‘Arrow’ season 3: Who is honoring John Barrowman now?

Arrow June 16, 2014

There are not many opportunities that we have here at all to talk about celebrities being appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire, and that is for a number of different reasons. For one, we cannot sit here with a straight face and say that we are an expert of the British monarchy or its system of handing down achievements (at all), and nor can we say that there enough honorees in the world of TV for us to be able to familiarize ourselves.

Luckily, we are at least happy enough today to reveal that a certain star of “Arrow” has just received one of these honors, and it is none other than John Barrowman. In a post on Twitter, the man behind Malcolm Merlyn (who has appeared on “Torchwood” and also been a popular presenter for many British shows) revealed just how he feels after being handed something so impressive for all of his work:

“I am very honoured and overwhelmed to receive an MBE. It’s a proud day for myself and my Family.”

Barrowman also put up a new video online, thanking the British monarchy, the fans, and many more for this tremendous honor for his entire family. Basically, this is all just another reminder of how wonderful and gracious a man that Barrowman is; he’s funny when he needs to be funny, and also incredibly grateful and sweet when those particular occasions arise.

New episodes of “Arrow” star on The CW this fall, and thanks to John being a series regular, you are going to see a whole lot more of him.

What do you want to think about this honor for John? Share some of your thoughts below, and head over here if you want to get some of the first news about casting the new season. Also, sign up if you want to secure some further TV updates on all we cover now via our official newsletter.

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2 Comments

Patricia
June 18, 2014 @ 10:50 am

Agree with everything Janice says. He also works hard raising money for all the charities he supports, A really good man.
Janice Adams
June 17, 2014 @ 4:41 pm

I think this is a well deserved honor for John. He is a hard working entertainer and a hard worker when it comes to his charities. These are the two things he received this honor for. John has brought us many years of enjoyable entertainment on the stage, on T.V. and the movies. He is tireless and always delivers the best performances. Along with his sister he has written two biographies and 4 wonderful novels. Although not as well known for his singing in the US, he has a great voice and is releasing a new Album on June 30. He spent 20 years on the West End musical stages and has done a few broadway musicals also. No matter what life throws at him he is always gracious, kind and generous with his fans. He is multitalented and extremely funny. Any where he makes an appearance he infuses the room with so much energy and light, it is a delight to bask in it. Good choice Queen Elizabeth II. Good choice.