The Isley Brothers’ legacy has already been cemented in Hollywood; however, today they’ve received their long-awaited star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, honoring a career that has shaped the sound of R&B, soul, funk, and popular music for more than six decades.
Few acts have influenced generations the way The Isley Brothers have. From early classics like Shout to timeless hits such as This Old Heart of Mine, Between the Sheets, and Contagious, their catalog has remained a blueprint for Black music, sampled, celebrated, and continuously rediscovered by new audiences.
Standing before fans, family, and fellow supporters, Ronald Isley reflected on the moment with humility and gratitude.
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“I want to thank our Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ,” he began. “Standing here and looking… at all you wonderful fans… I want to thank all of our fans, each and every one.”
Ronald emphasized the remarkable longevity of their journey. “We’ve been doing this for… 67 years,” he said. “And God bless you all. God bless every one of you.”
It was a celebration of endurance, family, and cultural impact. Ronald also acknowledged those who helped bring the moment together, along with loved ones in attendance.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” he said, shouting out family members, including his children, grandchildren, and wife. “Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.”
His brother Ernie Isley followed with his own heartfelt remarks, calling the honor almost impossible to put into words.
“This is… like an honor that’s unspeakable,” Ernie said. “I really don’t have the words for it.”
He credited faith as a guiding force in the group’s ability to stay united and inspired across generations.
“I’d like to thank the Lord for extending to the Isley Brothers and the Isley family His divine grace… that helped us stay together, helped us with the inspiration of the music,” he shared.
Ernie also took time to honor the full lineage of the group, acknowledging the original quartet, Kelly, Jr., Rudolph, Ronald, and Vernon, and the later additions that expanded their sound and legacy, including Marvin Isley and Chris Jasper.
“You all have been wonderful,” he said. “God bless each and every one of you.”
In a touching closing moment, Ernie also highlighted the importance of community and history, referencing Sylvia Robinson, often called the godmother of rap, and expressing interest in ensuring her story continues to be told.
Now, their name sits permanently on Hollywood Boulevard, a reminder that the sound they created will always have a home in American music history.
