David Beckham has been finally awarded a knighthood after he was included in King Charles' Birthday Honours List. Beckham, 50, is one of many whose individual contribution to Great Britain have been recognised by the head of state.

Former England football captain David Beckham has been knighted in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport and his longstanding dedication to charitable causes.

LONDON (Reuters) -Former England soccer captain David Beckham and actor Gary Oldman were knighted in King Charles' annual birthday honours list on Saturday, while sculptor Antony Gormley was made a Companion of Honour.