Roberta Flack's Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Unveiled Posthumously After 25 Years

Roberta Flack, the celebrated R&B singer known for hits like "Killing Me Softly With His Song," passed away at the age of 88 without ever having her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame unveiled, despite being selected for the honor in 1999. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce expressed hope that her family would eventually reach out to schedule a posthumous ceremony, which could not take place until after 2025 due to a fully booked calendar. Flack was diagnosed with ALS in 2022, which hindered her ability to sing, and she died from cardiac arrest while being transported to the hospital. Throughout her career, Flack made history by winning consecutive Grammys for Record of the Year in the early 1970s and has influenced generations of artists, including the Fugees, who covered her classic song. Her legacy includes five Grammy Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award, but she never had the opportunity to celebrate her Walk of Fame recognition. Flack's impact on music remains significant, characterized by her powerful vocal style and emotional songwriting.