Arise, Sir David Beckham: Beckham Knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle Ceremony

The football icon received a knighthood at the historic royal residence on the weekday. The ex-national team leader, 50, was one of the individuals accepting honours for his services to sport and charity. Earlier this year, he stated he was “extremely honored” of being acknowledged in the King’s birthday honours.

Football Career Highlights

Beckham first appeared in England's top division for Manchester United in 1995 and was part of the team that secured a thrilling European Cup win in 1999 when they beat Bayern Munich with last-minute strikes.

Overall, he netted 85 goals and garnered accolades including six Premier League titles and domestic cup wins as a soccer professional, before retiring from the sport in the past decade. In addition to his sports endeavors, he has backed a variety of philanthropic initiatives, including acting as a charitable representative for global aid group the United Nations Children's Fund since 2005.

The celebrated athlete, accompanied by his spouse, after receiving his knighthood at an investiture ceremony at the royal venue.

Philanthropy and Beyond

Last year, the sports star, who has described himself as a “devoted monarchist”, was named an ambassador for the King’s Foundation, an educational charity established by the King in the early nineties. In the late nineties he was named top fashion icon by GQ magazine and he has posed for brands like the fashion retailer, the Italian designer, and Boss.

Beckham married his wife Victoria in 1999 and the couple have four children together – their eldest, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper.