Deborah Cox, Tatiana Maslany thrilled to be honoured by Canada's Walk of Fame
Some of Canada's biggest and brightest stars united to honour Deborah Cox, Jully Black, Tatiana Maslany and The Tragically Hip at the annual Canada's Walk of Fame gala on December 3. MORE: All the highlights from the Artists for Peace and Justice Gala at TIFF 2022etalk's Traci Melchor and iHeartRadio's Jamar McNeil co-hosted the bash, which was held at Toronto's Beanfield Centre and featured more than 800 guests, including some of the country's most well-known and recognizable celebrities. Keep reading to see some of the biggest highlights from the event! Deborah Cox showing off her Canada's Walk of Fame star. Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameTynomi Banks and Jada Shada Hudson of Canada's Drag Race helped induct Deborah by joining GRAMMY nominees Melanie Fiona and Glenn Louis to perform a medley of her biggest hits. RELATED: Jully Black and Kathy Hunter reveal how The Amazing Race Canada strengthened their bond Tatiana Maslany was all smiles as she was recognized during the gala. Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameJason Priestley appeared via video message to congratulate She-Hulk and Orphan Black star Tatiana for getting a star on Canada's Walk of Fame. The Tragically Hip's Rob Baker (centre, at microphone) as joined by bandmate Paul Langlois (second left) and Mike and Patrick Downie, brothers of late singer Gord Downie, as the band was recognized for its social and environmental work. Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameLegendary singer/songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie honoured The Tragically Hip, while Canadian Olympic legends Andre De Grasse and Donovan Bailey also took part in some very special tributes. Andre recognized late former Grey Cup and Stanley Cup champion Lionel Conacher, who also went on to become a member of Ontario's parliament. Donovan sang one of The Tragically Hip's biggest hits while helping induct them. Jully Black and several of the 2021 inductees were also in attendance to be honoured, since the coronavirus pandemic meant there was no gala held last year. Jully, considered by many critics as one of Canada's all-time greatest singers, received her Walk of Fame star at the event, too. Jully was thrilled to receive her star! Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameRELATED: The best moments from the 2022 JUNOsMORE: See some gorgeous portraits from the 2022 Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards It was great to see two of the country's greatest Olympians at the Canada's Walk of Fame gala! Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameHamilton-based group Arkells also won this year's Allan Slaight Music Impact for their career success, and Canadian-Ukrainian businessman James Temerty was recognized for his philanthropy. Legendary Canadian comedy festival Just for Laughs also received a special tribute from The Daily Show and Crazy Rich Asians star Ronny Chieng. Arkells have won multiple JUNOs throughout their career, and the Allan Slaight Music Impact award from the Canada's Walk of Fame gala adds to their acclaim. Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameDirector X, known for his incredible work on more than 100 music videos for the likes of Justin Bieber, Drake, Rihanna, One Direction and many others since the late 1990s, was also recognized with a star. Director X has helmed more than 100 music videos throughout his decades-long career. Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FamePeter Mansbridge, Lisa LaFlamme and Amanda Lang paid tribute to broadcaster Barbara Frum, and Margaret Atwood was on hand to honour Heather Reisman, CEO of the Indigo Books and Music retail chain. Margaret honoured Heather, while Peter and Lisa recognized late fellow journalist Barbara Frum. Photo: © George Pimentel/Canada's Walk of FameCongratulations to all the honourees!
