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Dame Shirley Bassey Honored with Companion of Honour by King Charles

The Welsh singer reflects on her career and the emotional significance of the award at Windsor Castle.

  • Dame Shirley Bassey, 87, received the Companion of Honour for her services to music.
  • She expressed more nervousness receiving the award than performing for the King.
  • Bassey has had a top 40 album in the UK charts for seven consecutive decades.
  • She reminisced about her first performance for the late Queen at the Royal Variety Show.
  • The ceremony also honored cricketer Sam Curran and chef Adam Handling.
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