Celebrated authors Jilly Cooper, Ian Rankin and Sir Salman Rushdie lead the arts and culture recipients in the first New Year Honours list of King Charles III's reign, recognising their extraordinary contributions to literature.
Football legend David Beckham receives knighthood from King Charles III in regal ceremony attended by wife Victoria and mother Sandra, fulfilling his late grandfather's royal wish.
Discover how acclaimed actor Simon Russell Beale received his real-life knighthood after portraying a monarch in The Crown, and what this honour means for his legendary career.
Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman officially becomes Sir Gary after receiving knighthood from Prince William at Windsor Castle, celebrating his extraordinary 45-year contribution to film and television.
Manchester boxing icon Ricky Hatton has been awarded an honorary knighthood for his services to sport and charity. The 'Hitman' receives the honour from King Charles III in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.
Hollywood icon Morgan Freeman receives an honorary knighthood from King Charles III in a star-studded ceremony at Buckingham Palace's Italian embassy, joining fashion royalty Giorgio Armani and Ralph Lauren.
Acclaimed British director Sir Sam Mendes receives a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours list, recognising his monumental contributions to film and theatre. The list also celebrates broadcaster John Wilson and former footballer Chris Powell.