Ken Jeong receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (KYMA, KECY/NBC) - Actor and comedian Ken Jeong is being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Wednesday.
In a press release obtained by NBC News, Jeong, known for films such as "Knocked Up," "The Hangover" trilogy, "Community," as well as hosting "The Masked Singer," is receiving the 2,794th star for the Television category.
"I'm not the funniest guy in the world, I'm not the most talented guy and according to [Joel McHale], I'm not the tallest guy - but I'm the most grateful guy and I'm the most grateful person to my fans, to any audience member watching because at the end of the day you are putting bread on my table...you are letting me do what I love to do more than anything else in the world so from the bottom of my heart I can not articulate how much I think the fans and this is your star because you are my star. Thank you so much."
Ken Jeong, actor and comedian
The press release says news journalist Sophie Flay is emceeing the ceremony, with Randall Park, Joel McHale and "a special guest" serving as guest speakers.
"The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to honor Ken Jeong with a well-deserved star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Ken's incredible journey from medicine to entertainment is a testament to his remarkable talent and dedication. In short, the doctor is in," said Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
To learn more about Jeong's career, click here. To watch the livestream of the ceremony, see attached video.
