Sir David Beckham has formally received his knighthood from King
Charles in the castle that’s home to royal chivalry.
The ceremony took place at Windsor Castle where King Edward III
founded the famous order of chivalry, the Order of the Garter.
Sir David received a KBE from The King for his services to sport
and to charity.
His wife, now Lady Beckham, watched from close by as Sir David
knelt on the red velvet stool presented to him and bowed his head
as King Charles tapped a sword on either shoulder.
His parents, Ted and Sandra Beckham, also witnessed the special
moment.
King Charles and the new knight then chatted for several minutes
with both laughing and smiling during their conversation.
Sir David Beckham then walked
backwards, away from The King, before stopping to bow again. He
left the room hand in hand with Lady Beckham.
Victoria, Lady Beckham, designed the three piece suit that the
new knight wore to collect his honour. It was modelled on a suit
worn by King Charles in his younger days – Sir David is well known
for his long standing support of the Royal Family and it appears
this now spreads to his wardrobe.
Speaking after the ceremony, Sir David said ”I couldn’t be
prouder….I’ve always said how important the monarchy is to my
family.”
Lady Beckham also helped dress another of the famous faces
collecting their honours at Windsor Castle on the same day. Dame
Elaine Page received her DBE from King Charles for services to
music and to charity. She was wearing a striking blue coat dress
with matching feathered hat and a handbag from Victoria
Beckham.
Sir Kazuo Ishiguro was also honoured at the ceremony – he became
a Companion of Honour.
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