More than three decades after famously turning down a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, global music icon Madonna is finally open to the idea—but with one firm condition.
In a surprising revelation that has reignited buzz across the entertainment world, the “Queen of Pop” stated she would only accept the honor if she’s granted the same unique treatment Muhammad Ali received in 2002—having his star mounted on a wall instead of embedded on the sidewalk.
> “I don’t want people walking all over me,” Madonna reportedly told a close associate, echoing a sentiment Ali voiced when he was honored over 20 years ago. For Ali, a devout Muslim, the idea of people stepping on his name—shared with the Prophet Muhammad—was unacceptable. His request was granted, and his star remains the only one displayed on a wall rather than on the pavement.
Madonna, who has never shied away from making bold, symbolic choices throughout her career, reportedly declined the Walk of Fame honor in 1990 despite being officially selected. At the time, she expressed no interest in participating in the ceremony, which is a requirement. But it seems that time—and perhaps perspective—has shifted her stance.
Now at 66, with over 300 million records sold, countless awards, and a career that’s shaped pop culture for over four decades, Madonna’s absence from the famed boulevard has always puzzled fans and critics alike. For many, it’s a glaring omission.
With renewed attention on her legacy and her upcoming remix album Veronica Electronica, fans are wondering: will Hollywood finally meet her halfway?
If so, Madonna may soon become the second person in history to have a star on the Walk of Fame that you can’t walk on—cementing her legacy in true Madonna fashion: on her terms only.
More than three decades after famously turning down a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, global music icon Madonna is finally open to the idea—but with one firm condition.
In a surprising revelation that has reignited buzz across the entertainment world, the “Queen of Pop” stated she would only accept the honor if she’s granted the same unique treatment Muhammad Ali received in 2002—having his star mounted on a wall instead of embedded on the sidewalk.
> “I don’t want people walking all over me,” Madonna reportedly told a close associate, echoing a sentiment Ali voiced when he was honored over 20 years ago. For Ali, a devout Muslim, the idea of people stepping on his name—shared with the Prophet Muhammad—was unacceptable. His request was granted, and his star remains the only one displayed on a wall rather than on the pavement.
Madonna, who has never shied away from making bold, symbolic choices throughout her career, reportedly declined the Walk of Fame honor in 1990 despite being officially selected. At the time, she expressed no interest in participating in the ceremony, which is a requirement. But it seems that time—and perhaps perspective—has shifted her stance.
Now at 66, with over 300 million records sold, countless awards, and a career that’s shaped pop culture for over four decades, Madonna’s absence from the famed boulevard has always puzzled fans and critics alike. For many, it’s a glaring omission.
With renewed attention on her legacy and her upcoming remix album Veronica Electronica, fans are wondering: will Hollywood finally meet her halfway?
If so, Madonna may soon become the second person in history to have a star on the Walk of Fame that you can’t walk on—cementing her legacy in true Madonna fashion: on her terms only.
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