Beckham was named for knighthood during the King's birthday celebration last week David Beckham is sharing his mother's emotional reaction after he was named for knighthood by King Charles III last week King Charles made the announcement ahead of his birthday celebration David is now Sir David Beckham,

David Beckham receives knighthood from King Charles III, earning the title "Sir Beckham" while his wife Victoria becomes "Lady Beckham."

Former England soccer captain David Beckham, Academy Award winner Gary Oldman and The Who’s frontman Roger Daltrey have been knighted in King Charles III’s birthday honors list.