Wigan Council launched its Believe Stars in 2012, with walks of fame on Believe Square in Wigan and Civic Square in Leigh.
The stars are awarded to living people and organisations who have used their platform for good, from major sports stars who have helped shape local sport to medical professionals who have saved lives.
The star is the highest accolade awarded by the council to residents in the borough.
We take a look at the famous faces and organisations which have been awarded stars over the past 12 years.
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Surgeon Kate Fussell receives her star in Believe Square in 20209, watched by friends, family and council officials. She was Wigan’s first female surgeon - and at one time only one of six in the country Photo: Submitted
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Wigan charity Joining Jack, which funds research into Duchenne muscular dystrophy and organises events like Run Wigan Festival, was given a star on Believe Square in 2023. It was founded by former Wigan Warriors star Andy Johnson and wife Alex after their son Jack, pictured front right, was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy Photo: Neil Cross
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Wigan Council unveiled a star in 2021 to recognise the efforts of NHS staff and key workers during the coronavirus pandemic Photo: National World
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Shaun Wane's grandson Teddy, four, took his own picture of his grandad, friends and family at the unveiling of his star. The former Wigan Warriors coach, who won three Super League titles, was honoured with a star on Believe Square in 2019 Photo: Michelle Adamson