Tupac honoured with star in Hollywood

LOS ANGELES - Slain rap legend Tupac Shakur was honoured with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, almost three decades after the best-selling artist was gunned down in a drive-by shooting.

The ceremony paid tribute to a rapper who died at age 25 after a brief but spectacular career, in which he went from backup dancer to self-styled gangsta and one of the most influential figures in hip-hop.

"It fills my heart with honour to stand here today representing the Shakur family," said Shakur's sister Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur at the unveiling in Los Angeles.

"Tupac knew deep down that he was always meant for something great. And as his little sister, I had the privilege to watch that greatness unfold."

Known for his emotionally intense lyrics and on-stage flair, Shakur sold more than 75 million records, with hits including "California Love" and "Changes."

Shakur also became a key figure in a vaunted rivalry, egged on by promoters, between East Coast and West Coast hip-hop.

The circumstances of Shakur's death remain murky. 

Shakur and his mother are the subjects of the television documentary series "Dear Mama: The Saga of Afeni and Tupac Shakur."