Arise, Sir David: Football Legend Honoured by the Monarch at Windsor Castle Ceremony
David Beckham received a knighthood at the historic royal residence on the weekday. The former England captain, 50, was among those receiving awards for his services to athletics and philanthropy. Earlier this year, he stated he was “immensely proud” of being recognised in the monarch's annual honors list.
Football Career Highlights
Beckham first appeared in England's top division for the Red Devils in 1995 and was part of the team that earned a thrilling European Cup win in the late nineties when they beat the German giants with last-minute strikes.
In total, he scored 85 goals and collected honours including six Premier League titles and domestic cup wins as a soccer professional, before ending his playing career in 2013. In addition to his sports endeavors, he has backed a number of charity causes, including serving as a charitable representative for humanitarian aid organisation Unicef since 2005.
David Beckham, with his wife Victoria, after receiving his knighthood at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.
Philanthropy and Beyond
Last year, Beckham, who has referred to himself as a “devoted monarchist”, was appointed an official representative for the royal educational charity, an non-profit organization established by the monarch in 1990. In 1998 he was declared most stylish man of the year by a leading publication and he has modelled for brands like the fashion retailer, Armani, and Boss.
David tied the knot with Victoria in 1999 and the pair have a family of four kids together – their eldest, the second son, the third child, and their daughter.
