John Barrowman has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday honours.
The Star of ‘Doctor Who’ and ‘Torchwood’ was acknowledged for his services to entertainment and charity.
Barrowman, who is currently in Australia appearing at the fan convention Supernova, described the award as one of proudest days of his life.
“It’s been the hardest thing for me to keep this a secret, but I’m glad it’s out now, because this is probably one of the proudest days of my life.
The fact that I am able to celebrate it with my husband Scott, the fact that my parents are still here to celebrate it with me.
Barrowman shared his joy in a video blog where he also acknowledged that despite his US accent, he considered Scotland and England to be his home.
“I can’t tell you how honoured I am to get this MBE, to be recognised by Her Majesty, and also by the United Kingdom, because that’s where I consider my home.
“Proud to be Scottish, proud to be part of Great Britain, and proud to accept this honour.”
Barrowman was born in Scotland but moved to the United States when he was eight years old. His first career break was in the United Kingdom when he starred in the music ‘Anything Goes’ opposite Elaine Paige in 1989. Since then the actor has developed a career in film, television and theatre in both the UK and the US.
His television credits include the British shows ‘Doctor Who’ and it’s spin off ‘Torchwood’ where he played Captain Jack Harkness. In the US he starred in the series ‘Central Park West’ and can currently been seen in the series ‘Arrow’. Barrowman has appeared in films including ‘De-Lovely’ and ‘The Producers’. He appeared in musicals in the West End and on Broadway.
Watch John’s video below.
