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New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
David Beckham to finally receive knighthood from King Charles amid family feud: report
David Beckham has made the coveted King's Birthday Honors list and is set to receive a knighthood from the monarch himself, according to a report. The former England captain, 50, is set to join the ranks of the elite next week, with this royal accolade marking the pinnacle of his glittering career, the Sun reports. The celebrated soccer star is expected to attend next week's star-studded ceremony, which takes place biannually. Advertisement 5 David Beckham has made the coveted King's Birthday Honors list and is set to receive a knighthood from the monarch himself, according to a report. Getty Images Once honored, the former athlete will become Sir David Beckham — making his wife, Victoria Beckham, entitled to use Lady Beckham as a title. Beckham, who played for Manchester United during his glittering career on the field, also accumulated 115 appearances for England, including 59 as team captain. Advertisement The retired soccer star holds the unique distinction of being the only English male player to score in three separate World Cups. The king's honor will recognize Beckham's sporting accomplishments, as well as his extensive charitable contributions away from the field. 5 The former England captain, 50, is set to join the ranks of the elite next week, with this royal accolade marking the pinnacle of his glittering career. Getty Images Back in 2003, Beckham received an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) title for services to football, which was presented to him by the late Queen Elizabeth II. Advertisement The athlete's wife, Posh Spice, their sons Brooklyn and Romeo, and his grandparents attended the ritzy ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Following the OBE honor, it has long been speculated whether Beckham would ever receive a knighthood. During his two decades of waiting, he struck up a close personal relationship with King Charles and his eldest son, Prince William, who is an avid soccer fan. 5 The former athlete will become Sir David Beckham once honored, making his wife, Victoria Beckham, entitled to use the title Lady Beckham. Getty Images Advertisement Beckham shares a deep passion for horticulture with the monarch, a connection that led to a memorable invitation to Highgrove Estate, where they engaged in an enriching conversation about their shared commitment to environmental preservation The meeting seemed to go exceptionally well, as just a short time later, Charles officially appointed Beckham as the ambassador for one of The King's Foundation. The monarch is believed to have hinted at Beckham's impending honor at the Chelsea Flower Show in London last month. 5 Back in 2003, Beckham received an OBE title for services to football. Getty Images While shaking hands with the retired athlete, the King asked, 'You got it, didn't you?' 'It was incredible, thank you. It was very kind,' Beckham responded, fueling speculation that he received a letter from the palace outlining plans for the knighthood. The Post has reached out to Beckham's reps and Buckingham Palace for comment. Advertisement Beckham's honor comes at a time when family tensions have been making headlines, with his eldest son, Brooklyn, 26, and his wife, Nicola Peltz, 30, distancing themselves from recent family events. The aspiring chef and his wife, 30, failed to show up for David's 50th birthday bash in London in May — fueling rumors of an ongoing family rift. Victoria, sons Romeo, Cruz, 20, and daughter Harper, 13, were all present at David's star-studded bash at a London restaurant. 5 Beckham's coveted OBE titled was presented to him by the late Queen Elizabeth II. Getty Images Advertisement Brooklyn was also notably absent from Victoria's fashion show in Paris in March, while Romeo, Cruz and Harper were all in attendance. What's more, the couple, who tied the knot in 2022, have reportedly hired Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's former lawyer for help managing their reputation. The Beckhams have yet to comment on ongoing rumors of a family feud.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
David Beckham set to receive knighthood in King Charles III's birthday honours
Football icon and philanthropist David Beckham is expected to finally receive a knighthood next week as part of King Charles III's birthday celebrations, according to The Sun. The 50-year-old former England captain, who has long been in the running for the honour, will reportedly be named in the monarch's birthday honours list, elevating him to 'Sir David Beckham.' His wife, Victoria Beckham—fashion mogul and former Spice Girl—would accordingly be styled 'Lady Beckham'. Beckham's knighthood has been a long time coming. He was first nominated in 2011, following a glittering football career that included 115 appearances for England and successful stints at top clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain. He retired from football in 2013. Beyond the field, Beckham has built a strong reputation for his charitable work, particularly in efforts aimed at supporting underprivileged children. Since 2005, he has served as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. In 2015, the organisation launched The David Beckham UNICEF Fund to mark ten years of collaboration, focusing on protecting children in danger and supporting their rights globally. David Beckham will be knighted next week as part of the King's Birthday Honours. — BBC Sport (@BBCSport) June 6, 2025 Most recently, Beckham became an ambassador for The King's Foundation in 2024. The foundation, which reflects King Charles's long-standing passion for the environment and youth education, is dedicated to helping young people develop a deeper connection with nature. Beckham, who has taken a personal interest in environmental causes, especially beekeeping on his estate in the Cotswolds, has spoken about his love of nature in the family's Netflix documentary. Though the path to knighthood hasn't been without controversy. BBC Sport recalled a 2017 leak of private emails in which Beckham appeared to express frustration with the honours process. His representatives at the time clarified the messages were 'hacked,' 'doctored,' and taken out of context. Beckham has already been honoured once by the monarchy, having received an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 2003 for services to football. But this potential knighthood goes beyond sport, recognising his continued contributions to British society and his global influence. In addition to his philanthropic and environmental efforts, Beckham remains active in football, serving as co-owner of Inter Miami CF in the United States and part-owner of Salford City in League Two. The official honours list is expected to be released next week.
