Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom revealed the historic 20th class they will induct at the event; remarkable in both its size and achievements, this class reflects the values of creativity, innovation, and advocacy that the California Hall of Fame has represented for the last two decades.
Launched in 2006, the California Hall of Fame recognizes trailblazing honorees who embody California’s spirit of innovation, and have changed the state, the nation and the world. Inductees are selected annually by the Governor and First Partner for achievements across arts, business, entertainment, food and wine, literature, music, public service, science and sports.
This December, the honorees will be formally enshrined during a ceremony at the California Museum in Sacramento, recognizing the lasting impact of their contributions and the ways they have shaped California and the world.
“20 classes in, the California Hall of Fame continues to showcase that California’s greatest strength is its people,” says Newsom. “This milestone 20th class honors both those who continue to lead and inspire us today and those we have lost, whose legacies live on through the lasting impact they made. Their stories are a powerful reminder that the contributions of extraordinary Californians live on, shaping our state, country, and the generations who will follow.”
In addition to Metallica, amongst the honorees include Huey Lewis, Joni Mitchell, Bonnie Raitt, Robin Williams, Rob and Michele Reiner, and Edward Asner.
“Metallica has called California our home for our entire career,” says the band, who formed in Los Angeles in 1981, “and today, we are honored to share that we will be inducted into the 20th class of the state’s Hall of Fame.”
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