Idris Elba knighted by King Charles for anti-knife crime work (photos)
Idris Elba was among a host of celebrities who received honours at Windsor Castle today. On June 2, King Charles knighted the actor, activist and musician in an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. Elba, 53, received the honor of knighthood for services to young people.
King Charles, 77, tapped a sword on the actor’s shoulders as he knelt.
Elba’s knighthood was announced in King Charles’ 2026 New Year’s Honours list, and the moment was made official at the investiture ceremony today.
King Charles, Princess Anne and Prince William exclusively helm the ceremonies, handing out knighthoods, damehoods and other recognitions after lists of honorees are announced twice a year.
Idris has been championed for his community empowerment and devotion to educational projects.
He founded the Elba Hope Foundation in 2022, which promotes grassroots action and sustainable development.
The star is no stranger to royal accolades, having received a grant from the Prince’s Trust (now King’s Trust) at the age of 18 to attend the National Youth Music Theatre.
Images circulating on social media that claim to depict the recently abducted school students from…
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing new s£xual battery charges in California. The Los Angeles County…
Football star, Victor Osimhen has insisted that comments made by Super Eagles head coach Éric…
A South African family is demanding justice after their 19-year-old son, Nhlamulo Sambo, was allegedly…
A 30-year-old woman in Homa Bay County, Kenya was found d3ad in her compound shortly…
Rapper Jay-Z has sparked widespread debate after delivering a lengthy freestyle during his headline performance…
This website uses cookies.