Michael B. Jordan Receives First Star on Newark Walk of Fame

Award-winning actor and producer Michael B. Jordan has been honored with the first star on the Newark Walk of Fame, celebrating his achievements in film and his continued connection to his hometown.

The ceremony took place during the Newark premiere of Jordan’s latest film, Sinners, held at CityPlex 12—a local theater co-owned by the actor. Though Michael Jordan was unable to attend the event, his parents, sister, and extended family were present to accept the recognition on his behalf, alongside members of the community who have supported his journey.

The event drew prominent local leaders, including Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and city councilman and former hip-hop artist Dupre “Doitall” Kelly, who delivered a formal proclamation celebrating Jordan’s impact on both Hollywood and Newark’s cultural landscape.

“Michael B. Jordan has not only raised the bar in film and storytelling—he has consistently represented Newark with pride,” said Mayor Baraka.

Notable figures in attendance included actors Malik Yoba, J.D. Williams, and Jermel Howard; MTV host Jamila Mustafa; journalist Samson Styles; producer Kim J. Ford; and AllHipHop’s Chuck Creekmur, among others.

While Michael Jordan missed the Newark premiere, he did appear at the New York City premiere of Sinners on April 3 at AMC Lincoln Square in Manhattan. He was joined by his co-stars Hailee Steinfeld, Delroy Lindo, Omar Benson Miller, Li Jun Li, Jayme Lawson, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, and Miles Caton, as well as longtime collaborator and director Ryan Coogler.

“Sinners,” which hits theaters nationwide on April 18, is a supernatural horror film set in the American South during the 1930s. Jordan takes on dual roles as twin brothers who return to their hometown hoping to leave their troubled past behind, only to encounter a far greater evil.

Michael B. Jordan, a Newark native, began his acting career with standout roles in TV series like HBO’s The Wire and NBC’s Friday Night Lights. He rose to film stardom with acclaimed performances in Fruitvale Station, Marvel’s Black Panther and its sequel Wakanda Forever, and the Creed trilogy, where he also made his directorial debut with Creed III.

Jordan’s latest honor in Newark adds to his growing list of accolades and reinforces his role as one of the city’s most celebrated cultural ambassadors.