Former England captain David Beckham has finally received his long-awaited knighthood from King Charles III at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.
The 50-year-old football legend, now known as Sir David Beckham, attended the ceremony with his wife Victoria, his parents Ted and Sandra, and their children. Victoria, who designed her husband’s outfit for the event, also earned praise from the monarch.
Beckham revealed that the King admired his suit, saying, “He was quite impressed with my suit. He’s one of the most elegantly dressed men I know, so he’s inspired quite a few of my looks over the years — and definitely this one. It was something my wife made me.”
The former Manchester United and Real Madrid star was knighted for his remarkable contributions to football, charity, and humanitarian work.
“It’s an incredible honour,” Beckham said. “To have played for and captained my country was the greatest privilege of my career. Off the pitch, I’ve tried to give back through organisations that help children and communities in need.”
The knighthood comes more than two decades after Beckham first received an OBE in 2003. His global impact spans from football achievements to his role as a UNICEF ambassador and his support for the King’s Foundation’s youth and environmental programs.
The ceremony also recognised author Kazuo Ishiguro and singer Elaine Paige for their contributions to literature and music, making it a morning that celebrated excellence across different fields.
Beckham now joins other football greats such as Sir Alex Ferguson, Sir Bobby Charlton, and Sir Gareth Southgate among Britain’s sporting knights.
