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3 Jun, 2014

Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Vandross is honored posthumously with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame under the category of Recording. Leron Gubler, President of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce:

We are honored to hold this dedication for a very special performer whose music will resonate for all time.

LUTHER VANDROSS HONORED POSTHUMOUSLY WITH HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME STAR

8 Feb, 2004

Wins Grammy

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Vandross and Beyonce wins the Grammy for Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals for The Closer I Get To You.

26 Feb, 1997

Wins Grammy

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Vandross wins the Grammy for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for Your Secret Love.

26 May, 1994

Luther Vandross interview

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Vandross is interviewed by Hall on The Arsenio Hall Show. They talk about congratulating him on being skinny and Vandross expresses how sad he is to see Hall’s show leave the network.

People love this man so unconditionally, he’s been apart of our lives and done so much for us…you know I’m sad, but I know you and you know me and I’m happy for you at the same time. I’m sad to see you go because America is gonna have a big chunk missing out of this.

25 Feb, 1992

Wins Grammy

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Vandross wins the Grammy for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male for Power Of Love, and Best Rhythm & Blues Song for Power Of Love/Love Power.

20 Feb, 1991

Wins Grammy

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Vandross wins the Grammy Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male for Here And Now.