Don McLean gets Hollywood star as ‘American Pie’ hits 50

‘Weird Al’ Yankovic recorded a parody version of the tune in 1999, inspired by the ‘Star Wars’ films. ‘As far as pop songs go, American Pie is about as sacred as it gets,’ Yankovic said at Monday’s ceremony. ‘Thankfully, Don McLean has a fantastic sense of humor and he very graciously gave his blessing on my parody’