Arise, Sir David Beckham: Beckham Knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle Ceremony
David Beckham received a honorary title at the historic royal residence on Tuesday. The ex-national team leader, fifty, was among those accepting honours for his contributions to athletics and charity. In recent months, he expressed he was “immensely proud” of being recognised in the monarch's annual honors list.
Football Career Highlights
Beckham first appeared in England's top division for Manchester United in 1995 and was a key member that secured a dramatic Champions League final victory in 1999 when they defeated the German giants with last-minute strikes.
Overall, he netted 85 goals and garnered accolades including six Premier League titles and domestic cup wins as a footballer, before ending his playing career in the past decade. Alongside his football career, he has supported a variety of philanthropic initiatives, including acting as a charitable representative for humanitarian aid organisation Unicef since 2005.
David Beckham, with his wife Victoria, after being knighted at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.
Charitable and Other Roles
In the previous year, Beckham, who has referred to himself as a “devoted monarchist”, was named an official representative for the King’s Foundation, an educational charity established by the King in 1990. In 1998 he was named top fashion icon by GQ magazine and he has posed for brands like H&M, the Italian designer, and the luxury label.
David tied the knot with Victoria in 1999 and the pair have four children together – Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper.
