HAMILL GETS HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME HONOUR

Mark Hamill has a new star, and it’s not in a galaxy far, far away. Instead, the legendary Star Wars veteran was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, marking a special milestone for the actor.

Best known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the hit series, the 66-year-old honoree was joined by co-star, Harrison Ford, and director George Lucas, along with robot R2-D2 in front of Los Angeles’ El Capitan Theatre.

“These will be brief remarks because words truly fail me. It’s hard to convey my gratitude, my joy, the exhilaration of being recognised this way. I haven’t been this speechless since The Force Awakens (2015),” Hamill said. “If it weren’t for the public, I’d be nowhere. From Jedi to Joker and back again, it’s been a fantastic ride. Thank you so much and may the force be with each and every one of you,” he added. Ford, who played the character of Han Solo in the series, remembered late actor Carrie Fisher, who portrayed the role of Princess Leia, and died in December 2016. “When thinking about today, I was really sorry we don’t have the other member of our trio to celebrate with us, but I feel her presence,” Ford said.

Fisher’s daughter Billie Lourd was also present at the ceremony along with Kelly Marie Tran, who featured in recently released The Last Jedi. Lucas praised the actor and said: “Mark Hamill is a character that can’t be

written.”

PHOTO: DANNY MOLOSHOK/REUTERS The legendary Star Wars veteran is best known for his role as Luke Skywalker