Los Angeles: Actor and singer Lea Salonga has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The organisation announced the news as it shared pictures of the actor alongside her star on Instagram on Saturday. “History was made today on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Congratulations to the legendary @msleasalonga, who became the first Filipino person to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” read the caption.
“From originating the role of Kim in Miss Saigon and becoming the first Asian woman to win a Tony Award, to providing the beloved singing voices of Princess Jasmine in Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ and Mulan in ‘Mulan’, Lea’s extraordinary career has inspired generations around the world,” the caption said.
“The ceremony was MC’d by Sibley Scoles @sib_vicious, with heartfelt remarks from guest speakers @brandy, @mingna_wen and @darrencriss. Musician H.E.R. @hermusicofficial was also in attendance. Welcome to the Hollywood Walk of Fame family, Lea Salonga,” it added.
Salonga featured in the 1981 film 'Tropang Bulilit', which marked her acting debut. She essayed the role of Lisa.
She is also known for providing the singing voices of Princess Jasmine in 'Aladdin' (1992) and Fa Mulan in 'Mulan' (1998) and 'Mulan II', among other works.
