Los Angeles, Oct 1 (NationPress) Acclaimed actor Gary Oldman expressed feeling deeply moved when he received his recent knighthood from Prince William.

The 67-year-old star was granted this prestigious honour, and he described the moment as being emotionally overwhelming, according to a report by ‘Female First UK’.

In a video shared on his Instagram, the Oscar-winning actor stated, "When it was time to approach, it was challenging to find my voice, really. I was very moved by it, yeah. I had thought winning an Oscar was a significant achievement, but then coming here..."

As reported by ‘Female First UK’, Oldman reflected on the role of luck in his career.

He explained, "I'm fortunate to be doing what I love. I believe it's the best job in the world. I've experienced incredible luck. I spent around ten years in theatre, followed by a few TV films, and then I was unexpectedly drawn into movies. It was all accidental. None of it was pre-planned. Recognition for my work is a bonus and something I seldom think about."

During their discussion, Prince William admitted to being a fan of Oldman's performances. The actor shared with ITV, "He mentioned The Fifth Element and Churchill of Darkest Hour. He expressed joy about presenting me with this honour. He’s indeed a fan.”

The London-born star conveyed feeling humbled and flattered by this accolade. Gary, who won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Sir Winston Churchill in the 2017 film ‘Darkest Hour’, remarked, "I feel immensely honoured, humbled, and flattered in equal measure."

“This honour is incomparable. I previously thought the Oscar was monumental. No disrespect intended towards the academy, but this recognition somewhat diminishes the significance of that achievement. It’s truly been a wonderful experience,” he concluded.