AceShowbiz - Disney has officially declared Harrison Ford a legend, inducting him into the company's hall of fame at the D23 Expo. Ford's iconic roles as Han Solo in "Star Wars" and Indiana Jones solidify him as one of Disney's most influential actors.

At the ceremony, Disney CEO Bob Iger took the stage to present Ford with the first award of the night. "Before he was the captain of the Millennium Falcon or a globetrotting archeologist, Harrison Ford was, like so many, an aspiring actor who came to Hollywood to pursue their dreams," Iger teased to thunderous applause at the Honda Center. "He is the definition of a leading man, who stands alone in a category all his own."

After a montage of Harrison's most iconic work, Ford took the stage to an enthusiastic standing ovation. Referencing one of his most iconic "Star Wars" moments, he told the crowd, "I love you, too" (a more direct version of Han Solo's famous response, "I know"). He continued, "I love the life you've given me. I love the people that I've had the opportunity to work with. Nobody does anything in this business for long. We work in collaboration, no matter who we are and what we're doing." Ford called himself an "assistant storyteller," adding, "The stories are for you, about you, about us," Ford said as he choked back tears. "To be able to work in that area is a privilege."

Ford's upcoming roles in Disney's movies as Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross in Marvel Studios' "Captain America: Brave New World" marks his continued association with the studio.

The night also saw "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" composer John Williams, and Frank Oz - who brought Jedi master Yoda to life - inducted, joining the ranks of George Lucas, Mark Hamill, the late Carrie Fisher, James Earl Jones, Jon Favreau and Ming-Na Wen. The 2024 honorees list also featured Oscar-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood, "Black Panther" star and Oscar nominee Angela Bassett, and many others.

Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the ceremony, which took place at The Honda Center in Anaheim, California, as part of the D23 fan convention, will stream on Disney+ in the U.S. and Canada, beginning Monday, Aug. 12. The Disney Legends status is not just a nod to past achievements but a firm acknowledgment of the significant impact these artists have had on Disney's legacy.

As the legends' night concluded, it became clear that the foray into Disney immortality is reserved for those who've not only shaped the industry but also touched the hearts of audiences globally.