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Prince William Reveals Favourite TV Shows and Films While Giving Gary Oldman Knighthood
Gary Oldman was honoured for his versatile acting career including his Oscar-winning role as Winston Churchill, receiving a knighthood at the King’s Birthday Honours ceremony.
- On Tuesday, Oscar-winning actor Sir Gary Oldman received a knighthood at Windsor Castle, invested by Prince William, Prince of Wales, as part of the King's Birthday Honours for services to drama.
- Across more than 47 years, Gary Oldman's career includes an Oscar-winning portrayal of Sir Winston Churchill and his 1997 directorial debut Nil By Mouth.
- Prince William told Sir Gary Oldman `I just want to give you a good wash`, a remark Oldman later recounted; `Asked if he would consider returning as Sirius Black if he was asked, Sir Gary said` he was too old for the role.
- Speaking after the investiture, Sir Gary Oldman said he felt very honoured, humbled, and flattered, and described the knighthood as surpassing his Oscar, stating it 'pales in comparison' to this honor.
- Oldman said he is intrigued to watch the new Harry Potter TV series and might consider playing Dumbledore, while the Princess of Wales took Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis to watch filming last Friday.
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