1 of 5 | Molly Shannon (C) is joined by Will Ferrell and Connie Britton during an unveiling ceremony honoring her with the 2,850th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles on Monday. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo

June 23 (UPI) -- Will Ferrell helped honor his fellow former Saturday Night Live cast member Molly Shannon at her Hollywood Walk of Fame star dedication ceremony Monday.

Also attending the event was actress Connie Britton and Shannon's family.

"The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that beloved comedian and actress Molly Shannon will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her remarkable body of work and enduring impact on comedy and entertainment have earned her this well-deserved recognition," Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremonies, said in a press release.

"It makes this moment even more special that her star will be placed next to her dear friend and fellow Saturday Night Live alum Will Ferrell, creating a wonderful full-circle tribute to their shared legacy in comedy."