Legendary Sun snapper Arthur Edwards congratulated by Queen as he lands Lifetime Achievement gong after 50-year career
SUN legend Arthur Edwards last night landed a top honour after 50 years working on the UK's favourite newspaper.
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Sun legend Arthur Edwards landed a top honour after 50 years working on the UK's favourite newspaper
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Queen Camilla sent a congratulatory message on behalf of King Charles and herself
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Arthur, who joined The Sun in December 1974, received it as the biggest names in journalism gathered to salute the best in the business.
And Queen Camilla sent a congratulatory message on behalf of King Charles and herself.
She said: 'I cannot think of anyone who deserves it more.
"Not just for your decades of hard graft and talent, but in recognition of the enduring respect, admiration and affection that I know is felt for you across your whole industry — and indeed across the
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"For more years than either of us care to remember, you have brought your trademark charm, humour and outstanding skill to countless events.'
In half a century on The Sun, Arthur has travelled to 120 countries, taking photos of not just the Royal Family but many of the world's biggest names.
He received his award at London's Marriott Grosvenor Hotel.
Sun Editor-in-Chief Victoria Newton said: 'Arthur Edwards is one of the greats of British journalism.'
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