Cilla is one of the first 100 stars to have their name emblazoned on London's version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame...

The Avenue of the Stars is a permanent walkway of silver stars set in the grounds of St Paul's church in London's Covent Garden. Stars eligible to receive the award are those born in the UK or Commonwealth. This years selection focussed on those who have made a significant impact in the world of entertainment in the last 50 years.

Cilla received her award from fellow entertainer Paul O'Grady who had the star-studded audience [and Cilla] in fits of laughter. The ceremony was broadcast live on the 18 September 2005.  

Other recipients include Sir Alec Guinness, Sir Alfred Hitchcock, Charlie Chaplin, Peter Sellers, Sir Rex Harrison, Nicole Kidman, Lord Olivier, Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker, Tommy Cooper, Billy Connolly, Dame Edna Everage, Ricky Gervais, John Cleese, Dame Shirley Bassey and The Rolling Stones.

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