Actress Angela Bassett left starry-eyed by Hollywood honor

AFP, March, 2008

LOS ANGELES (AFP) — Actress Angela Bassett became the 2,358th celebrity to receive a star on Hollywood's "Walk of Fame" on Thursday, and was overcome with emotion at the honor.

A delighted Bassett, best known for her Oscar-nominated portrayal of Tina Turner in 1993 film "What's Love Got to do With It?", said she had shed tears after learning of the award.

"Today my cup runneth over," Bassett, 49, told a crowd of well-wishers and stars ...