Roberta Flack’s Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Still Waiting for Unveiling

So, here’s a throwback: Roberta Flack got the nod for a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame way back in 1999. Yup, nearly a quarter-century ago! But wait—guess what? The unveiling hasn’t happened yet. You’d think with a career that boasts chart-toppers like “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly,” this would be a done deal. Yet, it seems no concrete plans were ever made for the big moment. According to Ana Martinez from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Roberta’s family has yet to reach out, which means her star is still just another dream deferred on that iconic street.

Martinez has revealed that they’re really hoping the family will step up to the plate and finally get this all sorted out. But before you start holding your breath—there’s a significant timeline to consider. Any potential ceremony will have to wait until after 2025, since this year’s calendar is already overflowing with other honorees. And just to add a sprinkle of irony, it appears Roberta isn’t alone in this star status limbo; Whitney Houston found herself in a similar situation. She received approval for her star but also failed to set a date before she passed away in 2012.

Roberta Flack left us at the remarkable age of 88, wrapping up a legendary career that reshaped adult contemporary music and deeply moved listeners for decades. Her hits didn’t just dominate the charts; they became staples of American culture and influenced countless artists that followed. As we wait for Flack’s family to see what can be done, it seems the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is eager to finally celebrate the woman whose voice still resonates through time. Will it happen soon? Only time will tell if we’ll see that star get its moment in the spotlight!

Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and TMZ, Billboard, Rolling Stone