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Big Boy has done it all in radio, and his contributions to Hip Hop make him a legend in both fields. Now, the icon is being recognized for all his hard work.

Leon Bennett/Getty Images, Dave Benett/WireImage Dr. Dre To Introduce Hip Hop Radio Legend Big Boys Hollywood Star Published on:Sep 7, 2021, 11:54 AM by 0 Legendary Hip Hop radio host Big Boyscontributions to the game have spanned almost 30 years, and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerceis celebrating him in a major way. On Wednesday (September 8), Big Boy will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and for the ceremony, legendary producer Dr. Drewill present the award to one of his closest friends. The special event is also taking place on Big Boys 52nd birthday, with the star being dedicated in the category of radio at 6212 in front of Amoeba Music. Big Boy is L.A.s pride and joy and a hero to his listeners. We are thrilled to honor him on his special birthday and welcome him to our Walk of Fame family, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame Ana Martinez said. View this post on Instagram The 51-year-old put in over 20 years at Power 106 and before that, he was DJing parties and served as a bodyguard for the 90s Hip Hop group The Pharcyde. Today hes the host of Big Boys Neighborhood on iHeart Medias Real 92.3 Big Boy is a decorated disc jockey and has won awards including Radio Music Awards Personality of the Year four times. He has also received that same honor eight times from Radio and Records Media. The National Association of Broadcasters has also awarded Big Boy the Marconi Award three times. He was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2015. Theres no stopping Big Boys hustle which is a testament to his decades-long journey in radio. He is launching a new show called After Hours with Big Boy , featuring celebrity guests in the hot seat on October 7. The show will be interactive and allow fans to join in on the experience live. Read more