Rise, Sir David Beckham: Beckham Knighted by the Monarch at Windsor Castle Investiture
David Beckham was bestowed with a knighthood at Windsor Castle on the weekday. The ex-national team leader, fifty, was among those receiving awards for his services to sport and philanthropy. In recent months, he stated he was “extremely honored” of being recognised in the King’s birthday honours.
Soccer Achievements
Beckham made his Premier League debut for Manchester United in 1995 and was a key member that earned a dramatic Champions League final victory in the late nineties when they beat the German giants with two late goals.
Overall, he netted 85 goals and garnered accolades including six Premier League titles and two FA Cups as a soccer professional, before retiring from the sport in 2013. In addition to his sports endeavors, he has backed a variety of philanthropic initiatives, including acting as a charitable representative for humanitarian aid organisation Unicef since the mid-2000s.
David Beckham, with his wife Victoria, after being knighted at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.
Philanthropy and Beyond
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 non-profit organization founded by the King in 1990. In 1998 he was named most stylish man of the year by a leading publication and he has modelled for brands like H&M, Armani, and the luxury label.
David married his wife Victoria in 1999 and the couple have four children together – Brooklyn, Romeo, the third child, and Harper.
