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Actor Peter Graves reacts at the unveiling of his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame during dedication ceremonies in Los Angeles Friday, Oct. 30, 2009. His movie career spanned classics such as "Stalag 17" to comedies such as "Airplane!", but he is best remembered by many as the head of the "Mission: Impossible" force in the 1960s and 70s. Looking on are his wife Joan, right, and Hollywood Chamber of Commerce president Leron Gubler, (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)
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Published October 31, 2009 03:02 pm - LOS ANGELES — Peter Graves, known for his roles in the 1980 film spoof "Airplane!" and the TV series "Mission: Impossible," has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Peter Graves gets Walk of Fame star in LA

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LOS ANGELES — Peter Graves, known for his roles in the 1980 film spoof "Airplane!" and the TV series "Mission: Impossible," has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The 83-year-old actor attended the Los Angeles ceremony Friday with his wife Joan, their children and grandchildren. He called the honor "a red letter day in my life."

Minneapolis-born Graves made his debut in films in the early 1950s, gaining fame as team leader Jim Phelps on the CBS TV series "Mission: Impossible" from 1967 to 1973.

He won a Golden Globe award for the part in 1971.

His comedic turn as deep-voiced airplane pilot Captain Oveur in "Airplane!" cemented his celebrity status.

Graves hosted the A&E series "Biography" and also guest-starred on TV shows including "House."