Sir Peter Jackson will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next month.
The honour was announced by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
It says his groundbreaking and award-winning films are part of the legacy of larger-than-life, Hollywood-style entertainment that is beloved the world over.
The stars of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit franchises will be at the ceremony, with Andy Serkis speaking.
Other cast members attending include Orlando Bloom, Evangeline Lilly, Lee Pace, Luke Evans, Richard Armitage and Elijah Wood.
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