Harrison Ford teared up as he emotionally accepted the Life Achievement honor at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.
The 83-year-old star – who was accompanied by doting wife Calista Flockhart during the festivities – gave a sweet tribute to the actress whom he tied the knot with in 2010.
Ford was presented the special award by close friend Woody Harrelson, who described the Star Wars alum as an ‘iconic actor’ that has ‘an indescribable energy he brings to everything he does.’
At one point, Ford expressed gratitude to his ‘extraordinary, beautiful wife’ as well as his family.
The camera quickly jumped to the Ally McBeal actress as she lovingly watched her husband on stage with tears in her eyes.
‘Who have given me love and courage through all of it,’ he continued as the star-studded audience broke out into applause.
Harrison Ford, 83, teared up as he emotionally accepted the Life Achievement honor at the 32nd Annual Actor Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday
areer in the entertainment career and called himself a ‘lucky guy.’
Calista Flockhart dotes on husband Harrison Ford at Actor Awards during rare red carpet appearance
‘I feel incredibly grateful for this kind attention, but to be clear, I’m also quite humbled,’ he began.
‘I’m in a room of actors, many of whom are here because they’ve been nominated to receive a prize for their amazing work,’ the actor said, before jokingly adding, ‘Well, I’m here to receive a prize for being alive.’
He continued to make the audience laugh as he explained that it felt strange to receive such an award at the ‘half point’ in his career.
‘I’m still a working actor,’ he continued during his moving, seven-minute speech.
Ford explained that his career in Hollywood did not come easy and ‘struggled’ for many years.
He then
Ford was presented the special award by close friend Woody Harrelson , who described the Star Wars alum as an ‘iconic actor’ that has ‘an indescribable energy he brings to everything he does’
Shortly before stepping onto the stage, Ford and Flockhart were seen also sharing a loving kiss
‘I feel incredibly grateful for this kind attention, but to be clear, I’m also quite humbled,’ he began
‘I’m in a room of actors, many of whom are here because they’ve been nominated to receive a prize for their amazing work,’ the actor said, before jokingly adding, ‘Well, I’m here to receive a prize for being alive’
Ford paused with tears in his eyes before recalling how he had been ‘a little lost’ in college before coming across ‘the company of people putting on plays, storytellers, people I once thought were misfits and geeks turned out to be my people.’
He discovered that his passion was through the magic of ‘storytelling’ and added with emotion that ‘the work I do with other actors is one of the great joys of my life.’
The Blade Runner star also talked about the ‘incredible’ people he has worked and collaborated with during his career.
‘It’s been a tough business to get into and a tough business to get out of, thank God,’ he quipped, causing the audience – who also had tears in their eyes – to let out laughs.
‘Sometimes we make entertainment, sometimes we make art. Sometimes we’re lucky to make them both at the same time, and if we’re really fortunate, we also get to make a living doing it.’
Ford added that ‘success in this business brings a certain freedom that comes with responsibility to support each other.
‘To lift others up when we can, to keep the door open for the next kid, the next lost boy who’s looking for a place to belong.’
The star took a second to pause and after letting out a deep breath, he admitted that he was ‘indeed a lucky guy.’
‘Lucky to have found my people, lucky to have work that challenges me, lucky to still be doing it. And I don’t take that for granted.’
He discovered that his passion was through the magic of ‘storytelling’ and added with emotion that ‘the work I do with other actors is one of the great joys of my life’
‘Lucky to have found my people, lucky to have work that challenges me, lucky to still be doing it. And I don’t take that for granted,’ he added
In conclusion, Ford also shared his gratitude to SAG-AFTRA for the Life Achievement honor and humorously added that it was ‘very encouraging’
The couple celebrated Ford’s special honor with a kiss as the crowd applauded during the ceremony
In conclusion, Ford also shared his gratitude to SAG-AFTRA for the Life Achievement honor and humorously added that it was ‘very encouraging.’
He then proudly picked up the award as the audience jumped to their feet to give the Hollywood actor a roaring applause.
Ford has taken on a number of roles over the years such as the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchise.
Other projects he has starred in are Apocalypse Now (1979), Blade Runner (1982), The Fugitive (1993) as well as the series Shrinking.
Harrelson presented his ‘buddy’ Ford the honor with a speech that highlighted his achievements not just in entertainment but in his personal life as well.
‘I’m here to celebrate one of the greatest actors of all time, who has made so many classic films and among his peers he is truly and deeply beloved… Leo DiCaprio – sorry!’ he joked.
‘Harrison Ford,’ he quickly amended as the camera cut to Ford laughing along with the crowd.
‘Harrison, you have more talent in your little finger than I have in my little finger,’ Harrelson added.
Harrelson presented his ‘buddy’ Ford the honor with a speech that highlighted his achievements not just in entertainment but in his personal life as well
‘Harrison, you have more talent in your little finger than I have in my little finger,’ Harrelson added
In response, the Star Wars actor lifted up his pinkie into the air followed by a swift nod.
‘Of all the actors in the world, you’re one of them! Everyone in this industry knows you,’ the True Detective star continued, causing the crowd to laugh again as Ford lifted his eyebrows at the speech.
Harrelson then joked how he had not been Ford’s first choice to present the honor, but was below Helen Mirren and Kamala Harris who could not do it.
Some of Harrelson’s jokes drew a few laughs which caused the star to humorously say that he was addressing a ‘tough’ crowd.
Elsewhere, he applauded Ford’s ‘timeless’ performances and added that projects are ‘in the hands of a master’ when he takes on a role.
Elsewhere, he applauded Ford’s ‘timeless’ performances and added that projects are ‘in the hands of a master’ when he takes on a role
After a montage of the star’s movies played, Harrelson said, ‘I realize there is too much of me in this tribute to Harrison, but I’m an actor. What do you expect?
‘And I have a dual purpose to honor my friend, the esteemed living legend, Harrison Ford, and to discourage any other friend of mine asking me to do this again.’
He then excitedly gave a final shout out to his ‘dear buddy’ before Ford strolled to the stage.
Ford showed his appreciation to Harrelson and quipped, ‘Thank you for that restricted introduction.’ He also added that he is ‘proud’ to call Harrelson his friend.