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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Brooklyn Beckham in new legal row after splashing out on £11m mansion and turning his back on parents in UK
Another brand also recently objected to his trademark plans Brooklyn Beckham in new legal row after splashing out on £11m mansion and turning his back on parents in UK BROOKLYN Beckham has been involved in yet another legal battle with a booze brand - this time with a luxury wine company. The 26-year-old has been caught up in a second legal battling regarding trademarking names for his businesses after running into issues with his hot sauce firm and various spin offs with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Advertisement 3 Brooklyn Beckham has been locked in another legal row Credit: Getty 3 Brooklyn and Nicola recently bought their first home in LA Credit: Getty He's currently battling the makers of alcohol brand Becks over his application to rubber stamp the name 'Becks Buns'. But now we can reveal that he was involved in another tussle with an alcohol maker when trying to trademark 'C23', which is the shortened name of his hot sauce brand Cloud23. A California wine business, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, shot back at his plans, which were lodged officially by his company, Buster Hot Sauce Inc, against the trademark. The business is a luxury alcohol brand based in the wine region of Napa Valley, known for being frequented by A-listers. Advertisement Amongst some of the company's products are the very pricey Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard which is known as the Cask 23. Depending on the year of the vintage, a bottle can set you back a few grand with the Cask 23 Cab Sav from 2018 currently selling for around £2,000. Cask 23 is currently stocked at luxury retailers including Selfridges, the most recent one is from 2021 and costs around £280. In order to avoid a battle with the company, Brooklyn's firm deleted the classification of all types of booze from the application they made. Advertisement A rep for Brooklyn could not be reached for comment. So far, Brooklyn hasn't managed to trademark any of the names related to his hot sauce company, namely, two versions Cloud 23, C23 and Becks Buns. Brooklyn Beckham takes swipe at David and Victoria amid 'family feud' as he shares tribute to wife Nicola Peltz The Sun first revealed earlier this month how the brand behind Beck's beer had objected to his plans. The beer's German parent firm Brauerei Beck & Co has opposed it and been granted an extension until next month to file documents. Advertisement The company is part of alcohol giant AB InBev, which produces one in four lagers sold worldwide, including Stella Artois and Budweiser as well as Beck's. Brooklyn launched his first hot sauce, Cloud 23, last year and said: 'It's been a passion project of mine for the last 2½ years, something I've literally put everything into. "I've never worked so hard on anything in my life.' His parents attended the launch event in LA. Advertisement However, insiders said their relationship has 'never been more fractured' amid the ongoing Beckham family feud. As the feud rumbles on, it was revealed that Brooklyn had splashed out a cool £11million alongside his wife Nicola on a new Hollywood mansion. It means he has put down roots 5,540 miles from his London-based dad David and mum Victoria - and shows no sign of returning home any time soon. Last night a source said: 'Brooklyn's wife is American, as are her family whom he adores, and he feels his life now is Stateside. Advertisement 'As an influencer he can work from anywhere but Brooklyn believes he has more opportunities in LA. It will be a dagger to the heart for his parents. "Until now, the couple have always been renting so there was hope his relocation wouldn't be permanent. 'This house purchase quashes any last hopes.' 3 He has been unlucky when it comes to his trademark battles Credit: Getty
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Brooklyn Beckham in new legal row after splashing out on £11m mansion and turning his back on parents in UK
BROOKLYN Beckham has been involved in yet another legal battle with a booze brand - this time with a luxury wine company. The 26-year-old has been caught up in a second legal battling regarding trademarking names for his businesses after running into issues with his hot sauce firm and various spin offs with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. 3 3 He's currently battling the makers of alcohol brand Becks over his application to rubber stamp the name 'Becks Buns'. But now we can reveal that he was involved in another tussle with an alcohol maker when trying to trademark 'C23', which is the shortened name of his hot sauce brand Cloud23. A California wine business, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, shot back at his plans, which were lodged officially by his company, Buster Hot Sauce Inc, against the trademark. The business is a luxury alcohol brand based in the wine region of Napa Valley, known for being frequented by A-listers. Amongst some of the company's products are the very pricey Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard which is known as the Cask 23. Depending on the year of the vintage, a bottle can set you back a few grand with the Cask 23 Cab Sav from 2018 currently selling for around £2,000. Cask 23 is currently stocked at luxury retailers including Selfridges, the most recent one is from 2021 and costs around £280. In order to avoid a battle with the company, Brooklyn's firm deleted the classification of all types of booze from the application they made. A rep for Brooklyn could not be reached for comment. So far, Brooklyn hasn't managed to trademark any of the names related to his hot sauce company, namely, two versions Cloud 23, C23 and Becks Buns. The Sun first revealed earlier this month how the brand behind Beck's beer had objected to his plans. The beer's German parent firm Brauerei Beck & Co has opposed it and been granted an extension until next month to file documents. The company is part of alcohol giant AB InBev, which produces one in four lagers sold worldwide, including Stella Artois and Budweiser as well as Beck's. Brooklyn launched his first hot sauce, Cloud 23, last year and said: 'It's been a passion project of mine for the last 2½ years, something I've literally put everything into. "I've never worked so hard on anything in my life.' His parents attended the launch event in LA. However, insiders said their relationship has ' never been more fractured ' amid the ongoing Beckham family feud. As the feud rumbles on, it was revealed that Brooklyn had splashed out a cool £11million alongside his wife Nicola on a new Hollywood mansion. It means he has put down roots 5,540 miles from his London-based dad David and mum Victoria - and shows no sign of returning home any time soon. Last night a source said: 'Brooklyn's wife is American, as are her family whom he adores, and he feels his life now is Stateside. 'As an influencer he can work from anywhere but Brooklyn believes he has more opportunities in LA. It will be a dagger to the heart for his parents. "Until now, the couple have always been renting so there was hope his relocation wouldn't be permanent. 'This house purchase quashes any last hopes.' 3
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
PR-savvy and now finally a knight - Beckham always knew how to turn on the charm
A sporting icon courted by prime ministers past and present, newly knighted Sir David Beckham is renowned for being extremely media savvy. Never more so than when I interviewed him for Sky News at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, after he took part in the closing ceremony having played a key role in London's winning bid to host the 2012 Games. Speaking about Sir Alex Ferguson in the interview, canny Sir Becks heaped praise on his old boss in our interview. But he'd been less complimentary about his old boss in a conversation with prime minister , I later learned. I'd travelled to Beijing with Mr Brown, via Afghanistan, and we spent the final evening of the Games at the handover party, when - then London mayor - famously spoke in his speech about "wiff waff" (table tennis) coming home. During his Beijing visit, Mr Brown had been promoting the idea of a Great Britain football team competing at the 2012 Games and there was speculation about being the team's coach. "Aah, Sir Alex," Becks said wistfully and apparently affectionately when I asked him about being re-united with his former Manchester United manager during the interview. "Like a father to me." Later, on the flight home to the UK, when I told Gordon Brown about the interview, the prime minister laughed. "That's funny," he said. "Why?" I asked him. He replied: "He told me 'If Sir Alex is manager, he won't pick me!'" played for Fergie at Manchester United from 1995 until 2003, when he joined Real Madrid amid claims that Ferguson disapproved of the player's showbiz lifestyle. By 2008 he was playing for LA Galaxy in the US. But despite his canny, PR-savvy answers in my interview, I saw him work the room that night in Beijing and glad-hand relentlessly. He gave every interview asked of him and turned on the charm on behalf of UK PLC to everyone present. For politicians and prime ministers, sportsmen and women like Beckham are pure gold. was also a fan and was photographed sitting alongside Becks at the London Games. When "Goldenballs", as wife Victoria called him, retired from football a year later, a No 10 spokesman gushed: "The prime minister's view is that David Beckham has been an outstanding footballer throughout his career. "But not only that, he has been a brilliant ambassador for this country, not least if we remember all the work he did on helping us win London 2012." Read more from Sky News: There was indeed a Great Britain men's football team at the Olympics, but it was coached by former England legend Stuart Pearce, not Sir Alex. And Pearce, nicknamed "psycho" for his aggressive style on the pitch, didn't pick Becks either, though he claimed he'd faced pressure from Downing Street to include him. Then in 2017, David Cameron's former spin doctor Craig Oliver claimed a senior Tory cabinet minister - thought to have been - suggested giving Becks a peerage and appointing him sports minister in a 2013 cabinet reshuffle. That never happened either, obviously, though at least - just like his "father figure" Sir Alex.
Daily Mail
12-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
How Brooklyn Beckham is aiming to emulate David's empire as he follows in his father's footsteps with multiple brand deals amid trademark dispute with Beck's beer
While a devastating feud has driven a deep divide between Brooklyn and his parents, one thing is for sure the eldest son certainly knows how to 'Brand It Like A Beckham'. From watches, to coffee machines, designer fashion labels and even mattresses, David has earned millions as the face of companies around the world. And Brooklyn, 26, is keen to follow in the former footballers footsteps as he attempts to emulate his dad's empire. Last October the wannabe chef launched his own hot sauce brand Cloud23 with the view to add to his £10million fortune with his own personal brand as he applied to trademark 'Becks Buns'. However the star hit a bump in the road this week when he reportedly became embroiled in a trademark dispute with Beck's beer after trying to expand the hot sauce business. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The Sun reported that Beck's beer, owned by Brauerei Beck & Co, has challenged it. A source told the publication that the parent firm of Beck's beer has opposed his Becks Buns trademark and has been granted a one-month extension to file documents relating to their challenge. Yet it seems Brooklyn isn't going to let the hindrance deter him and the star is amassing an impressive portfolio to rival David's. David kicked off his endorsements with a £4million Brylcreem deal back in 1997 and has been adding to his partnerships ever since. And while it's not known exactly how much David has earned from all his brand deals, he has an estimated net worth of £372million ($450m). Nespresso Last year David starred in a heartwarming Nespresso Christmas Advert, with a playful nod to his football career. The Inter Miami FC owner slipped on his navy wellington boots and played football with the snowman in goal. The advert starts with David wanting to cheer up the sad, melting snowman as he heads to his wardrobe to pick out a football kit and gloves. David placed a Nespresso pod on the snowman's nose, before quickly stealing it to make a victory coffee after scoring a goal. The footballer said: 'I had a great time making this festive film with Nespresso - I love this time of year, being with friends and family, having fun, and making memories.' David joined the Nespresso advertising campaign in November 2023 and joined the likes of George Clooney and Bridgerton star Simone Ashley as an official face of the home-brewed coffee brand. While it hasn't been revealed how much David's new partnership is worth, The Evening Standard reported that George has made a whopping $40million from the partnership. Stella Artois David launched his partnership with the alcohol brand last year and he kicked off the 'David and Dave' campaign in January. The ad showed the star in a pub with his parents, who are played by actors. His mum said: 'We have something to tell you,' before his dad added, 'You have a twin we never told you about — left him in America'. David replied: 'I always knew there was something missing,' as his dad explained they called him 'other David'. The latest add in April saw Becks join the brand's longtime poster boy Matt Damon, who was revealed as the 'Other David'. After bonding over their love of the Belgian beer they also slipped into gym wear for a a game of pickle ball, which 'Other David' mistook for ping pong. Sharing the clip to his grid, David wrote: 'Finding Other David was only the beginning… The Beckham brothers are taking over'. Ninja's kitchen appliances David appeared in the festive ad for Ninja's kitchen appliances, however the collaboration didn't quite go to plan. His deal with SharkNinja is understood to be worth £1million, but the Christmas advert left viewers seething with the popular brand. The ad saw David left to sort Christmas dinner on his own, with no time to spare - a near impossible task he only manages with the help of his handy Ninja accessories. But the ex-England skipper's apparent indoor use of a wood-fired oven, worth £350 and primarily designed for outdoor use, has resulted in the brand being reported to the Advertising Standards Authority. Guidance from Ninja's own user manual reads: 'DO NOT use indoors. If used under overhead cover, toxic fumes, including carbon monoxide, may accumulate and cause serious bodily injury or death.' SharkNinja representatives have since confirmed that all scenes involving the oven were filmed outdoors, while the festive commercial was given a green light by advertising clearance organization Clearcast prior to launching on national television. BOSS campaign The star sent fans into meltdown with a steamy advertisement for BOSS underwear in January for the launch of the BOSS ONE Bodywear collection. The extended version of the video sees the former footballer strip off for a shower scene in a 007 style montage. In a strange twist, he then sits down to watch TV, practises his pool and sits down for an evening meal. Those who weren't distracted by is incredible physique couldn't help but notice his dinner of choice was a bowl of cereal. Daniel Grieder, CEO of HUGO BOSS, said: 'The launch of the BOSS ONE Bodywear collection marks another milestone and a new chapter in our long-term strategic partnership with David Beckham. 'It is also a testament to our joint dedication to style and excellence. Bodywear is an iconic product group, and with this campaign, we aim to inspire customers and fans of the brand worldwide more than ever.' After becoming a global ambassador in August 2024, David said: 'Over the last few years, I've been wanting to invest more time in design and fashion, but wanted to ensure I collaborated with a brand and team that could deliver something truly global and impactful. 'I've really enjoyed the collaboration with BOSS so far and have been impressed by the team's ambition, creativity, and desire for excellence. 'I look forward to sharing what we've been working on so far, including the Fall/Winter 2024 campaign as the first step in our long-term partnership.' Meanwhile in May 2024, David was unveiled as AliExpress Global Ambassador, an international online retail marketplace based in China. The star has also been a brand ambassador for Tudor for over six years and has starred in numerous of campaigns. In November last year, David became an ambassador for TEMPUR Mattress. He also serves as a goodwill ambassador for Unicef and in 2015 he launched 7: The David Beckham Unicef Fund, his own arm of the charity. He has also been the face of Haig Club scotch whisky for the last nine years, advertising the alcoholic drink in a slew of promotional campaigns. However, David ended his partnership with the booze brand last year, with all of the social media profiles set to inactive. But how is his son's portfolio coming together? Cloud23 Brooklyn announced the launch of his new hot sauce brand Cloud23, available exclusively at Whole Foods shops in the UK back in October. Cloud 23, named after the No.23 jersey his father wore at Real Madrid and LA Galaxy, comes in two variants – Sweet Jalapeno and Hot Habanero. Priced at a steep £15 a bottle, the oldest of the Beckham children has created two flavours as well as a range of clothing merchandise. Taking to his Instagram account in October, Brooklyn shared video of a truck, emblazoned with the Cloud23 logo and a small crowd gathered at his pop up shop, keen for a taste. After launching the hot sauce, he told Delish magazine: 'I did my research and I just felt like there was this hole in the market with luxury condiments, especially for a really good price.' Brooklyn told InStyle magazine last June ahead of the launch: 'It's nice, because it's so broad. You can use it in spicy margaritas, you can use it on chicken, you can use it on sushi.' Priced at a steep £15 a bottle, the oldest of the Beckham children has created two flavours as well as a range of clothing merchandise He added: 'I can't say what, exactly, it is, but it's in the food space. It's been a passion project of mine for the last two-and-a-half years, something I've literally put everything into. I've never worked so hard on anything in my life.' Brooklyn put his own funds into the project, too. 'I had to find a distributor... finding a CEO is very difficult, especially for a start-up. The first year was just me — I put a lot of money in to start it on my own — and then maybe under a year ago, I got investors.' And through his sauce company the star has also teamed up with multiple restaurants and food brands. Earlier this year he collaborated with Sally's Apizza to create the Angel Fire which head chef Bret Lunsford cooked up with Brooklyn's hot sauce. The white base was loaded with hot habanero chicken, pepperoni, whipped ricotta, Cloud23 Sweet Jalapeño Pepperoni Sauce, pecorino, and basil. He also teamed up with Mimi Chengs in New York to create the Cubano Dumpling, Berkshire pork, smoked ham, pickles, melty Swiss cheese, and toasted garlic breadcrumbs—pan-fried to crispy perfection and served with C23 Sweet Jalapeño crema . Barilla Brooklyn teamed up with Barilla pasta as he continued to add to his food brand portfolio. Taking to Instagram in April, the budding chef tucked into a plate of tomato pasta as he educated fans on the art of Scarpetta - an Italian tradition all about soaking up every last bit of sauce. Sharing how excited he was to be working with the brand he penned: 'Al Bronzo pasta is made using a classic bronze-cut method that gives the pasta this amazing texture that holds sauce perfectly – achieving the ultimate Scarpetta. 'For me, pasta means family – and like Barilla, I love bringing everyone together for a shared meal around the table.' He has also shared recipes with the brand creating the viral vodka pasta which incorporates his own Cloud23 sauce. Brooklyn teamed up with Barilla pasta as he continued to add to his food brand portfolio in April Mora Mora Brooklyn Beckham teased his next business venture back in January as he promoted a new 'Cloud smoothie' on Instagram. Collaborating with plant-based Mexican restaurant Mora Mora, Brooklyn took fans through a step-by-step of how to make his new smoothie. The caption read: 'Brooklyn's Cloud smoothie by @brooklynpeltzbeckham Made with @birdman_life Falcon Vanilla Protein, mango, banana, coconut yogurt, hemp, water and coconut cream with berries. 'A cloudy smoothie that will fuel your resolutions to start the year on the right track. 'It doesn't have Cloud23 sauce, but it actually tastes amazing with a drop of sweet jalapeño'. Typhur Air Fryer Back in September 2023 Brooklyn signed a deal to endorse the £500 Typhur Air Fryer as he took to Instagram to promote the product and show fans how it works. In the caption he wrote: 'Excited to be starting a new partnership with @Typhur_culinary, a company that combines cooking science + tech. Here's a sneak peak of their new Dome air fryer. More to come!' Brooklyn has previously discussed his passion for cooking after receiving backlash for his 'disastrous' kitchen tutorials. He left fans in stitches as he filmed yet another cooking video with a huge hole in his tracksuit bottoms after coming under fire for his tutorials. He took to Instagram to share a reel which showed step-by-step how to make a grilled cheese sandwich. Unimpressed fans were quick to roast the star over his 'boring' and 'unnecessary' tutorial while others couldn't help but notice his fashion faux pas in the video. UberEats Continuing to combine business with his love of food, the star teamed up with food-delivery operator UberEats to open a pop-up eatery in east London for two days in January 2024. As well as serving Brooklyn's signature English breakfast sandwich, it also offered more elaborate items, such as a Chinese-style 'dim sum' dish and a 'Wagyu beef Bolognese'. Brooklyn's connections meant he was able to launch the enterprise on one of the US's biggest television programmes, ABC's Good Morning America. Speaking of his new venture, he told the Mail: 'I've been lucky enough to live in some pretty cool places. 'I got my wife on Indian and Chinese takeaway. She's obsessed with it now. 'My Nanny Peggy taught me how to make her English Breakfast sandwich when I was five, and it's been my favourite ever since. 'I've always been into trying different foods, cuisines, and cultures, but that was one of my earliest memories of loving cooking. 'Spending time in the kitchen is definitely something me and my dad bond over... even though I think I make my English Breakfast sandwich better, he does make a pretty good one!' Tiffany & Co Brooklyn and his wife Nicola have also made sure to monetise their relationship, much like his parents Victoria and David. Back in 2023 they posed for a series of loved-up snaps as they promoted jewellery brand, Tiffany & Co. The married couple opted for matching white shirts, with Brooklyn looking at his wife adoringly in one shot while she gathered up her raven tresses. In another, he put a hand through his hair and looked down while Nicola glanced at the camera as her locks flowed down her back. Nicola and Brooklyn both accessorised with an array of Tiffany jewellery including hoop earrings and bangles as she penned: 'Celebrating everyday with you and our incredible bond I love u Brooklyn.' Superdry Brooklyn attempted to make a foray into the fashion world back in 2021 after he became Superdry's new brand ambassador in a £1 million deal. Superdry boss Julian Dunkerton said: 'To have the endorsement of Brooklyn is a testament to what we're doing as a brand. 'As a business, we want to effect positive change for present and future generations, a generation that Brooklyn is speaking to.' However, Brooklyn drew criticism for an apparent conflict with some of his other business ventures. Social-media users pointed out that he was promoting Superdry's vegan trainers despite being a meat-eating chef who has been filmed cooking steak. And in July 2022 the fashion firm ended its deal with Brooklyn. A Superdry spokesman said at the time: 'We always review the ambassadors who feature in our campaigns and decided to work with a different range of talent.' Brooklyn has also fronted campaigns on his Instagram account with new Japanese sake brand, WESAKE, which he co-founded; Twinkly, a lighting brand; Wendy's burger chain; and Silk Nextmilk, a plant-based milk. He has also worked with Get Your Guide, Pepe Jeans and Jaguar. One friend previously said: 'Brooklyn is a magnet for brands and he is making a lot of money. It is unbelievable how much he is earning.' Using any opportunity to work with a brand, Brooklyn promoted linen company Frette at the same time as declaring his love for his wife on Instagram on Wednesday. Brooklyn showed off his love letter tattoo on his back from his wife in which Nicola claims they can 'get through it together.' The poem, which she wrote before their wedding day in 2022, reads: 'My forever boy. Read this anytime you feel anxious. I want you to know how deeply loved you are. 'You have the kindest heart I've ever met and hope I never go a day without your love. I think you are so incredible.' Holding a stack of folded white linen in the shot he captioned it @fretteofficial. Brooklyn and Nicola have been engulfed in the escalating rift, with his parents believed to be concerned about the influence the billionaire heiress has over their eldest son. He has reportedly 'told his famous family that he wants no contact' with them in the latest devastating turn of their ongoing feud. While a source close to him denied the claims, a source told Page Six: 'Brooklyn told his family he wants no contact and he's not responding to those that try to connect.' According to the publication, the eldest Beckham boy has had no communication with his family following father David's knighthood being announced last week and only learned of the news in the media alongside the rest of the world. Denying he'd asked for no contact, a source close to Brooklyn told the publication: 'Everyone's focus should be David Beckham 's great honour'.
Scottish Sun
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Full list of knighted British footballers revealed as David Beckham joins exclusive club – can you name them all?
A non-Brit was also given an honorary knighthood SIR OF THE MOMENT Full list of knighted British footballers revealed as David Beckham joins exclusive club – can you name them all? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DAVID BECKHAM has joined an exclusive club after becoming the latest British football star to receive a knighthood. Golden Balls will officially arise as Sir Becks after SunSport exclusively revealed he will be knighted in the King's Birthday Honours next week. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 10 David Beckham will join an exclusive list of British football stars when he is knighted Credit: Getty 10 Sir Gareth Southgate was the most recent to be honoured earlier this year Credit: PA 10 Sir Alex Ferguson was knighted when he led Man Utd to the Treble in 1999 Credit: PA:Press Association 10 Sir Bobby Robson received his award in 2002 Credit: AFP Beckham, 50, has long yearned for a knighthood after his services to the beautiful game. And Spice Girl wife Victoria will benefit by becoming Lady Beckham. Former Manchester United star Becks, who played 115 times for England and has made major contributions to charity, has struck up a firm friendship with King Charles. He will now join an exclusive group of other British football personalities to receive royal knighthoods. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL NOW WE'RE BOTH POSH! David Beckham to be awarded knighthood after string of near misses But just 16 names are already on the list. The first was Sir Charles Clegg, who received his award in 1927 after both playing for England and later serving as chairman and president of the FA. He was followed by Sir Stanley Rous in 1949, a former referee who was also the sixth president of FIFA. England legend Sir Stanley Matthews next received one in 1965 while still being an active player, having become the first person to win the European Footballer of the Year award. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS World Cup-winning manager Sir Alf Ramsey then got his in 1967, a year after leading the Three Lions to glory against West Germany. And in 1968 it was the turn of Man United icon Sir Matt Busby, the first manager of an English team to win the European Cup. David Beckham to finally be awarded knighthood after string of near misses & disappointments over more than a decade 10 Sir Matt Busby was given his knighthood in 1968 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 10 SunSport exclusively revealed Sir Tom Finney's award in 1998 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 10 Sir Geoff Hurst got his award in 1998 Credit: PA:Press Association Fast forward 10 years later and Sir Walter Winterbottom was the next to receive a knighthood after becoming the first-ever England gaffer in 1946. Sir Bert Millichip then got one in 1991 after his time as chairman of the FA. Three years later it was Sir Bobby Charlton's turn, having previously been award a CBE and an OBE. In 1998, both Sir Geoff Hurst and Sir Tom Finney were knighted by the Queen - with news of the latter's honour exclusively revealed by SunSport. And one year later Sir Alex Ferguson received his after leading Man United to the Treble. 10 Sir Trevor Brooking was knighted in 2004 Credit: Alamy 10 Sir Kenny Dalglish received his title in 2018 Credit: PA 10 Brazil legend Pele was given an honorary knighthood in 1997 Credit: AP:Associated Press Newcastle legend Sir Bobby Robson was then knighted in 2002 thanks to his iconic career in the dugout. Sir Trevor Brooking followed two years later, with Sir Dave Richards honoured in 2006. Sir Kenny Dalglish then became the next 12 years later in 2018 thanks to his brilliant time with Liverpool as both boss and player. And in January, Sir Gareth Southgate was awarded for leading England for successive second-place finishes at the European Championships. Now, it's Beckham's turn to take his place among the pantheon of British football legends. But an additional knighthood has also been given to a non-Brit, with the late Brazilian legend Pele receiving an honorary one in 1997.
