Key Takeaways:
– Chris Hemsworth is the latest actor to be honored on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
– Robert Downey Jr. presented some playful roasts from the OG Avengers, with Chris Evans delivering the funniest.
– Iron Man actor Downey Jr. praised Hemsworth for his personality beyond his Thor character.
– Hemsworth's wife Elsa Pataky, Furiosa co-star Anya Taylor-Joy, and director George Miller attended the ceremony.
– Hemsworth briefly mistook his 2019 handprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre for a Walk of Fame honor.
Chris Hemsworth's Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame
Australian actor Chris Hemsworth, known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe(MCU), received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony had a fun-loving mood, especially when the actor's Marvel co-star Robert Downey Jr. delivered roasts from other original MCU superhero actors. Hemsworth's wife Elsa Pataky, Furiosa co-star Anya Taylor-Joy, and director George Miller were also present at the special event.
Pre-Ceremony Roasts From OG Avengers
The OG Avengers weren't present at the ceremony but showed their affection and camaraderie by sending playful roasts to the star through Downey Jr. Jeremy Renner, known for his role as Hawkeye in the MCU, referred to the “Spiderhead” actor as “absurdly, annoyingly amazing”. Mark Ruffalo, who plays Hulk, humorously called back to a Thor: Ragnarok scene, describing their on-screen relationship as “friends from work”.
Scarlett Johansson, also known as the Black Widow in MCU, addressed Hemsworth as the “sensitive leading lady” in jest. However, it was Chris Evans's one-liner that drew the most laughter. The Captain America actor declared Hemsworth the “second best Chris”, implying he sees himself as the superior Chris among the two.
Downey Jr.'s Heartfelt Praise for Hemsworth
Despite the light-hearted roasting, Downey Jr. took a moment to sincerely express his appreciation for Hemsworth. Beyond the laughs, Downey Jr. praised Hemsworth's endearing persona, referring to him as a “legend” and “remarkable human being”. He extolled Hemsworth's “contagious Aussie charm” and noted that beneath his handsome exterior, Hemsworth carries a “true wit and depth of soul”.
Anecdote from Hemsworth's Past
Interestingly, Hemsworth did not initially understand what a Hollywood Walk of Fame star represented. He humorously recalled mistaking the 2019 MCU handprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood for this prestigious honor.
Hemsworth's Emotional Acknowledgment
In a heartfelt speech, Hemsworth specifically acknowledged his wife, Elsa Pataky. He expressed gratitude for her continual support and for putting her dreams aside to accommodate his. Hemsworth stated that none of his achievements, including this recent honor, would hold any significance without her by his side.
Reflecting on the day's events, Hemsworth certainly has come a long way since his early days in Hollywood. This event marks another milestone in his career, and it was celebrated in the wholesome and entertaining manner befitting the camaraderie among the Avengers stars.
Hemsworth's work can be streamed on Disney+, and his latest movie, Furiosa, is now playing in theaters.
