This gallery of colourful photographs shows Sean Bean visiting Sheffield through the years…. were you amongst the lucky ones to meet the star?
5. Hospital staff
Pictured with staff from 'P' Ward at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital after the tree planting ceremony to launch the Sheffield Leukemia and Blood Disorder Appeal in July 2007 Photo: Barry Richardson
6. Fun Day
Sean Bean delights the crowds as he arrives for the Handsworth Fun Day at the Handsworth Recreation Ground, August 14, 2004 Photo: Roger Nadal staff
7. Autographs
Sean Bean signs autographs for admirers at the Handsworth Fun Day at the Handsworth Recreation Ground, August 14, 2004 Photo: Roger Nadal
8. Boxing
Young Sam Johnson from Handsworth throws a punch at Sean Bean who was at a charity boxing event held at Handsworth WMC to promote the Perthes Society... March 2003 Photo: Dean Atkins staff