BBC News reports that Gervais said he was “humbled” to have his star in a place that “celebrates the dreamers and doers of the industry,” and that his success was a mix of “luck, persistence, and a little bit of pushing against the tide.”

Actor, comedian, filmmaker and legendary Golden Globes host Ricky Gervais was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Friday.

Ricky Gervais was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and took the opportunity to poke fun at several stars who have previously been honored with a spot on the boulevard, including Michael Ja