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David Beckham Reflects on Knighthood by King Charles, Saying He Was 'Very Emotional'

Beckham describes the honor as deeply emotional, reflecting on the Windsor Castle ceremony.

Overview

  • Beckham says he was not nervous but very emotional during his Nov. 4 investiture at Windsor Castle.
  • He received the title for services to sport and charity following a career spanning club and country.
  • Victoria Beckham and his parents, Ted Beckham and Sandra West, attended the ceremony.
  • He later posted gratitude on Instagram, saying he felt proud to have represented his country and could never have dreamed of the honor.
  • The recognition follows his 2003 OBE and reported 2011 consideration, and comes as he serves as Inter Miami CF president and co-owner and Salford City FC co-owner.