrison: Living in the Material World (2011).

Location

FAQ

When was George Harrison’s Walk of Fame star announced?

4 April 2009, with the ceremony on 14 April 2009.

Who accepted the star on his behalf?

His wife Olivia Harrison and son Dhani Harrison.

Where is the star located?

1750 Vine Street, Los Angeles, in front of the Capitol Records building.

Did any other Beatles receive individual stars?

Yes — John Lennon also has an individual star. The other Beatles share a collective star.

What other projects were announced?

A new Harrison music project and a Martin Scorsese documentary, later released as George Harrison: Living in the Material World (2011).

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