Chris will receive his star from on Thursday 5th August, at The Lord’s Taverner Eve of Edgbaston dinner at Edgbaston Cricket Ground.

Speaking earlier about the presentation Chris said “I’m absolutely thrilled to be following in the footsteps of several great mates of mine from the Midlands, all of whom I have great respect for. Although I’m actually a Southerner, born and bred in Berkshire, I think I’ve become an honorary Brummie! I love the city and I’ve had a million laughs in Brum over many years. I was in University in Birmingham and then I’ll never forget that, for me, Birmingham was where it all started - firstly on ATV Today as a young, long-haired reporter and then of course on TISWAS. They are proud memories and I’ll always be in debt to the city and the people who gave me my first real break. I’m really looking forward to it; it should be a great night”.

Hailing from Reading, Chris was educated at The Kings School in Worcester and then studied English at the University of Birmingham. He later went on to work at ATV as a newsreader on ATV Today.

From there he rose to fame presenting Tiswas, filmed just off Broad Street in the studios on Gas Street.

Mike Olley, Broad Street Manager, added “We are delighted to welcome Chris Tarrant and honour him on the Broad Street Walk of Star’s. He’s a fantastically talented presenter who deserves a place amongst the other Midland greats that run along our Golden Mile”.

Three times Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Joan Armatrading received her much deserved Walk of Stars honour on Saturday night at Symphony Hall, Broad Street.

In front of a sold out auditorium Joan received her star from the Lord Mayor’s Deputy, Councillor Randal Brew and received a standing ovation from her fans.

The coveted award will be later embedded in Broad Street’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other renowned celebrities. Recent stars have been presented to Julie Walters, Lenny Henry and last month to Beverley Knight.

On receiving her star Joan said: “Thank you very much. I’m very honoured. When you see my star tread carefully!”

In musical terms Joan Armatrading has achieved far more than most performers even dream of - she has constantly played, with some of the finest musicians around. She has received countless gold, platinum and silver discs, she has been nominated for the Brit Award she has been the recipient of a highly coveted Ivor Novello Award, and is one of the few female artists ever to receive an MBE from the Queen.

Three times Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Joan Armatrading will be on Broad Street, Birmingham in May where she will be the next celebrity to receive her much deserved Walk of Stars honour.

Joan will receive the star from the Lord Mayor of Birmingham’s Deputy, Councillor Randal Brew, during her concert on Saturday the 1st May on the stage of Symphony Hall.

The coveted award will be later embedded in Broad Street’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other renowned celebrities. Recent stars have been presented to Julie Walters, Lenny Henry and last month to Beverley Knight.

Speaking earlier Joan said: “I feel very honoured to be given a star on Broad Street. The people of Birmingham are fantastic, what a better place to grow up, and what better place to be awarded a star than your home town. Thank you for thinking of me.”

In musical terms Joan Armatrading has achieved far more than most performers even dream of - she has constantly played, with some of the finest musicians around. She has received countless gold, platinum and silver discs, she has been nominated for the Brit Award she has been the recipient of a highly coveted Ivor Novello Award, and is one of the few female artists ever to receive an MBE from the Queen.

Allan Sartori, Marketing Director, Broad Street Business Improvement District (BID), commented: “We are delighted to welcome Joan and honour her on the Broad Street Walk of Stars. She’s a fantastic musical talent who deserves a place amongst the other Midland greats that run along our Golden Mile”.

Chris Baldock, General Manager, Symphony Hall, commented: “Joan has performed at Symphony Hall a number of times so we are particularly thrilled to host her Walk of Stars presentation. Joan’s music transcends generations – she is surely one of the leading singer-songwriters of this country”.

Beverley received her star infront of a crowd of 400 fans in Symphony Hall, where she also performed her latest single and previous hit, ‘Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda’.

Speaking at the presentation Beverley said: “I am so honoured! To be told that I was going to be given my own star on Broad Street was just fantastic. I’ve had such a lovely experience being awarded with it, it’s so good to see the well-wishers and see how many people care enough to come and see it happen. It’s an incredible feeling..”

The coveted award will be now embedded in Broad Street’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other renowned celebrities. Recent stars have been presented to Julie Walters, Frank Skinner and Lenny Henry.

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Beverley will receive her star and perform her latest single ‘Soul Survivor’ following a question and answer session hosted by Jo Russell from BRMB’s breakfast show.

Now here’s your chance to send your personal congratulations and birthday greetings (for March 22nd) to Beverley which will be presented to her in one card from her Midlands fans during the event.

How to send your messages:
• Via post to 94 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1AU
• Via email to caroline.ashton@broadst.co.uk
• Via facebook – post your message on our wall at www.facebook.com/broadstreetbirmingham
• Via twitter – send your message to @broadstreetbrum

Speaking earlier about being awarded a star Beverley said: “I was so chuffed to find out I was getting a star! For me, being recognised by my own folk is extra special. The Walk of Stars shows that the West Midlands was, and is, a hub of talent, and I hope that continues.”

If you would like complimentary tickets to attend the presentation at 11am and see Beverley perform live on the Symphony Hall stage please send your request via email to caroline.ashton@broadst.co.uk, or via post to 94 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1AU.

The UK’s queen of soul, Beverley Knight will be on Broad Street, Birmingham later this month to be honoured on the city’s Walk of Stars.

Beverley will receive her star from on Saturday the 20th March, at 11am on the stage of Symphony Hall. Following the presentation Beverley will perform her new single ‘Soul Survivor’ and hold a question and answer session hosted by Jo Russell from BRMB’s breakfast show.

The coveted award will be later embedded in Broad Street’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other renowned celebrities. Recent stars have been presented to Julie Walters, Frank Skinner and Lenny Henry.

Speaking earlier about the presentation Beverley said: “I was so chuffed to find out I was getting a star! For me, being recognised by my own folk is extra special. The Walk of Stars shows that the West Midlands was, and is, a hub of talent, and I hope that continues.”

Hailing from Wolverhampton Beverley has amassed substantial record sales over the course of her 15 year career and previously been awarded three MOBO awards and in 2004 she was celebrated at the Urban Music Awards and presented with their Lifetime Achievement honour.

If you would like complimentary tickets to see the presentation please send your request via email to caroline.ashton@broadst.co.uk, or via post to 94 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1AU.

Dudley comedian, writer and actor Lenny Henry is the latest celebrity to be honoured on the Broad Street Walk of Stars.

A crowd of 350 gathered at Jongleurs, Broad Street on Saturday to watch Lenny received his star from Birmingham Lord Mayor, Councillor Michael Wilkes. Following the presentation Lenny held a question and answer session with BRMB’s James Cook.

The coveted award will now be embedded in the city’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other renowned celebrities. Recent stars have been presented to Julie Walters, Frank Skinner and Midland football heroes, including Tony ‘Bomber’ Brown and Ray Graydon.

Speaking at the presentation Lenny said: “This means more to me than winning awards, although the awards are very nice. I am really proud of this, my mum would have been loved this.

“In a year where I’ve won Outstanding Newcomer to Theatre, this isn’t just the cherry on the cake, this is the cake on top of another cake so I thank you for this and I really appreciate it”.

One of the country’s best loved comedians, Lenny was born in Dudley in 1958. His career started in 1975 after appearing on the talent show ‘New Faces’, which he repeatedly won. His career has spanned over three decades and most recently has seen him tour the country in the title role of Othello for which he has received widespread critical acclaim.

The event also helped raised £492 for The Anthony Walker Foundation through a raffle, with all prizes having been donated by local businesses.

Dudley comedian, writer and actor Lenny Henry will be on Broad Street, Birmingham next month to be honoured on the city’s Walk of Stars.

Lenny will receive his star from Birmingham Lord Mayor, Councillor Michael Wilkes whilst in the city headlining ‘Rock With Laughter ‘09’ at the LG Arena. Following the presentation Lenny will hold a question and answer session hosted by BRMB.

The coveted award will be later embedded in Broad Street’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other renowned celebrities. Recent stars have been presented to Julie Walters, Frank Skinner and Midland football heroes, including Tony ‘Bomber’ Brown and Ray Graydon.

Speaking earlier today about the honour, Lenny said: “I am extremely honoured and humbled to accept my place on the Walk of Stars - my mom said ‘If you’re not careful in show business, they’ll walk all over you’ and she was absolutely right. But in a good way. Thank you Birmingham. I salute you….”

One of the country’s best loved comedians, Lenny was born in Dudley in 1958. His career started in 1975 after appearing on the talent show ‘New Faces’, which he repeatedly won. His career has spanned over three decades and most recently has seen him tour the country in the title role of Othello for which he has received widespread critical acclaim.

Lenny’s presentation will take place on Saturday 19th December on Broad Street. If you would like to attend the event at Jongleurs please contact Caroline Ashton via to email caroline.ashton@broadst.co.uk, or post to 94 Broad Street, Birmingham, B15 1AU. Tickets are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Previous admissions from Frank Skinner, Jamelia and Roy Wood show that the stars are now hot property with Birmingham celebs.

Following his attendance at Saturdays Walk of Star event for pal Frank Skinner rumour has been rife that the host of BBC’s ‘The One Show’ and ‘Match of the Day 2’ was also keen to be honoured with a slab on the city’s Golden Mile.

Speaking live on ‘The One Show’ (BBC1) following Frank Skinner’s star presentation, guest Frank revealed that Adrian had said “I can’t believe you got a star before me”. On screening a photo of Frank taken during the presentation Adrian commented “I’ll look even smugger if I ever get one”. He went on to finish the piece on the live show by offering his apologies to the Lord Mayor of Birmingham for haranguing him to give Adrian a star in the near future during the event!

Those that appear on the Broad Street Walk of Stars are voted for by the public. The website www.walkofstars.co.uk hosts the voting for the stars, so if you want to see Adrian included log on and get voting!

Birmingham television personality Gary Newbon will be on Broad Street next month to be honoured by the city’s Walk of Stars.

Gary, who has previously won three awards from the Royal Television Society, will be welcomed by an audience of special guests at the Lord’s Taverners Luncheon on Thursday 10th December at the ICC where he will receive his star from Councillor Mike Whitby, Leader of Birmingham City Council.

The inscribed award will be later embedded in Broad Street’s Walk of Stars alongside those received by other Midland celebrities.

Gary said today: “This is the biggest honour I have received since I arrived in Birmingham 38 years ago.

“I have always strived to promote the City both on the television screens at a national and local level and on a personal front. I would not want to list what I have done on and off screen – that is for others to do – but while I have done my best for Birmingham it may not be quite as much as the City has done for me over the years. It changed my life and I will always be grateful.

“Although I now work for Sky Sports I still live in the area and continue to promote this great City. London is a fine capital, but it could do more to recognise what Birmingham has to offer. It is still a disgrace that the National Stadium is not at the NEC. As the presenter of the first bid I shuddered at the reasons for not picking it. I won and lost some TV battles in my role as Controller of Sport for Central, but I fought all the way.

“At least now in the future they can come and visit us and say they have walked all over me for the first time on Broad Street. Thank you Birmingham. It is a fantastic honour for my family and myself”.

Gary Newbon joined ATV (later Central Television) in Birmingham in 1971 as the sports presenter. He continued to present until he left in August 2004 to join Sky Sports. He also made his mark in radio as a regular host on Talksport for nine years.

He later became Controller of Sport for Central Television and developed a whole range of local sports programmes and talent both in front of the camera and behind the scenes – many of these people are now involved in network shows. Gary also brought ITV’s network football coverage to the Birmingham studios.

Gary continues to live in the Birmingham area and has been actively involved in many local charities and community activities helping to raise funds. He is President of Lord’s Taverners in the West Midlands region, and honorary member of the Variety Club of Great Britain and a national patron for the Deaf/Blind Charity. Gary is currently one of the major supporters of Birmingham’s bid to be a future World Cup venue.