David Beckham knighted - 11 years after 'red flag' blocked the honour Former footballer among celebs and politicians recognised in King's Birthday Honours 2025 King Charles met newly-knighted David Beckham at the Chelsea Flower Show last month. (Image: Getty Images ) Former England football captain David Beckham said he “never could have imagined I would receive such a truly humbling honour” after being knighted in the King’s Birthday Honours. Sir David, who was made an OBE in 2003, receives a knighthood alongside actor Gary Oldman and The Who singer Roger Daltrey. ? Strictly Come Dancing presenting duo Tess Daly and...