Manchester United legend David Beckham is set to be made a knight!
The soccer legend will receive his knighthood “for services to sport and charity” on Tuesday, Nov. 4 in an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace. King Charles or Princess Anne will likely host the event, which recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions in honors lists.
Sir David Beckham
After the ceremony, he will become Sir David Beckham. His wife Victoria Beckham will be referred to as Lady Beckham.
The Inter-Miami CF owner, 50, was appointed an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2003. The former Manchester United star was put forward to receive a knighthood over 10 years ago. He received a nomination in 2011, according to The Guardian.
Beckham has long been in contention for the honour and was supposedly all set to be knighted in 2022. However emails from 2017 in which he allegedly took aim at the honours system and its committee dashed these hopes.
Alongside playing for England’s national soccer team over 100 times, Beckham has become known for his charitable work with children. He has been a UNICEF ambassador for two decades. The father of four was instrumental in bringing the 2012 Olympics to London, according to the BBC.
King’s Foundation
Beckham also signed on as ambassador for the King’s Foundation last year in a campaign to inspire young people into careers in horticulture.
“I’m excited to be working with The King’s Foundation and to have the opportunity to help raise awareness of the charity’s work,” David said in a statement at the time.
He continued, “I’ve always been keen to help young people to expand their horizons and I’m particularly looking forward to supporting the Foundation’s education programs and its efforts to ensure young people have greater access to nature.”
In May, the retired athlete stepped out with King Charles for a spring royal tradition at the Chelsea Flower Show where they were seen enjoying a warm reunion.
