Rise, Sir David Beckham: Football Legend Honoured by the Monarch at Windsor Castle Ceremony
David Beckham received a honorary title at Windsor Castle on the weekday. The ex-national team leader, 50, was among those accepting honours for his contributions to sport and charity. Earlier this year, he expressed he was “extremely honored” of being recognised in the King’s birthday honours.
Football Career Highlights
Beckham first appeared in England's top division for Manchester United in the mid-nineties and was a key member that secured a thrilling Champions League final victory in 1999 when they defeated Bayern Munich with last-minute strikes.
In total, he netted eighty-five scores and garnered accolades including six Premier League titles and domestic cup wins as a footballer, before ending his playing career in 2013. In addition to his sports endeavors, he has supported a variety of philanthropic initiatives, including serving as a goodwill ambassador for global aid group the United Nations Children's Fund since the mid-2000s.
David Beckham, accompanied by his spouse, after being knighted at an honors event at Windsor Castle.
Charitable and Other Roles
Last year, the sports star, who has referred to himself as a “devoted monarchist”, was named an official representative for the royal educational charity, an non-profit organization founded by the monarch in 1990. In 1998 he was named top fashion icon by a leading publication and he has posed for companies such as H&M, Armani, and Boss.
David tied the knot with Victoria in 1999 and the pair have four children together – their eldest, the second son, Cruz, and their daughter.
