Boy gets $47,000 shot to act in Will Ferrell comedy

The parent of a 10-year-old boy has won the bidding for a coveted spot to appear alongside comedian Will Ferrell in an upcoming movie, paying $47,100 in an Internet charity auction.

The winner of the eBay online auction asked to remain anonymous, according to a statement from San Diego-based Cancer for College, which awards scholarships to current and former cancer patients.

The 10-year-old will be able to meet the stars on the set of movie "Step Brothers" and appear as an extra in the movie.

Ferrell, a "Saturday Night Live" veteran, has become a top box-office draw with movies like "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby" and "Blades of Glory."

"Its a great opportunity for him (the son) to both hang out with 'Ricky Bobby' and learn a valuable life lesson -- that it's important to help people who need help by whatever means you are able," the anonymous winner said in a statement.

Ferrell, a graduate of the University of Southern California, said he was "overwhelmed with the response and generosity" in the auction. "This money will help so many young people with their dreams of attending college," Ferrell said.

Cancer for College was founded in 1993 by Craig Pollard, a two-time cancer survivor, and has so far given scholarships to 76 people.