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Angela Bassett had nothing but praise for her husband Courtney B. Vance as he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating both his talent and his character. Vance, 65, was joined by Bassett, 67, and their twin children, daughter Bronwyn and son Slater, both 19, at the ceremony held Tuesday, Dec. 16, in Los Angeles. As Bassett stepped up to the podium, she joked about her unique perspective on the honoree, noting that she lives with him. The ceremony took place just across the street from Bassett’s own Walk of Fame star, which she received in 2008. From there, she spoke warmly about her husband’s dedication to his craft and the consistency he brings to every role.
Bassett described Vance as an actor who is committed, relatable, and deeply reliable, saying he shows up fully whether he is performing on stage, on screen, or on television. She added that his performances are rooted in emotional honesty and a deep understanding of human complexity. The actress also reflected on his long career, recalling his early days in theater and highlighting his Tony Award winning work in Broadway’s Lucky Guy, as well as notable screen roles in projects such as Lovecraft Country and The Hunt for Red October.
She emphasized that the honor recognized more than his artistic achievements. According to Bassett, the star also reflects Vance’s integrity, generosity, and the grace with which he carries himself. She closed her remarks by telling him how proud she is, expressing her love and gratitude that his name will now be permanently etched into Hollywood Boulevard.
The couple’s daughter Bronwyn also spoke during the ceremony, sharing a personal memory that illustrated her father’s kindness. She recalled a Valentine’s Day when Vance brought her flowers and candy after a painful teenage breakup, a moment that made her feel supported when she thought her world was falling apart. Bronwyn described her father as someone who spends his life serving others and encouraged him to fully accept the celebration in his honor.
When it was his turn to speak, Vance expressed deep gratitude and credited Bassett as the person who helped shape him into the man he is today. He reflected on attending Bassett’s Walk of Fame ceremony in 2008 when their children were toddlers and said returning to the same spot to receive his own star felt overwhelming. He described the experience as more happiness than he could emotionally bear.
Vance most recently appeared on the big screen as Cobra Bubbles in Disney’s live action adaptation of Lilo and Stitch, continuing a career that now spans decades and is marked by both excellence and respect.
Bassett described Vance as an actor who is committed, relatable, and deeply reliable, saying he shows up fully whether he is performing on stage, on screen, or on television. She added that his performances are rooted in emotional honesty and a deep understanding of human complexity. The actress also reflected on his long career, recalling his early days in theater and highlighting his Tony Award winning work in Broadway’s Lucky Guy, as well as notable screen roles in projects such as Lovecraft Country and The Hunt for Red October.
She emphasized that the honor recognized more than his artistic achievements. According to Bassett, the star also reflects Vance’s integrity, generosity, and the grace with which he carries himself. She closed her remarks by telling him how proud she is, expressing her love and gratitude that his name will now be permanently etched into Hollywood Boulevard.
The couple’s daughter Bronwyn also spoke during the ceremony, sharing a personal memory that illustrated her father’s kindness. She recalled a Valentine’s Day when Vance brought her flowers and candy after a painful teenage breakup, a moment that made her feel supported when she thought her world was falling apart. Bronwyn described her father as someone who spends his life serving others and encouraged him to fully accept the celebration in his honor.
When it was his turn to speak, Vance expressed deep gratitude and credited Bassett as the person who helped shape him into the man he is today. He reflected on attending Bassett’s Walk of Fame ceremony in 2008 when their children were toddlers and said returning to the same spot to receive his own star felt overwhelming. He described the experience as more happiness than he could emotionally bear.
Vance most recently appeared on the big screen as Cobra Bubbles in Disney’s live action adaptation of Lilo and Stitch, continuing a career that now spans decades and is marked by both excellence and respect.