Inside Sir David Beckham's incredible career as he's finally awarded knighthood

David Beckham has been awarded a knighthood by King Charles for his services to sport and charity. The investiture ceremony took place at Windsor Castle, where his wife Victoria, now Lady Beckham, was also present. This honor follows his previous appointment as an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2003. While the knighthood was a long-awaited achievement, it was preceded by controversy in 2022 when leaked emails from 2017 allegedly showed Beckham expressing a lack of interest in receiving the honor, questioning its purpose. His representatives at the time dismissed these claims as misleading. Despite this past controversy, Beckham, a global celebrity and one of football's most famous players, has a career marked by significant achievements, including over 100 caps for England and winning major league titles in multiple countries. He is also recognized for his charitable work, particularly as a UNICEF ambassador, and his recent role as an ambassador for the King's Foundation. Beckham's career has not been without i... download the app to read more