Eugene Levy He said he was “shocked” to receive the star. Hollywood Walk of Fame.
“I would like to say that it was kind of an emotional day for me, hearing very kind words from people I love.” Schitt's Creek the star spoke to ET's Denny Directo after Friday's event. He said, “I was shocked when I heard that. It was kind of fun to get out here and go through this.”
The actor and comedian said he never expected such an honor when he debuted in comedy, and for a long time all his mind was thinking was, “Where's my next job?”
But after more than 50 years in the industry and four Emmy Awards, those concerns were put to rest. In fact, Levy has something fun lined up for his next performance. Murder in the building Reuniting with fellow comedy icons for the upcoming fourth season. martin short and steve martin A popular mystery comedy series.
Although he said he couldn't tease much about his character, Levy said he was excited to join the star-studded cast. Meryl Streep and selena gomezfurthermore Companions Season 4 Newcomers Eva Longoria, Molly Shannon, Kumail Nanjiani.
“It's cool. Marty and I go back forever and Steve and I have done a lot of movies together and we're looking forward to it,” he shared with ET. “We've already started filming and it's amazing. It's such an amazing show and it feels pretty good just to have their favorite guest list be a part of it.”
The levy is It was commemorated in a Walk of Fame ceremony. His daughter Sarah Levy also starred in the speech. Schitt's Creek Twyla Sands, a bubbly waitress and longtime co-star Catherine O'Hara.
When the notoriously private comedian took the stage, he choked up thanking his family and friends for their support, giving a special shout-out to his wife of nearly 50 years, Deb.
“Here’s the irony: I’m not the fun one in my family,” he said emotionally. “The medal belongs to my wife Deb, but I got the star. Think about it.”
“But what I do know is that you can’t make it to the stars of Hollywood Boulevard without someone helping you,” he continued. “And Deb, you’ve had mine for 47 years, so I wouldn’t have a star without you today.”
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