Dennis Hopper gets French Legion of Honor
Dennis Hopper has been named a commander in the French Legion of Honor. They award commissions to just anybody, don’t they? Oh wait, it’s an honorary title. That would explain the "of Honor" part.
The 72-year-old actor was visibly moved as he received France’s most prestigious prize, the French order des Arts et des Lettres, at a ceremony in Paris on Monday, the AP reports. It’s not like he’s ever been known for emoting or anything.
Meanwhile, the Cinematique Francaise in Paris is opening an exhibit on Hopper this week, "Dennis Hopper and the New Hollywood," which will run through January 19. As part of the agreement, he will have to wear his new medal the entire time the exhibit is open.
[Photo: AP]
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Dennis Hopper is amazing! He has done so many films and seems to never stop. Last month alone I believe he had at least 4 movies come out. That’s not even taking into consideration the fact he goes and promotes all these films, paints, plays poker and likes to attend all the coolest events. He just doesn’t let up! I have him on my GPS even. I got his voice from a company called Navtones.com and I love it. It is the real him and they do other voices such as Mr. T, Kim Cattrall, Gary Busey… all the real celebrities. Dennis Hopper, go take a holiday!
Posted by: Slipstream | October 13, 2008 at 08:27 PM