With a vintage recording of “Meet Me in St. Louis” blaring from the speakers and the July sun beaming directly on Delmar, both sides of the street were packed with observers eager to share in a special moment. Emmy-Award nominated actress, singer and bestselling author Jenifer Lewis was the woman of the hour. The Kinloch native was being honored with a star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame.
Emerging from the lobby of the Moonrise Hotel, Lewis appeared visibly overwhelmed as she made her way across the street – where her name is now permanently etched among the St. Louis stars that line the Delmar Loop.
Her signature ruby red lips were open wide with the kind of smile that only pure joy can elicit. Her arms and hands were open wide as if she was giving every one of her fans, supporters, family and friends an imaginary group hug.
St. Louis Walk of Fame inductee Jenifer Lewis taking pictures for the photographers after her induction in the the Walk of Fame Sat. July 13, 2024 in the Delmar Loop. Photo by Wiley Price I St. Louis American
St. Louis Walk of Fame
