I received an OBE from the Queen, which probably doesn't mean anything in America but is quite nice in England - the Order of the British Empire for services to drama.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
It's such a performance to bring stuff into America. It's a great luxury when I am in England.
It was surreal to think the Queen of England not only knew who I was but thought enough of what I do to give me an award.
I'm married to an American, and although we live in Europe, I think of myself as an honorary American.
The Companion of Honour I regarded as an award from the country for 50 years of work - which I thought was okay.
Lots of people who complained about us receiving the MBE received theirs for heroism in the war - for killing people. We received ours for entertaining other people. I'd say we deserve ours more.
Actually, bizarrely, in America, I get more appreciation from the odd, unusual stuff I've done, almost because I'm not, if you like, famous in America as I am in England.
It's like a badge of honour if you're a British actor and you get the 'Harry Potter' call. It meant a lot to me.
As a Business Ambassador, I am delighted to help both new and established British designers receive the recognition they deserve in the global fashion arena.
The day after the Oscars, I flew back to London to film a television play for Anglia. It was a big mistake because you never really get acknowledged for wanting to work in England, as I did.
I had almost forgotten to tell you that I have already been to the Parliament House; and yet this is of most importance. For, had I seen nothing else in England but this, I should have thought my journey thither amply rewarded.
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