Roger gets star on Walk of Fame

Post by **carl stromberg** » Fri Oct 12, 2007 9:03 pm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7040958.stm

Moore gets star on Walk of Fame

Sir Roger Moore said he was "thrilled" with the accolade
James Bond actor Sir Roger Moore has been honoured with a star on the Walk of Fame in Hollywood, Los Angeles.
The plaque is located in front of 7007 Hollywood Boulevard - a nod to the British veteran's most famous role.

"I've had a love affair with Hollywood for many, many years," said Sir Roger, who turns 80 this weekend.

The actor - who appeared in seven James Bond films in 12 years, beginning with Live and Let Die in 1973 - described unveiling his star as "a big thrill".

He was joined at the ceremony by his wife Kristina, daughter Deborah and sons Geoffrey and Christian.

Also present was actor Richard Kiel, who played Sir Roger's villainous nemesis Jaws in The Spy Who Loved Me and Moonraker.

Hart to Hart actress Stefanie Powers and Sir Roger's Live and Let Die co-star David Hedison were the guest speakers.

Former co-star Richard Kiel (left) came to show his support
Sir Roger, now a Unicef goodwill ambassador, told reporters his advancing years had forced him to relinquish his secret agent role.

"Sadly, I had to retire from the Bond films," he said. "The girls were getting younger, or I was just getting too old."

Sir Roger's is the 2,350th star to be unveiled on Hollywood Boulevard, according to the actor's website.

Born on 14 October 1927, he began his acting career as an extra in the 1940s before studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts.

His other famous roles include Ivanhoe, Simon Templar in The Saint and Lord Brett Sinclair in The Persuaders.

Pierce Brosnan, who appeared in four Bond films between 1995 and 2002, is the only other 007 actor to have been honoured on the Walk of Fame.

Post by **Skywalker** » Sat Oct 13, 2007 10:48 am

Fully deserved.

Many happy returns to Sir Rog who turns 80 Tomorrow.

Post by **Dr. No** » Sun Oct 14, 2007 7:34 pm

nice!

7007 Hollywood Boulevard

Pierce Brosnan, who appeared in four Bond films between 1995 and 2002, is the only other 007 actor to have been honoured on the Walk of Fame.

really? I surprised SC hasn't got a star

James1090 · Post by **James1090** » Mon Oct 15, 2007 7:25 pm

Congrats to Roger Moore. I find it funny that the two bonds that get bashed for being more of an overtop bond are the only two with a star.

I am suprised that Sean Connery hasn't gotten one, well maybe he will in the future.

Post by **007** » Mon Oct 15, 2007 9:00 pm

I think one of our US members should buy a can of polish and keep Rog's star nice and shiny.

Post by **Skywalker** » Wed Oct 17, 2007 3:38 pm

007 wrote:I think one of our US members should buy a can of polish and keep Rog's star nice and shiny.

It makes you wonder if anyone has ever done that before with other celebrity stars.

Gary Seven · Post by **Gary Seven** » Wed Oct 17, 2007 7:21 pm

This pic would make a great poster.

Post by **Dr. No** » Fri Oct 19, 2007 3:14 am

Gary Seven wrote:

This pic would make a great poster.

Both look better than I thought they would!

I wonder how many boxes Roger is standin on ?