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Playwright August Wilson Receives a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame
VarietyStory by Rosemary Rossi
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Legendary playwright August Wilson posthumously honored with coveted Hollywood star, cementing his legacy as one of America's most acclaimed storytellers.
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- Wilson's daughter, Sakina Ansari, will accept the star on his behalf, paying tribute to his groundbreaking work that shined a light on the Black experience.
- The Walk of Fame ceremony marks the first time a playwright has been awarded this prestigious Hollywood accolade, underscoring Wilson's outsized influence on American theater.
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August Wilson, Sakina Ansari