John Denver honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A musical tribute was part of the ceremony Friday as the late John Denver was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The American folk and bluegrass band, Trampled By Turtles, played one of Denver's iconic tunes, "Annie's Song."

Denver's 30-year career includes a long list of hits including "Rocky Mountain High" and "Thank God I'm a Country Boy."

Denver's son, Zak Deutschendorf, and daughter, Jesse Belle Denver, accepted the star, which is located at 7065 Hollywood Blvd.

The singer was a champion of environmental causes. His work continues today through his organization, the Windstar Foundation.

He was killed in a plane crash in 1997 at the age of 53.

City News Service contributed to this report.