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Beckham Knighted in King’s Birthday Honours

Recognizing his football legacy alongside a long history of charity, the honour will be formally invested in the coming weeks.

König Charles II schüttelt David Beckham während der Zeremonie zum 35-jährigen Bestehen der King's Foundation Awards die Hand

Overview

  • Sir David Beckham was named a Knight Bachelor on June 13 for services to sport and charitable causes
  • The former England captain and Manchester United star earned the accolade after 115 international appearances and multiple club titles
  • Beckham described the moment as an emotional milestone he never expected to receive
  • His wife, Victoria, assumes the courtesy title Lady Beckham following his elevation
  • A formal investiture by King Charles III or Prince William is scheduled in the coming weeks