Gary Oldman, David Beckham, Roger Daltrey knighted in King's Birthday Honours
Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman, former England football captain David Beckham, and The Who front man Roger Daltrey are among the prominent figures awarded knighthoods in this year's King's Birthday Honours list.
Oldman, 67, who played Harry Potter's godfather Sirius Black in several of the movies in the franchise, was awarded a knighthood for services to drama.
In 2018, the Hollywood star won an Oscar for his portrayal of Winston Churchill in the film 'Darkest Hour.'
Beckham, 50, was recognized for his services to sport and charity.
A global soccer icon and former Manchester United midfielder, Beckham has represented England 115 times and clinched league titles across four countries.
He was appointed an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2003 and has since expanded his influence beyond the pitch.
Beckham has worked as an ambassador for the worldwide children's charity UNICEF since 2005 and has been an ambassador for the King's Foundation since last year.
As a result of his knighthood, his wife, fashion designer and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, will now be formally styled Lady Beckham.
Co-founder and lead singer of legendary British rock band The Who, Daltrey, 81, was honored for his services to charity. Alongside his storied musical career, Daltrey has served as a patron of the Teenage Cancer Trust since 2000, spearheading its annual concert series at London's Royal Albert Hall for more than two decades.
The Who, formed in London in 1964, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Of the band's four founding members, only Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townshend are still alive.
Most honors in the UK are awarded twice a year – on the monarch's official birthday in June, and in the New Year.
The list is compiled by the government and signed off by King Charles, with nominations reviewed by independent panels across different sectors.
The most recent New Year Honours list saw knighthoods conferred on London mayor Sadiq Khan,actor Stephen Fry, and former England soccer manager Gareth Southgate.
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