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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
David Beckham's blistering emails in full as he finally gets knighthood
David Beckham has finally been awarded a prestigious honour from King Charles in his upcoming Birthday Honours list next week, which will see him become a Sir David Beckham had dreamed of being knighted, and it's finally becoming a reality. Becks had a glimmer of hope last year when he was announced as an ambassador to the King's Foundation, with insiders suggesting it might bolster his knighthood prospects. However, 2024 saw him miss out on the distinguished title again. But his luck appeared to change this year, with reports claiming that he'll be knighted as early as next week. The former footballer has a long-standing relationship with His Majesty, w ho last month revealed he'd sent him a gift for his 50th birthday. While attending the Chelsea Flower Show, Beckham was seen sporting a rose as a buttonhole, and it has since emerged that the flower has a very royal connection. The King, 76, was heard asking David if he had received the recent gift for his birthday after they met on an official line-up. "You got it, didn't you?" the Monarch asked. David responded: "It was incredible, thank you. It was very kind." Just moments later, Queen Camilla met Beckham and commented: "Nice to see you again, glad you got the roses." The footballer told Her Majesty that he had a "perfect" but "busy weekend," adding it was "a lot of fun." Beckham's rose, a King's Rose was named in honour of the King who has never shied away from discussing his love for horticulture. An incendiary book released last summer targeting his financial dealings might have thwarted his recent efforts. Authored by Tom Bower, it labelled Beckham "money obsessed" and reported on his strategies for legally reducing his tax obligations in the UK. Beckham's aspirations for a knighthood were previously dampened in 2014 following HMRC's reservations. Now 50, Beckham, who also played a pivotal role in England's 2018 World Cup bid, faced backlash for accepting the ambassadorship at the Qatar World Cup in 2022. Allegedly raking in £150 million from a decade-long partnership, LGBTQ+ groups criticised him sharply due to Qatar's oppressive laws against same-sex relationships. His team has countered, arguing that Beckham's intent was to harness the unifying power of sport as a 'force for good. ' His involvement irked comedian Joe Lycett, who called out Beckham for double standards before theatrically shredding a topless Beckham photo from Attitude, a gay lifestyle magazine. The saga culminated with Lycett feigning the destruction of £10,000 after Beckham decided not to withdraw from the deal. Weeks after the comedian called Beckham's defence a 'cop out', the Inter Miami owner was once again overlooked for a coveted invitation to Buckingham Palace. In a prior incident, a snub reportedly triggered an exchange of heated emails between Beckham and his long-standing PR man Simon Oliveira, which were claimed to have surfaced in 2017. Having led initiatives like the London Olympics and dedicating much time to charitable activities with organisations like UNICEF, many predicted the ex-footballer would receive a knighthood in 2014. Speculation was rife that his association with a film finance initiative deemed by HMRC as tax avoidance had thrown up a 'red flag', disrupting his opportunity for the honour. There was no indication of misconduct from those who invested in the Ingenious Media scheme. Reportedly, Beckham reassured Oliveira in leaked emails, maintaining "everything is above board." Subsequently, in the year following, he contributed £12.7 million in taxes as reported by the Sunday Times Tax List, landing him and his wife Victoria in the 49th spot among the UK's top 50 taxpayers. Yet, Beckham's name was notably absent from the 2014 honours list, leading to the publication on the Football Leaks website - described as the sport's parallel to Wikileaks. In these alleged communications, David purportedly vented his fury at the perceived oversight, labelling the committee a 'bunch of c***s' and slamming the honours system as a "f**king joke". He allegedly expressed his frustration, saying: "I expected nothing less... Who decides on the honours? It's a disgrace to be honest and if I was American I would of [sic] got something like this 10 years ago... It's p***ed me off those old unappreciative c***s." Furthermore, he is reported to have said brusquely: "Unless it's a knighthood f**k off". Beckham also reportedly questioned the accolade given to Katherine Jenkins, alluding to her OBE by stating she was awarded the honour for "singing at the rugby". In the wake of these comments, Katherine Jenkins' camp had their say, with her spokesperson indicating the singer received her honour for her services to music and her extensive charity work. Her spokesperson stated that she'd "courageously publicly admitted" experimenting with drugs in her formative years. Her manager, Professor Jonathan Shalit, further defended Jenkins to The Sun, declaring: "I say Katherine was awarded an OBE for her services to music and charity." Beckham, who has been a dedicated Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF since 2003 and initiated his 7 fund for the charity in 2015, found himself at the centre of an email controversy. A spokesperson for UNICEF responded to the leaked emails by stating: "David has given significant funds personally." At the time, Beckham's representative slammed the reports, accusing them of being misleading and based on manipulated content, as they told the Daily Mail: "This story is based on outdated material taken out of context from hacked and doctored private emails from a third-party server and gives a deliberately inaccurate picture." A close pal of Beckham spoke to The Mirror about the incident, revealing that although Beckham regretted the messages, they were sent "in the heat of the moment". The friend elaborated, "Genuinely, he wasn't as vitriolic as that, but you do say some things in private and in the heat of the moment," adding that Beckham feels he has contributed greatly to his country. They continued, "To be honest, he does feel that he has given so much to his country. And sometimes you say things in private that anyone would say and you don't really mean it. While he was frustrated in those emails, he was over it the moment he sent them. Getting the knighthood is not what his work is about. He doesn't care if he gets a knighthood or not."
Nahar Net
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Nahar Net
Chelsea Flower Show blooms with royals, celebrities and pets
by Naharnet Newsdesk 20 May 2025, 17:01 The Chelsea Flower Show bloomed with royals, celebrities and a pup or two at the gardening showcase highlight resilient landscapes and natural planting. King Charles III and Queen Camilla toured the show Monday before it opens to regular visitors. The king is a patron of the Royal Horticultural Society, which puts on the annual event in London. The show is the place to see cutting-edge garden design, new plants and ideas to take home. The displays highlighted natural planning, like moss paving and gravel paths bleeding into greenery. One garden was an example of the Atlantic temperate rainforest habitat that once covered western coasts of Britain. Charles and Camilla visited a dog garden and examined the King's Rose, a new fuchsia-and-white-striped rose variety named after Charles in support of the King's Foundation.
Wales Online
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Charles sees rose named in his honour during Chelsea Flower Show tour
Charles sees rose named in his honour during Chelsea Flower Show tour undefined King Charles was spotted meeting with former England captain David Beckham (Image: Getty Images ) The King walked with a shepherd's crook as he toured the Chelsea Flower Show with the Queen and saw a rose named in his honour. Charles and Camilla indulged their passion for gardening during their annual visit to the world-famous horticultural attraction, chatting to cutting-edge designers and first-timers like David Beckham. Beckham wore a King's Rose in his button hole, a new bloom bred by rose producer David Austin in support of the King's Foundation, when he met the King and his wife outside Charles' Highgrove pop-up shop with fellow foundation ambassador Alan Titchmarsh. The stick sported by the King was similar to ones he has used at country show grounds over the years and he leaned on it as he and the Queen went their separate ways for much of the visit. When Beckham met Camilla he said: "Your Majesty, it's so nice to see you." As she gestured at his buttonhole, he said: "It's so beautiful, so beautiful, congratulations." Article continues below In footage of their meeting, Beckham appeared to thank the King for something, after the monarch asked: "You got it, didn't you?" He replied: "It was incredibly, thank you, it was very kind." Camilla was heard to say "Nice to see you again, glad you got the roses." The royal couple stood with the ambassadors as the Highgrove shopfront was ceremonially unveiled with the opening of a theatre-style pair of Sanderson-designed curtains, reflecting a partnership between the interior design house and the King's Foundation. The couple were given a tour of the shop by Scott Simpson, retail director at the King's Foundation, who said the King "loved" the floral table cloth used for as part of a display and the "God save the King" tableware set. Camilla enjoyed her time in the London Square Chelsea Pensioners Garden which will be moved a short distance into an open space used by the former servicemen and women at the end of the four-day flower show. Archie Ferguson, 87, a former Army cook, who became a pensioner three years, ago quipped "don't get too comfortable" when the Queen sat down around a table which had cushions that matched the famous scarlet tunics of the elderly service personnel. The Queen joked as she looked at the group "you'll blend in, we won't know you're here". With her brief trip with the King to Canada coming up, she told the group before she left: "I'm in Canada next week for a day and night." Earlier, when the Queen saw the King's Rose creation, she told its creator David Austin its fragrance was "absolutely delicious" and said "It's so pretty, I can't wait to get some." The Queen was joined by her daughter Laura Lopes, sister Annabel Elliot and the Queen's Companion the Marchioness of Lansdowne for her visit to the show. Also among the entourage were the Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley, David and Rose Hanbury. The Duke of Edinburgh, Earl of Snowdon, Princess Beatrice and Princess Michael of Kent were also among showgoers at the preview evening for the show. The King and Queen began their visit to the show run by the Royal Horticultural Society by touring the BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden, designed by broadcaster and TV gardener Monty Don with dogs in mind. Featuring grass areas, a water feature for pets to enjoy and a large tree providing shade, the brick paths are inscribed with the names of beloved pets, including Don's dog Ned. Article continues below The Queen patted Monty's dog Ned and the royal couple were shown bricks in the path engraved with the names of their own dogs – the King's Lagotto Romagnolo, Snuff, and the Queen's adopted Jack Russell terrier Bluebell and her new puppy Moley, along with Beth, another much-loved rescue dog who died last year. "We have a scruffy lawn," said the TV gardener, gesturing to the grass, adding "lots of toys and we have a dog" as he looked at his pet. Following this week's show, the dog garden will be moved to Battersea Dog & Cats Home, of which Camilla is patron.
Edinburgh Live
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
King Charles' special birthday gift to David Beckham after Prince Harry gesture
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info David Beckham expressed his gratitude to King Charles and Queen Camilla for their unexpected birthday gift. The former Manchester United star marked his 50th birthday this month amidst family tensions. While the Beckham clan came together for the milestone event, his son Brooklyn was noticeably absent from all three celebrations. Brooklyn Beckham, 26, along with his wife Nicola Peltz, 30, are rumoured to have sought solace with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at their Montecito residence in California, following a family rift. Despite this, it seems the monarchs are extending their support to David, continuing the long friendship with the Beckhams. Beckham, who recently turned 50, attended the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show on Monday, rubbing shoulders with the likes of Alan Titchmarsh. At this noble gathering, he was seen adorning a rose as a buttonhole, which has been revealed to bear a Royal lineage. During an official engagement, the 76-year-old King enquired if David had received his latest birthday present. "You got it, didn't you?" Charles inquired, reports the Mirror. Graciously replying, David said: "It was incredible, thank you. It was very kind." Just moments later, Queen Camilla encountered Beckham and remarked: "Nice to see you again, glad you got the roses." The football icon shared with Her Majesty that he had a "perfect" yet "busy weekend," noting it was "a lot of fun." Beckham's rose, named the King's Rose, pays tribute to the King and his well-known passion for gardening. This interaction follows Prince Harry's expression of "unwavering support" to David and Victoria Beckham's eldest son amidst the Beckham family dispute. Reports suggest Nicola and former Suits star Meghan discovered "common ground" based on claims they both played roles in allegedly causing rifts within their high-profile families. A source disclosed to Mail Online: "Brooklyn knows how hurt David and Victoria were when Harry and Meghan accused them of briefing stories about them. David, who is very mild-mannered, was absolutely furious." The source continued: "Brooklyn was very much around and spending a lot of time with his parents when this all happened. It was over five years ago but the upset and dislike is still very much there. "Victoria was especially good to Meghan in the beginning, and it all got thrown back in her face." It is believed that David and Victoria once had a falling out with Meghan and Harry, despite previously being close, with the football legend and the former Spice Girl even attending their wedding seven years ago. The Sun has reported that the dinner between Peltz-Beckham and the Sussexes was planned before Brooklyn's rift with his family came to light. A source informed the publication that Brooklyn and Nicola, feeling "pretty battle-wounded," were unexpectedly invited but "gratefully received" the gesture. The insider mentioned that Prince Harry and Meghan showed "very kind" and "empathetic" hospitality towards their guests. The informant continued: "Harry was fully aware of the situation and offered Brooklyn his unwavering support as someone who has been through similar." They also noted: "Nicola and Meghan also had a bit of a 'deep [and] meaningful' [chat] as obviously both women have been positioned in the media as home-wreckers - the women to tear apart their husbands' families."
Irish Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
David Beckham's royal gift from King Charles after Harry and Brooklyn's chat
David Beckham expressed his gratitude to King Charles and Queen Camilla for their unexpected birthday gift. The football icon, who turned 50 earlier this month, has been in the midst of a family rift. Despite the tension, the Beckhams united for the milestone, although Brooklyn Beckham was noticeably absent from all three festivities. Rumours have swirled that Brooklyn, 26, and his spouse, Nicola Peltz, 30, sought solace with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at their Montecito residence, as the Sussexes reportedly offered support amid the family discord. Despite the Beckhams' longstanding rapport with the royals, it seems the King and Queen are extending a hand to David during these times. Beckham, who recently attended the Chelsea Flower Show and mingled with celebrities like Alan Titchmarsh, was spotted donning a rose buttonhole with a regal backstory. At the event, King Charles, aged 76, was overheard confirming with David about the birthday present during an official encounter. "You got it, didn't you?" enquired the Sovereign, reports the Mirror. To which David replied, "It was incredible, thank you. It was very kind." Queen Camilla greeted David Beckham with a warm, "Nice to see you again, glad you got the roses" to which Beckham replied that he had a "perfect" though "busy weekend," noting it was "a lot of fun". The King's Rose, named in honour of King Charles' well-known passion for gardening, has brought Beckham into the Royal limelight. The encounter follows shortly after the revelation that Prince Harry extended his "unwavering support" to Brooklyn Beckham amidst the reported Beckham family dispute. Speculations are rife that Nicola Peltz and Meghan Markle shared a bond over their supposed role in causing rifts within their high-profile families-in-law. An insider disclosed to Mail Online: "Brooklyn knows how hurt David and Victoria were when Harry and Meghan accused them of briefing stories about them. David, who is very mild-mannered, was absolutely furious." The source continued: "Brooklyn was very much around and spending a lot of time with his parents when this all happened. It was over five years ago but the upset and dislike is still very much there." They added a poignant detail: "Victoria was especially good to Meghan in the beginning, and it all got thrown back in her face." Despite previous camaraderie, David and Victoria Beckham's relationship with Meghan and Harry seemingly soured, with doubts lingering even though the Beckhams were guests at the couple's wedding seven years prior. The Sun has reported that despite the recent family tensions, Peltz-Beckham and the Sussexes had already planned their dinner before Brooklyn's rift with his relatives came to light. An insider claimed the invitation was an "unexpected invite" for Brooklyn and Nicola, who felt "pretty battle-wounded," yet they accepted it with gratitude. The source mentioned that Prince Harry and Meghan showed great kindness and empathy. The informant continued: "Harry was fully aware of the situation and offered Brooklyn his unwavering support as someone who has been through similar." They also noted: "Nicola and Meghan also had a bit of a 'deep [and] meaningful' [chat] as obviously both women have been positioned in the media as home-wreckers - the women to tear apart their husbands' families."
