Sir Lucian Grainge, the genius behind some of the music industry’s biggest celebrities, was honored with a Star on the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame. Joined by mega star Justin Bieber, along with other remarkable artists like Shawn Mendes, Lionel Richie, and Hailee Steinfeld, the Universal Music Group CEO marked a historic moment in the realm of music. The ceremony, which was live streamed from Los Angeles, took place early this morning, inviting music enthusiasts from all around the world to witness this extraordinary event.
Party: Justin Bieber was accompanied by other music artists to pay tribute to Sir Lucian Grainge, the Chief Executive Officer of Universal Music Group, during a lively gathering in Hollywood on Thursday.
Event: Justin was punctual for the glitzy occasion today, accompanied by his manager, Scooter Braun, amidst a crowd of celebrities.
A treasure trove of experiences: Grainge was bestowed with his prestigious accolade by the talented pop sensation Shawn Mendes and the iconic music maestro Lionel Richie.
Bieber made his grand entrance at the glamourous event alongside his trusted manager, Scooter Braun, in a sleek SUV. Exhibiting his friendly nature, he warmly embraced a familiar staff member from Universal Music Group before proceeding towards the ceremony venue located just outside the prominent Capitol Records building. Opting for a more casual ensemble, Justin donned a comfortable baseball tee along with a pair of his signature Drew brand sweatpants in a delightful mustard hue. To complete his laid-back look, he sported coordinating sneakers and topped it off with a stylish blue beanie.
The entire crew has assembled: The CEO of Universal Music Group happily stood for photos alongside UMG’s talented artists including Loren Gray, Hailee Steinfeld, Tori Kelly, Justin Bieber, Lionel Richie, Sam Smith, and Shawn Mendes outside the iconic Capitol Records building.
Delighted: Bieber whipped out his phone during the event to capture some memorable moments. Bieber and Braun then joined Tori Kelly, who couldn’t stop smiling, as they settled into their seats near the ceremony stage. The three of them watched in admiration as Mendes and Richie gracefully made their way to the podium to give a speech on behalf of Grainge. Mendes, who spoke first, effortlessly exuded a cool vibe with his tousled brown hair. He adorned himself in an all-black outfit that embodied the edgy silhouette reminiscent of 70s rockers.
Women: Grainge, the executive, stood proudly with his two talented female artists, Hailee Steinfeld and Tori Kelly, as they posed together in front of his freshly unveiled star.
The legacy of Grainge spans back to the 1970s, serving as an inspiration for countless artists who followed in their footsteps. During a recent event, Mendes playfully commented on the unexpectedness of addressing Grainge in person, creating a lighthearted atmosphere. The singer admitted to feeling apprehensive when first introduced to the CEO, overwhelmed by his own assumptions about what such a high-ranking executive would be like in person.
Playful: A troupe of creative individuals gathered around Grainge, eagerly posing for a comical photograph.
Stunning: Hailee Steinfeld appeared absolutely breathtaking wearing a chic white jumpsuit while gracefully witnessing the heartfelt ceremony.
Endless Embraces: Bieber seemed to be in high spirits as he stepped out of his car and warmly embraced a familiar employee from UMG.
“Thankfully,” Mendes added, “all those rumors turned out to be false. I soon realized just how much he genuinely loved music.”
After delivering his anxiety-inducing speech, Mendes exchanged handshakes with the grateful executive.
Following that, Lionel Richie took the spotlight and promptly displayed his comedic flair.
“Being recognized as a Star is already challenging for artists…but to be acknowledged as a Star as an executive, you must be a master magician.”
In a laid-back fashion, Bieber opted for a relaxed baseball-inspired t-shirt and his signature Drew brand sweatpants. The audience burst into laughter, prompting Richie to chime in with playful remarks. “Well done, buddy! I can see why this is such a special occasion for you and your loved ones. You know, I adore you beyond words!” After a warm embrace, Richie retreated to his seat amongst the spectators.
Ahead of schedule: Justin made a prompt appearance at the star ceremony, accompanied by his manager Scooter Braun.
Shortly after the speeches wrapped up, Justin, along with other fellow artists, eagerly got up from their chairs to have their pictures taken with Lucian.
Notably, female pop sensations Hailee Steinfeld and Tori Kelly struck playful poses beside the 59-year-old music mogul and his freshly placed star.
After taking individual snapshots, all the artists assembled around Lucian and happily posed for numerous group pictures.