The Isley Brothers to be honored with Walk of Fame star
*The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will honor The Isley Brothers with the 2,834th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The event takes place at 11:30 AM PT at 7051 Hollywood Boulevard and will be livestreamed on walkoffame.com.
KTLA’s Melvin Robert will host the ceremony, with music industry giants Jon Platt and Terry Lewis set to speak. The Isley Brothers’ star will be dedicated in the Recording category, recognizing their legendary influence across generations.
Celebrating a 66-year legacy in American music
The Isley Brothers have shaped the sound of modern music for more than six decades. In 2025, they marked 66 years since their breakout anthem “Shout,” and became the only group in history to chart in eight consecutive decades on Billboard.
With hits that span soul, funk, rock, and R&B, their music has been sampled by artists like Drake, Jay-Z, and Megan Thee Stallion. Their impact is felt in every corner of the music world—from the Beatles to Public Enemy and beyond.
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From gospel roots to global icons
The Isley Brothers began as a gospel quartet in Cincinnati in the 1950s. After the tragic loss of their brother Vernon, the remaining members—O’Kelly, Rudolph, and Ronald—moved to New York City and turned pain into purpose.
By 1959, they had released their debut album and created a sound that was both original and unforgettable. “Shout” became a cultural phenomenon, setting the tone for a career filled with innovation and reinvention.
Genre-bending albums and historic collaborations
Throughout their journey, The Isley Brothers blurred the lines between genres with landmark albums like “Givin’ It Back,” “3 + 3,” “Go for Your Guns,” and “Brother, Brother, Brother.” They welcomed icons like Jimi Hendrix and Elton John into their orbit before they became household names.
Their classic “Fight the Power” became a Black empowerment anthem, later reinterpreted by Public Enemy. Whether slow jams or protest songs, their music has always met the moment with soul and strength.
Honors and influence that span generations
Over the years, The Isley Brothers have earned some of music’s highest honors. They were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1992, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014, and entered the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022.
Their 2022 album “Make Me Say It Again, Girl” featured Beyoncé on the title track, which topped charts for five weeks. That same album featured collaborations with Earth, Wind & Fire, Rick Ross, Quavo, and others—proof their influence is timeless.
Still performing, still inspiring, still Isley
Ron and Ernie Isley continue to tour, bringing decades of music to stages around the world. Their live performances remain electric, and their message of love, soul, and strength endures.
As Ana Martinez of the Hollywood Walk of Fame put it: “They’re not just icons—they’re the blueprint.” With a catalog unmatched in depth and a career that helped shape modern music, The Isley Brothers’ star is a fitting tribute to living legends.
How to watch the Isley Brothers Walk of Fame ceremony
The ceremony will stream live at walkoffame.com on January 28 at 11:30 AM PT. Fans around the world can tune in to celebrate one of music’s most enduring and beloved groups.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is one of L.A.’s most visited landmarks. The Isley Brothers now take their place among the stars, a symbol of their legacy in sound, soul, and American history.
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