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Legendary Rocker, 81, Knighted by King Charles
Legendary Rocker, 81, Knighted by King Charles originally appeared on Parade.
A legendary rocker, an Oscar-winning actor and England's former national football team captain were knighted by King Charles III as part of the annual King's birthday honours list, reports CNN out of London.
The Who's , 81, was knighted for his services to charity. He has been a patron of the Teenage Cancer Trust for 25 years, annually taking charge of its concert series at the Royal Albert Hall.
Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman, 67, was knighted due to his services to drama. The star won an Oscar in 2018 for portraying British Prime Minister Winston Churchill in the film Darkest footballer David Beckham, 50, was knighted for his services to charity and the world of sports. The former Manchester United player has represented England 115 times. He is also an ambassador to UNICEF and the King's Foundation. With his knighthood, his wife, Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, can now be referred to as Lady Beckham.
According to The Guardian, Daltrey said of the honor, "It's a dream come true for me, but it's especially a dream because the charity means so much.' He added that he was "very humbled" and would be toasting with "a bottle of plonk."
"I never could have imagined I would receive such a truly humbling honor," said Beckham. "It will take a little while for the news to sink in, but I'm immensely proud and it's such an emotional moment for me to share with my family.'The actual ceremony typically takes place on either New Year's Day or on the officially recognized birthday of the King, which this year is being celebrated on Saturday, June 14.
Legendary Rocker, 81, Knighted by King Charles first appeared on Parade on Jun 13, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
