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 Makes an Emotional Statement After King Charles' Announcement originally appeared on Parade. Each year, King Charles chooses to knight people who have made significant contributions in the commonwealth through his Birthday Honours service, and this year, a legendary English athlete was among them: David Beckham.