David Beckham, Gary Oldman and Roger Daltrey knighted in King’s birthday honours
The highlights of the King’s Birthday Honours list
- Elaine Paige, Penny Mordaunt, David Beckham, Gary Oldman, and Roger Daltrey are among those recognised in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours list.
- Antony Gormley, sculptor of the Angel of the North, was made a Companion of Honour for his services to art.
- David Beckham received a knighthood for his services to sport and charity, after being under consideration for over a decade.
- Elaine Paige and Roger Daltrey were both honoured for their contributions to charity and music.
- Several individuals were honoured for their charitable work, including Dr Anna Lisbet Kristina Rausing and her brother Hans Kristian Anders Ruben Rausing, as well as campaigners against knife crime and founders of children's cancer charities.