David Beckham is set to receive a knighthood in the King’s upcoming Birthday Honours list, Sky News understands.
The former England football captain was awarded an OBE in 2003, on the recommendation of then prime minister Tony Blair, but is now set to receive further recognition.
Beckham, who turned 50 in May, would take on the title of Sir and his wife, former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, would become Lady Beckham, as first reported by The Sun.
Read more: https://news.sky.com/story/david-beckham-to-be-knighted-in-kings-birthday-honours-list-13380004
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