Molly Shannon '87 Honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Thursday, Jun 25, 2026

Molly Shannon '87
Molly Shannon '87 at the Hollywood Walk of Fame

On June 22nd, 2026, Molly Shannon '87 (BFA, Drama) was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The SNL star received the 2,850th star on Hollywood Boulevard and was presented the award by Will Ferrell and Connie Britton.

With roles that span across telvision, film, and the stage, Shannon has cemented herself as one of the most beloved and versatile performers in the industry. From shows like SNL to The White Lotus and Only Murders in the Building, classic films like Wet Hot American Summer, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Never Been Kissed, and, of course, Superstar, which brought her beloved Mary Katherine Gallagher character to the big screen.

Shannon graduated from the Tisch Drama department in 1987, and received her Doctor of Fine Arts Degree from the University in 2025 as an NYU Commencement Speaker.

Read more about her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame here!