In 1964, then 27-year-old O'Donnell won the first women's world title at Manly Beach in Sydney.
Her victory set the base for Australia's rich history at the top of women's elite surfing, with the likes of Pam Burridge, Layne Beachley and Stephanie Gilmore thriving in the ensuing years.
O'Donnell's induction was announced by International Surfing Association president Fernando Aguerre on Thursday during the US Open of Surfing at Huntington Beach, California - where the `Walk of Fame' is situated.
"It's pleasing to know that my name will sit alongside other greats who have contributed so much to the sport," O'Donnell said.
"Women's surfing has grown so much over recent years and I'm happy that I've been able to contribute to that growth."
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