Canadian actress Rachel McAdams marked a major milestone in her storied career on January 20, 2026, when she was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the 2,833rd in the iconic landmark’s history. The ceremony, held on Hollywood Boulevard, was punctuated by deeply personal moments that underscored the importance of family and support behind the spotlight.
At the ceremony, McAdams, 47, delivered an emotional speech in which she paid tribute to her longtime partner, screenwriter Jamie Linden, describing him as her “North Star.” The couple, together since 2016, share two children and have long kept their private life out of the public eye,
The heartfelt acknowledgment came amid praise from friends and collaborators, including director Sam Raimi and actor Domhnall Gleeson, who celebrated McAdams’ versatility and enduring impact on film. The actress also thanked her parents, Lance and Sandra McAdams, crediting them with encouraging her acting dreams from a young age and helping shape the performer she is today.
McAdams’ career has spanned over two decades, with memorable roles in films like Mean Girls, The Notebook, and Spotlight, earning her both critical acclaim and a devoted global fan base. The Walk of Fame honor comes just days before the release of her latest film, Send Help, directed by Raimi and starring Dylan O’Brien.
While McAdams has usually guarded her private life, this rare and public tribute to Linden highlighted both her personal and professional journey, celebrating a bond that has sustained her through the highs of Hollywood success and the quiet joys of family life.
