Roger Daltrey has been given an honorary degree by Middlesex University.

The Who frontman has been recognised for his contribution to the music and acting industry over his six-decade career. He joined hundreds of students who were graduating, some of whom contributed visuals to his rock-opera Tommy.

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Daltrey said: โ€œIf I had the power to give honours, the students would be getting extra honorary degrees from me. After having the privilege of working with them on my production of The Whoโ€™s Tommy, I was amazed with their vision and creativity. I look forward to seeing more of their work knowing that, within the visual creative industries, the future is a bright one. For me to receive this degree is an honour indeed.โ€

Middlesex University Vice-Chancellor Michael Driscoll added: โ€œRoger Daltrey is one of the greatest musicians Britain has produced and he has been successful at everything he has turned his hand to.โ€

Daltrey was awarded a CBE for his services to music, the entertainment industry and charity in 2005. Back in May, he confirmed that organisers of the London 2012 Olympics asked whether drummer Keith Moon โ€“ who died in 1978 โ€“ would be able to take part in this summerโ€™s celebrations.

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He joked that the bandโ€™s management had responded to the invitation by suggesting they try contacting the deceased rocker themselves by holding a sรฉance. โ€œIt could only happen in Britain,โ€ he said. โ€œWe are so organised. We got a letter โ€“ well, an email โ€“ requesting could Keith Moon attend the opening ceremony.โ€

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