Hasty Pudding babe: Scarlett

Feb 16, 2007, 12:20 GMT

Scarlett Johansson happily took part in an elaborate prize-giving ceremony yesterday (15.02.07) after being crowned the Harvard Hasty Pudding woman of the year

The 22-year-old actress was driven through Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the back of a silver Bentley convertible, followed by Harvard University students dressed in drag.

The prestigious honor is given by student drama group Hasty Pudding Theatricals to performers who have made a "lasting and impressive contribution to the world of entertainment".

Following her parade, the blonde star participated in a mock exam and was then guest of honor at a feast in Harvard's Agassiz Theatre, where she received the famous 'Pudding Pot'.

The theatre was adorned with a blown-up picture of Scarlett's naked Vanity Fair cover.

She was playfully subjected to a series of light-hearted jibes about her age, her curvaceous figure and her habit of starring alongside older men.

On collecting her award, Scarlett said: "Thank you so much for this fabulous golden pot. It's been such a wonderful day. This is the closest I'll ever get to a Harvard degree for sure.

"It's a real honour and I can't wait until later tonight when we party."

Ben Stiller is to be crowned Harvard Hasty Pudding man of the year on February 23.

Hasty Pudding Theatricals is the oldest undergraduate drama group in the US and the award is considered a great honour.

Last year's winners were Halle Berry and Richard Gere.

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