John DeBella Philadelphia Walk of Fame Induction
John DeBella officially has his plaque on the Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame on the Avenue of the Arts in Center City. The PMA celebrated their first class of…
John with his Walk of Fame plaque.
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaJohn DeBella officially has his plaque on the Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame on the Avenue of the Arts in Center City.
The PMA celebrated their first class of inductions since before the Covid-19 pandemic on Thursday afternoon outside the University of the Arts, followed by their ceremonial gala at Vie on Broad Street.
The official announcement came in February.
Philadelphians can now celebrate DeBella's career whenever they walk by the corner of Broad and Pine and see his sidewalk plaque as part of Radio Row.
Joan Jett sent a message for the Gala to congratulate John on his induction.
PMA Walk of Fame Inductees
The Walk of Fame along the Avenue of the Arts extends along Broad St. between Walnut and Spruce. It honors Philadelphia area musicians and music professionals who have made a significant contribution to the world of music.
The 2023 inductions will also include Leslie Odom Jr., Governor Ed Rendell, the Bacon Brothers (Michael and Kevin), the Tymes, Patty Jackson, and James DePriest. Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell also received a special award.
Past inductions include timeless local legends like Joan Jett (1996), Daryl Hall and John Oates (1993), Todd Rundgren (1989), and Jim Croce (1988).
DeBella has spent over years with MGK and over 40 in the Philadelphia radio market. He called the induction the greatest honor of his career.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaThe Philadelphia Music Alliance exists to preserve the rich cultural history of the city of Philadelphia.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaJohn unveils his plaque along the sidewalk on Broad Street.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaDeBella's plaque can be found near the corner of Broad St. and Pine St. in Center City.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaJohn DeBella, Steve Vassalotti & WMGK Program Director Bill Weston.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaThe University of the Arts in Center City.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaThe inductions took place on the steps outside the University of the Arts.
Walk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaThe Philadelphia Music Alliance inducted their first class since 2019.
John DeBella has arrived!
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaWMGK In The House
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaJohn DeBella give his speech, kicking it off and ending it with a joke.
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaCongrats John!
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaLeslie Odom Jr. and John DeBella
Lora Lewis for BBGI PhiladelphiaWalk of Fame Induction- John DeBella
Rachel Pitts for BBGI PhiladelphiaJohn with his Walk of Fame plaque.
