James Garner Does It Again

James Garner - Celebrity News at filmsandtv.com: "

Sep 24, 2004 James Garner: Not many actors would have been able to put their slippers in the Hennessy closet on ABC 8 Simple Rules after the comedy series family lost their leader, John Ritter, who was one of the nicest men in the business. Garner could and did. The series cast members have overcome some of their grief and confusion, thanks in part to Garner soothing presence. The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) announced on Wednesday that the popular actor will be honored with the Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment. SAG President Melissa Gilbert told reporters that Garner, 'epitomizes class, style, wit and depth' before adding, 'he serves as a role model for all of America actors.' We concur. Garner will receive the Award during the live TNT telecast of the SAG Awards on Saturday, February 5, 2005.