Source: LUCY NICHOLSON / GettyAthletes Who Received Hollywood Walk of Fame StarsThe Hollywood Walk of Fame is best known for honoring movie stars, musicians, and television legends. But a select group of athletes have earned their place among those coveted terrazzo stars too. Let’s take a look at the athletes who earned their permanent spot along Hollywood Boulevard, and the reasons behind these well-deserved honors. RELATED | Top 10 Most Influential Female Athletes Of 2026RELATED | Kobe Bryant’s Top 10 Best PerformancesMuhammad AliThe boxing legend received a special honor placed at 6801 Hollywood Blvd. In a distinctive request, Ali asked that his star be mounted on a wall rather than embedded in the sidewalk.