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Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Kate Winslet appointed King's Foundation ambassador
Kate Winslet has become an ambassador for The King's Foundation. The Mare of Easttown actress is "so thrilled" to be working with King Charles' charity - which was known as The Prince's Foundation before he ascended the throne in 2022 - and noted she and the 76-year-old monarch share a passion for the environment. She said in a video to mark the news: "One of my passions is exploring ways that we can protect and promote the natural world, something I have in common with His Majesty. "I am so thrilled to become an ambassador for The King's Foundation, particularly as the charity celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, The King's Foundation does such fantastic work to prioritise and protect nature and our wonderful planet. "In particular championing field to fork farming, as well as getting young people outdoors and learning about our beautiful countryside and how we can all play a part in protecting its future, all things that are deeply important to me and to so many of us." Kate joins the likes of joins fellow ambassadors Alan Titchmarsh, presenter Jay Blades, TV property expert Sarah Beeny and rugby player Maro Itoje in her new role, and she is looking forward to working with The King's Foundation's other ambassadors. She said: "It's been fascinating learning about what the foundation does over these past few months, and I am really looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors so we can discuss ways in which we can collectively make a positive difference." The charity are thrilled to have the Oscar-winning star on board. Kristina Murrin, chief executive, said: 'It has been fantastic to get to know Kate and we are thrilled she was able to spend time with our students, alumni and Royal Founding President at The King's Foundation Awards earlier this month. 'We look forward to working with Kate to promote our work over many years to come.' The King's Foundation works to support people and the planet with a sustainable approach, including offering educational courses in traditional skills and revitalising communities through regeneration and urban planning. It was founded in 1990 and aims to 'advocate for the change His Majesty wants to see in the world'.
Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Kate Winslet latest star to take on role for King's charity
The Oscar-winning actress said she was thrilled to take on the role at The King's Foundation, following in the footsteps of Sir David Beckham, Sienna Miller, Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster. Winslet joined the King at the charity's awards ceremony in St James's Palace a fortnight ago, where she told him: 'Don't worry, I'll be all in – I've got your back.' Kate Winslet has become an ambassador for the monarch's charity in its 35th anniversary year (The King's Foundation/PA) The star said following the announcement: 'One of my passions is exploring ways that we can protect and promote the natural world – something I have in common with His Majesty.' In a video marking the news, Winslet added that the foundation's work protecting the planet and encouraging young people to learn about the 'beautiful' countryside was 'deeply important' to her. She said she was looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors on how to make a difference. Meryl Streep, Alan Titchmarsh, Sir David Beckham, Penny Lancaster and Kate Winslet during The King's Foundation Awards ceremony at St James's Palace earlier this month (Chris Ratcliffe/PA) 'I am so thrilled to become an ambassador for The King's Foundation, particularly as the charity celebrates its 35th anniversary this year,' Winslet said. 'The King's Foundation does such fantastic work to prioritise and protect nature and our wonderful planet, in particular championing field to fork farming, as well as getting young people outdoors and learning about our beautiful countryside and how we can all play a part in protecting its future, all things that are deeply important to me and to so many of us. 'And it's been fascinating learning about what the foundation does over these past few months, and I am really looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors so we can discuss ways in which we can collectively make a positive difference.' Winslet chatting to the King at St James's Palace (Chris Ratcliffe/PA) Other famous names who have signed up as ambassadors include TV stars Sarah Beeny, Patrick Grant, George Clarke and Alan Titchmarsh, musician and presenter Jools Holland and rugby player Maro Itoje. The King's Foundation, previously known as The Prince's Foundation following an amalgamation of Charles's charities in the year he turned 70, aims to 'advocate for the change His Majesty wants to see in the world'. It works to train the next generation of young craftspeople in heritage and endangered skills such as millinery, embroidery and woodworking, but also focuses on sustainability, farming and agriculture, health and wellbeing, and architecture and urbanism.
South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Kate Winslet latest star to take on role for King's charity
The Oscar-winning actress said she was thrilled to take on the role at The King's Foundation, following in the footsteps of Sir David Beckham, Sienna Miller, Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster. Winslet joined the King at the charity's awards ceremony in St James's Palace a fortnight ago, where she told him: 'Don't worry, I'll be all in – I've got your back.' Kate Winslet has become an ambassador for the monarch's charity in its 35th anniversary year (The King's Foundation/PA) The star said following the announcement: 'One of my passions is exploring ways that we can protect and promote the natural world – something I have in common with His Majesty.' In a video marking the news, Winslet added that the foundation's work protecting the planet and encouraging young people to learn about the 'beautiful' countryside was 'deeply important' to her. She said she was looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors on how to make a difference. Meryl Streep, Alan Titchmarsh, Sir David Beckham, Penny Lancaster and Kate Winslet during The King's Foundation Awards ceremony at St James's Palace earlier this month (Chris Ratcliffe/PA) 'I am so thrilled to become an ambassador for The King's Foundation, particularly as the charity celebrates its 35th anniversary this year,' Winslet said. 'The King's Foundation does such fantastic work to prioritise and protect nature and our wonderful planet, in particular championing field to fork farming, as well as getting young people outdoors and learning about our beautiful countryside and how we can all play a part in protecting its future, all things that are deeply important to me and to so many of us. 'And it's been fascinating learning about what the foundation does over these past few months, and I am really looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors so we can discuss ways in which we can collectively make a positive difference.' Winslet chatting to the King at St James's Palace (Chris Ratcliffe/PA) Other famous names who have signed up as ambassadors include TV stars Sarah Beeny, Patrick Grant, George Clarke and Alan Titchmarsh, musician and presenter Jools Holland and rugby player Maro Itoje. The King's Foundation, previously known as The Prince's Foundation following an amalgamation of Charles's charities in the year he turned 70, aims to 'advocate for the change His Majesty wants to see in the world'. It works to train the next generation of young craftspeople in heritage and endangered skills such as millinery, embroidery and woodworking, but also focuses on sustainability, farming and agriculture, health and wellbeing, and architecture and urbanism.
Western Telegraph
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Kate Winslet latest star to take on role for King's charity
The Oscar-winning actress said she was thrilled to take on the role at The King's Foundation, following in the footsteps of Sir David Beckham, Sienna Miller, Sir Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster. Winslet joined the King at the charity's awards ceremony in St James's Palace a fortnight ago, where she told him: 'Don't worry, I'll be all in – I've got your back.' Kate Winslet has become an ambassador for the monarch's charity in its 35th anniversary year (The King's Foundation/PA) The star said following the announcement: 'One of my passions is exploring ways that we can protect and promote the natural world – something I have in common with His Majesty.' In a video marking the news, Winslet added that the foundation's work protecting the planet and encouraging young people to learn about the 'beautiful' countryside was 'deeply important' to her. She said she was looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors on how to make a difference. Meryl Streep, Alan Titchmarsh, Sir David Beckham, Penny Lancaster and Kate Winslet during The King's Foundation Awards ceremony at St James's Palace earlier this month (Chris Ratcliffe/PA) 'I am so thrilled to become an ambassador for The King's Foundation, particularly as the charity celebrates its 35th anniversary this year,' Winslet said. 'The King's Foundation does such fantastic work to prioritise and protect nature and our wonderful planet, in particular championing field to fork farming, as well as getting young people outdoors and learning about our beautiful countryside and how we can all play a part in protecting its future, all things that are deeply important to me and to so many of us. 'And it's been fascinating learning about what the foundation does over these past few months, and I am really looking forward to collaborating with the other ambassadors so we can discuss ways in which we can collectively make a positive difference.' Winslet chatting to the King at St James's Palace (Chris Ratcliffe/PA) Other famous names who have signed up as ambassadors include TV stars Sarah Beeny, Patrick Grant, George Clarke and Alan Titchmarsh, musician and presenter Jools Holland and rugby player Maro Itoje. The King's Foundation, previously known as The Prince's Foundation following an amalgamation of Charles's charities in the year he turned 70, aims to 'advocate for the change His Majesty wants to see in the world'. It works to train the next generation of young craftspeople in heritage and endangered skills such as millinery, embroidery and woodworking, but also focuses on sustainability, farming and agriculture, health and wellbeing, and architecture and urbanism.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sir David Beckham 'incredibly humbled' by knighthood: 'I never could have imagined this...'
David Beckham has received a knighthood for services to sport and charity. The 50-year-old footballer admitted after the King's Birthday Honours were unveiled on Friday (13.05.25), and it was confirmed that he will now be known as Sir David Beckham, he has found it all to be a "truly humbling" experience. He said: "Growing up in East London with parents and grandparents who were so patriotic and proud to be British, I never could have imagined I would receive such a truly humbling honour. "To have played for and captained my country was the greatest privilege of my career, and literally a boyhood dream come true." David is married to former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham and has Brooklyn, 26, Romeo, 22, Cruz, 20, and 13-year-old Harper Seven with her. The Manchester United legend - whose wife will now be known as Lady Victoria Beckham - noted that while it will "take a little while" to comprehend the honour, he just wants to be able to celebrate it with his family. He said: " I've been so lucky to be able to do the work that I do and I'm grateful to be recognised for work that gives me so much fulfilment. "It will take a little while for the news to sink in but I'm immensely proud and it's such an emotional moment for me to share with my family." In 2003, he was given an OBE by the late Queen Elizabeth for services to football. Just one day before the honour was announced, Sir David was seen chatting to King Charles at The King's Foundation Awards as part of his role as an ambassador for the monarch's foundation. The former England captain has a long history of carrying out charitable work, which Honours Committee officials will have considered before deciding to bestow him with the honour. What's more, rock star Roger Daltrey - who is best known as a member of The Who - has also received the same honour after leading the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts for more than two decades, and accepted it on behalf of all the "unsung heroes" who have a part to play in the charity. He said: "It is a wonderful honour for me and especially for Teenage Cancer Trust. I accept this award not only for myself but on behalf of all the unsung heroes who have given their energy towards making the Teenage Cancer Trust the success it has become. "The likes of The Who and their fans, Angie Jenkison, Lindsay Hughes, Des Murphy, Rob Ballantine and the late Chris York are some of many who have done so much to elevate the charity, to the point where it now has 28 specialist units in NHS hospitals across the UK." Meanwhile, Elaine Paige - who is best known for her lengthy career in musical theatre - has been awarded a Damehood for her services to music and charity and was "thrilled and surprised" when she heard about the honour. She said: "I've got all these different emotions coming at me all at once. "I'm proud and I feel grateful and I'm thrilled and surprised, and so it's been quite a lot to take in." The West End star and radio host- who made her name by starring in original London productions of Cats, Les Miserables and Evita - is a patron of The Children's Trust and The Dan Maskell Tennis Trust.
