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  • 26 Oct 16

Watch: Hugh Laurie Gains a Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Watch: Hugh Laurie Gains a Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Caitlyn Stewart
Caitlyn Stewart

"I sort of half thought someone was joking"

Best known for is role as Dr. Gregory House, British actor and musician Hugh Laurie received a Hollywood star on Tuesday.

Hugh stood beside comedy partner, Stephen Fry, as the ceremony took place on Los Angeles' Hollywood Boulevard this past week. He is among Marlon Brandon, Frank Sinatra, and Marilyn Monroe who have also been honoured with a star. The Hollywood Walk of Fame acknowledges over 2,500 celebrity achievements - including some fictional characters such as Bugs Bunny and Snow White.

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Watch Hugh Laurie's reaction for yourself in the video below.

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