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Prince Andrew has relinquished his royal titles amid controversy, with mixed local reactions; some support changing street names associated with him due to recent allegations, while others see the titles as insignificant.
José Ramírez will have a street named after him in Cleveland, marking the first time an active athlete has received such an honor in the city. The dedication will be followed by a free baseball clinic for youth, and Ramírez's team, the Guardians, are playing a sold-out game against the Texas Rangers.
Paris commemorates the 77th birthday of late rock icon David Bowie by naming a street after him in the city’s southeast, where the inauguration of rue David Bowie was announced in 2020. The new street, situated between two modern office buildings, will connect to the future bridge linking the avenue to boulevard de l’Hopital, near Austerlitz train station and Pitie-Salpetriere Hospital. The tribute celebrates Bowie’s first Paris performance in 1965 and his lasting impact on music, fashion, and culture, reflecting the ongoing transformation of the district.
The City of Oakland has honored the late rapper Tupac Shakur by unveiling "Tupac Shakur Way" during a star-studded ceremony near Lake Merritt. The street renaming was spearheaded by Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa, and attended by family members, former collaborators, and fans. Speakers at the event highlighted Shakur's influence on Oakland and hip-hop culture, emphasizing his importance as an artist and activist. The street naming follows a trend of honoring beloved hip-hop legends in recent years. Shakur's legacy has been revisited through various commemorations, including a Hulu series and the recent arrest of a suspect in his 1996 murder.
Baltimore honored actor André De Shields by renaming the 1800 block of Division Street as André De Shields Way. De Shields, a triple threat in the entertainment industry with Tony, Grammy, and Emmy awards, grew up in Baltimore and expressed gratitude for his hometown's support. The renaming ceremony took place as part of the city's preparation for Artscape, an outdoor arts festival. De Shields hopes that his day marks the beginning of Baltimore's renaissance. Despite his age, his career continues to gain momentum, and he plans to celebrate his special day by partying.
The corner of Ludlow and Rivington in New York City's Lower East Side has been officially renamed Beastie Boys Square, with Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz and Michael "Mike D" Diamond in attendance. The intersection was immortalized on the cover of the Beastie Boys' 1989 album "Paul's Boutique." After years of efforts, the New York City Council approved the name change, leading to a ceremony where Ad-Rock and Mike D expressed their gratitude to fans and council members. They also paid tribute to their late bandmate, Adam "MCA" Yauch. The renaming of the square is seen as a lasting legacy for future generations to discover and question the significance of the Beastie Boys.