Overview
- Oldman, 67, became Sir Gary Oldman on 30 September during an investiture at Windsor Castle conducted by the Prince of Wales.
- He described the moment as very emotional and said the knighthood surpasses his Oscar in significance.
- Oldman recounted that Prince William said he is a fan of Slow Horses and joked he wants to "give you a good wash" when he sees Jackson Lamb.
- The ceremony also honoured Samantha Morton, made an OBE for services to drama and charity, and England footballer Rachel Daly, made an MBE.
- The recognition caps a decades-long career and comes as Oldman’s portrayal of Jackson Lamb in Apple TV+'s Slow Horses keeps him prominently in the spotlight, with the latest season airing.