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Coronation Street actress Vicky Myers has addressed her character Lisa Swain’s real feelings about colleague and dodgy detective Kit Green after recent clashes, with drama ahead

Coronation Street actress Vicky Myers has addressed her character Lisa Swain’s real feelings about colleague and dodgy detective Kit Green(Image: ITV)

There’s plenty more drama on the way for Coronation Street detectives Lisa Swain and Kit Green.

The pair have constantly clashed over the past few months, with Kit’s dodgy policing not exactly going down well with colleague Lisa too. But it’s been teased they could come to an understanding, and the loss of their fellow officer Craig Tinker, who was murdered, could see Lisa be more “protective” of Kit.

Actress Vicky Myers spoke exclusively to The Mirror about what’s ahead, addressing the pair’s relationship and likening it to siblings bickering. She confessed underneath it all, Lisa did care for Kit and the pair were similar, with this being why they likely clash on the job.

With fans often slamming “corrupt” detective Kit for his secret crimes and wrong ways of handling things, Vicky told us that Lisa was keen to “put Kit in line” when needed.

She revealed: “I think there’s definitely more drama ahead between them. But I think after what has happened with Tinker, Lisa really feels like she is this protector.

There’s plenty more drama on the way for Coronation Street detectives Lisa Swain and Kit Green(Image: ITV)

“She sees something in Kit that reminds her of herself but equally, she frustrates him and he does her. She knows not everything he does is above board and it doesn’t sit well with her.”

Vicky went on of them both having done things they shouldn’t in the past: “He has something on her so it all get a little bit conflicted, but underneath it all she sees him very much as a younger brother that needs putting in line every now and again.” So there’s definitely more scenes on the way for Kit and Lisa, with episodes this week certainly leaving fans wanting more.

We also asked Vicky about the looming 65th anniversary for the ITV soap, and that crossover with Emmerdale. She shared: “I’m very excited, for the crossover in particular.

“I am surprised that it’s not been done sooner or before at all. The whole thought of it is exciting. What’s gonna happen I don’t know exactly. I don’t know the story or where it will be.

Vicky told us that Lisa was keen to “put Kit in line” when needed(Image: ITV)

“There’s lots of unanswered questions but the fact it’s happening, for the cast, the crew and the viewers it is gonna be spectacular. It’s been a long time coming. What a year to celebrate that with it being our 65th!”

We also got the lowdown on all things Swarla, with Vicky hoping for more scenes between Lisa and Carla with their “extended family” and in their community. She felt “privileged” to be part of something that people could see themselves in and relate to.

She said: “It’s very much part of the community, it’s great that people can see themselves and see their family on TV. It represents them and they can relate to them and everything they have to navigate. I’m so pleased to have been able to show that. What a privilege it is that I am a part of that.”

Coronation Street viewers think they know who reported Maria Connor to the police after a showdown with Lou Michaelis, with someone close to home tipped to be to blame

Coronation Street viewers think they know who reported Maria Connor to the police (Image: ITV)

There was drama on Coronation Street on Friday night, as a showdown between Maria Connor and Lou Michaelis ended with an arrest.

Maria was horrified when the police came to take her away, with her accused of actual bodily harm. She’d been caught up in a fight with Lou after spotting her trying to steal from Shona Platt.

Her attempt to stop her led to Lou taking a tumble, slamming into a coffee table. As the camera panned back to her she was laying on the floor covered in blood and cuts, with glass everywhere.

She accused Maria of pushing her on purpose, telling the others she had been attacked. As Maria’s partner Gary Windass helped Lou onto her feet, Maria claimed it was an accident and that while she did grab Lou, Lou had tripped over.

With Maria not being believed by some of her neighbours, Gary headed to the hospital with Lou while he begged her not to get the police involved. Gary made it clear he didn’t think it was an accident, telling Maria she needed to apologise.

There was drama on Coronation Street on Friday night, as a showdown between Maria Connor and Lou Michaelis ended with an arrest(Image: ITV)

Maria then accused him of getting too close to Lou, with fans also predicting Lou was trying to get closer to Gary. Gary claimed she was lying about Lou trying to steal money, and also lying about what really happened.

She accused him of fancying her and it led to a row. Things got awkward later on, with Sarah Platt backing Maria and agreeing with her side of the story.

It wasn’t enough though as the police entered the pub and arrested her. But while the obvious culprit behind the report was Lou herself, fans were not convinced.

With upcoming spoilers suggesting Lou denies being involved, fans think they know who really told the police – with an affair plot sealed. Viewers suggested it was Gary behind the call after her refusal to own up and apologise.

Maria accused Gary of getting too close to Lou(Image: ITV)

They think Gary wants Maria out of the way so he can embark on a romance with Lou. Taking to X, one fan suggested: “Gotta be Gary turning Maria in! Lou doesn’t wanna deal with all that, but Gary’s getting so fed up.”

Another fan agreed: “It definitely wasn’t Lou, it was either Gary because he’s sick of it or someone trying to make it look like it was Lou.” A third viewer posted: “Does anyone else think it was Gary who reported Maria to the police? Is he going to have an affair with Lou?”

A further post read: “Maybe he just wanted Maria out the way,” as another fan commented: “Wtf has Gary dobbed Maria to the rozzers?” As for the affair, one fan suggested: “I’m here for Gary and Lou!” as another fan commented: “Gary and Lou affair impending.”

The Loose Women star, 65, whipped up the dish after a ‘very long’ Pilates session this week – the recipe is very straight-forward

Ruth Langsford shared the recipe with fans on Instagram(Image: Karwai Tang/WireImage)

Ruth Langsford has shared a quick salad recipe with fans that’s ideal for a simple lunch. The 65-year-old Loose Women star mentioned that she made it after a ‘very long’ Pilates session this week, showcasing the dish on Instagram.

“Quick, lunch for one,” she wrote. “Did Pilates this morning with @siobhanklloyd after a VERY long time so I thought I’d better follow up with a healthy lunch!”

If you’re eager to try Ruth’s recipe, here are the eight essential ingredients she used.

One portion

Lettuce

 

Chopped cucumber

 

Avocado slices

 

M&S Seafood Sauce

 

Cooked prawns

 

A small volume of milk

 

A sprinkle of black pepper

 

A sprinkle of paprika

To kickstart her recipe, Ruth first chopped her ingredients off-camera before throwing the lettuce, chopped cucumber and lettuce into a dish. She then placed her cooked prawns in a separate bowl before coating them in a generous spoonful of the M&S Seafood sauce.

Once thoroughly mixed together, she popped the prawns on top of the salad in her serving dish. However, she then realised that a little more dressing was needed.

In light of this, she blended more of the seafood sauce with a tiny splash of milk in another separate bowl. She said this helped to loosen the dressing, which she subsequently drizzled over the salad.

Ruth’s simple recipe contains just eight ingredients(Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

As a final touch, paprika and black pepper were sprinkled on top. Ruth added: “Yes…my battery-operated pepper mill has a light!!!”

The TV star’s recipe was quickly showered by comments from fans, with many complementing her straight-forward but delicious-seeming recipe. One person wrote: “Love this Ruth. Looks delicious and healthy.”

Another person added: “Looks lovely Ruth . Great tasty lunch,” while someone else said: “I need that now please.”

Earlier this year, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle hired Meredith Maines as their new chief communication officer, and over the past few months their team has undergone some changes

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hired a new team

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly axed four key staff members following a string of PR blunders. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are said to have parted ways with their LA-based deputy press secretary Kyle Boulia and UK press officer Charlie Gipson. Both of them were hired in April 2024.

Two other members of the couple’s private team have reportedly also left in recent weeks. The changes come after Harry and Meghan appointed a new team, headed by chief communication officer (CCO) Meredith Maines, earlier this year. Meredith confirmed her team is now made up of eight people working across five different time zones.

Harry and Meghan also recently hired Emily Robinson, who previously oversaw global publicity for The Crown from seasons three to six, as their new director of communications.

The Sussexes’ chief communication officer said the team now includes eight people working across five time zones(Image: Anadolu via Getty Images)

Season six of the hit Netflix drama programme aired controversial storylines which included Prince Harry wearing Nazi fancy dress, Princess Diana’s Panorama interview, and scenes depicting Diana as a ghost speaking to Queen Elizabeth II. A source has now claimed more changes could be in the works for the couple, who stepped down as senior royals in 2020 and now live in California with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

The source told Hello! Magazine: “Something tells me there will be another change in the future. Meghan and Harry have hired some of the most incredible people at the top of their fields, yet somehow none of them ever work out.”

Following reports of changes within the Sussexes’ team, their CCO Meredith said in a statement shared with The Mirror: “As the Duke and Duchess’s business and philanthropic interests grow, I have made the strategic decision to move toward a more traditional communications structure of specialist agency support, as previously reported in Forbes and PR Week several weeks ago. Transitioning from a team of two to an agency support staff of eight, operating across five different time zones, will give international media and stakeholders better access, and critically, faster response times to inquiries.”

The Sussexes have recently raised eyebrows over some recent media moments, including an explosive BBC interview Harry gave following the rejection of his appeal against the downgrade of his UK security. In the interview, Harry claimed his father, King Charles, is no longer speaking to him due to the row around his security arrangements while in the UK. He also mentioned the King’s cancer treatment and expressed uncertainty about “how much longer my father has left,” sparking some criticism for fuelling speculation about the monarch’s health.

Meghan was due to attend a charity event on Saturday but it has been cancelled(Image: Getty)

Meghan also recently shared a video of herself twerking alongside Harry in hospital, as she tried to bring on labour while pregnant with Lilibet. The candid Instagram video, which runs for more than a minute, was shared as the pair market Lilibet’s fourth birthday with Meghan explaining: “Four years ago today, this also happened. Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn’t work – there was only one thing left to do!”

And this year the Duchess also launched her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, which received mixed reviews but was a success for the streaming platform, which has already renewed it for a second season. Alongside the series, Meghan also launched her lifestyle brand, As Ever, selling homemade products including raspberry jam, wildflower honey, herbal teas, flower sprinkles, crepe mix, and shortbread cookie mix.

Earlier this week we reported that Meghan was due to attend a charity event in Los Angeles tomorrow, but the bash has been cancelled due to ongoing unrest in the city. The Duchess was scheduled to be the guest of honour at the Museum of Natural History in LA, where she was expected to give a speech about her extensive charity work.

However, as the streets of LA continue to be occupied by protestors facing off against ICE officers, organisers postponed the black-tie Night of Wonder event. Dr. Lori Bettison-Varga, President and Director of the Natural History Museum in LA, said in a statement: “As an institution ‘of, for, and with Los Angeles,’ our responsibility during challenging times is clear: to serve as a community resource focused on healing and unity, not celebration.”

“Los Angeles needs us to channel our energy toward supporting our neighbours and demonstrating the values that make our city and county strong,” her statement continued. The statement went on to clarify that the decision to indefinitely postpone the event was made by the museum’s Board of Trustees, leadership and event partners, who “unanimously agreed” that pausing the event was “the appropriate response to current community circumstances.”

Chief Advancement Officer Paul Bessire added: “We will find a future moment to celebrate our work. Until then, we will channel our energy towards being welcoming spaces for learning and discovery for everyone who walks through our doors.” The museum is expected to reschedule the event for a later date, and will continue with their daily operations and educational programs until the event is back in the calendar.

MADE In Chelsea star Alex Mytton has shared his devastation amid fears that his two friends have died in the Air India crash.

Alex, 33, has penned an emotional message after learning that Fiongal Greenlaw and Jamie Meek were believed to be on the doomed flight yesterday.

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Alex Mytton’s two friends are feared to have died in the Air India crashCredit: Instagram

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Fiongal Greenlaw and Jamie Meek were believed to have died onboard the plane

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The couple had attended Alex’s wellness retreatsCredit: Instagram
The couple, who are known for being wellness gurus, had been enjoying a holiday together in India and had be due to return to London.

Alex, who has hosted Fiongal and Jamie at his own retreats, has now spoken of his heartbreak in a message on Instagram.

Tagging in his girlfriend Helen Wood, Alex wrote: “A bit lost for words and feeling a tad emotionally exhausted so I just want to write a short message so as to get the message out.

“Our lovely friends Fiongal & Jamie were very sadly killed yesterday in the plane crash in India.

“There’s a lot more I want to say about them, as they were very close to @Hannah_woood & I’s heart but right now I just wanted to say that if anybody wants to meet up tomorrow if they’re feeling heavy, sad or just wanna hang out with some other humans I’m gonna be organising a little meet up & hug in the park or along the lines (sorry not making loads of sense atm).

“It feels like there’s a lot of sadness and pain at the moment and just wanted to do something as a vigil to our friends but also for everything else going on at the moment.

“So please if you’re feeling down or even just up for hanging out or just saying hey, it’ll be a bunch of us just chatting and chilling in the park.”

The Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 242 passengers on board – including 53 Brits – smashed into a doctors’ hostel in Ahmedabad in the west of India yesterday.

The plane was headed to London Gatwick when it crashed just moments after take-off.

Brit man, Ajay Kumar Vishwash, 40, cheated death after jumping off the flaming jet – walking away with minor injuries. He is believed to be the sole survivor of the catastrophe.

Earlier this year, the wellness brand founded by 39-year-old Fiongal and Jamie, 45, was promoted on This Morning.

Fiongal appeared on the ITV daytime show earlier this year.

Dermot O’Leary and Alison Hammond paid tribute to the couple at the start of Friday’s episode.

Dermot explained that Fiongal “appeared on This Morning twice this year” adding: “We loved his energy that he brought to the studio.

“Fiongal was on board the plane with his husband.”

Dermot then spoke about how the couple shared videos online before they are believed to have boarded the plane.

“Our thoughts and our prayers go to their loved ones and all those affected by this terrible tragedy.”

Former This Morning editor Martin Frizell has also shared a moving tribute.

Sharing a snap of Fiongal posing with Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley from the show online, Martin penned: “So so sad to hear that Fiongal Greenlaw Meek and his partner are reported to be among the passengers and crew killed today on board the Air India flight bound for Gatwick.

“I remember his visit to the studio in January, he was passionate about auras and although I’m a sceptical sort his vibrancy and sheer enthusiasm won folk over.”

He continued: “And I know for a fact that he hoped to use his appearance on This Morning to build his Wellness brand, he had a great future ahead of him.

“Thoughts are with his family and friends and those of his partner Jamie.”

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Alex and his girlfriend Helen Wood have arranged a vigilCredit: Instagram

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The Made In Chelsea star says he is ’emotionally exhausted’Credit: Instagram

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Alex and his girlfriend Helen were close to Fiongal and JamieCredit: Instagram

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The reality star found fame alongside his pal Jamie Laing on Made In ChelseaCredit: Channel 4

DISGRACED EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick’s job on the soap could be at risk after his disabled slur scandal.

The actor – who has played Jay Brown for 19 years on the BBC soap – was suspended by bosses after he was filmed using a sickening slur while backstage at Strictly Come Dancing.

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Jamie Borthwick’s EastEnders job ‘at risk’ over disabled slur scandalCredit: Getty

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The star has played Jay Brown for 19 yearsCredit: BBC
He issued a grovelling apology to The Sun on Sunday but now sources say it may not be enough to bring the matter to a close.

While Jamie’s suspension isn’t believed to have had a drastic effect on filming schedules or re-writes, it has put a question mark in the industry over his job at the soap.

A source said: “Jamie is well thought of but Jay hasn’t played a central role in the show for a while.

“The character hasn’t had a major storyline recently – he’s been very much a supporting character of late.

“Meanwhile Jamie has been kept busy outside of EastEnders by being given the Strictly Christmas special in 2023 and then the full series last year.

“But consquently on EastEnders he’s barely been seen with about 30 appearances on screen since last summer.

“And with a new boss in Ben Wadey who only recently took the helm and with the scandal taking place so soon into his tenure feeling is that Jamie’s place on the show could be at serious risk.”

Jamie sent shockwaves behind the scenes at the BBC soap’s Elstree-based set last weekend when The Sun On Sunday revealed a video had emerged of him on the set of the dance show last year.

In it, he was seen using the term “m********s” to describe the people of Blackpool, the seaside town where the show was being filmed for its annual special.

Jamie made the shameful remark while the Strictly cast were at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom last November.

The footage – which was sent to a pal – shows him backstage during rehearsals alongside co-star Wynne Evans, who was recently sacked by the BBC.

The pair were excited to learn they had been selected for the Strictly tour, which toured the country earlier this year.

Jamie is then seen laughing, before saying: “Blackpool by the way. Absolute m********s.”

The BBC suspended him from the soap while they investigate the matter.

They said in a statement: “This language is entirely unacceptable and in no way reflects the values or standards we hold and expect at the BBC. We have robust processes in place for this.”

Jamie apologised saying: “I want to apologise sincerely and wholeheartedly for the words I used in the video showing my reaction to making it through Blackpool week on Strictly.

“I am deeply sorry for any offence and upset my words and actions have caused.

“It is no excuse, but I did not fully understand the derogatory term I used and its meaning. That is on me completely.

“Now I am aware, I am deeply embarrassed to have used the term and directed it in the way I did. It was wrong.

“When I made the video, I was excited and caught up in the moment. Again, that is no excuse. But my regrettable actions are not a true reflection of my views, or who I am.

“I enjoyed every minute of my time in the Blackpool Tower Ballroom and the town itself. The people of Blackpool have always been amazing with the Strictly crew, dancers and cast members.

“I know they will be again for this year’s show and those in years to come. I am truly sorry.”

EastEnders has been contacted for comment.

‘Our thoughts and our prayers go to their loved ones’

This Morning has paid tribute to a guest today who is believed to have died in the Air India crash.

Fiongal Greenlaw, 39, and husband Jamie Meek, 45, are thought to have been passengers on the flight to London that crashed on Thursday (June 12) after departure.

Fiongal appeared on This Morning back earlier this year, talking about his wellness brand, which he founded with his husband Jamie.

Following the news of the tragic crash, the ITV show has paid tribute to Fiongal.

Tributes have poured in (Credit: ITV)

This Morning today: ITV show pays tribute to former guest

On Friday (June 13) This Morning returned to screens with Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary back at the helm. At the start of the show, the hosts paid tribute to Fiongal.

Dermot said: “Fiongal appeared on the show twice this year. We loved his energy that he brought to the studio.”

“Fiongal was onboard the plane with his husband Jamie. The couple posted videos online about the flight just before boarding.

“Our thoughts and our prayers go to their loved ones, and all those affected by this terrible tragedy.”

He appeared on This Morning this year (Credit: ITV)

Former This Morning editor also paid tribute

Former This Morning editor Martin Frizell also issued a tribute to Fiongal.

Taking to Instagram, he shared a photo of Fiongal in the studio with presenters Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley.

“So so sad to hear that Fiongal Greenlaw Meek and his partner are reported to be among the passengers and crew killed today on board the Air India flight bound for Gatwick,” Martin said in the caption.

What else did Martin say?

Reflecting on Fiongal’s visit to the show, Martin continued: “I remember his visit to the studio in January, he was passionate about auras and although I’m a sceptical sort his vibrancy and sheer enthusiasm won folk over.”

He added: “And I know for a fact that he hoped to use his appearance on This Morning to build his Wellness brand, he had a great future ahead of him.”

Martin concluded his tribute: “Thoughts are with his family and friends and those of his partner Jamie.”

Air India crash

Only one of 242 people on board the London-bound flight died this week, when it crashed into a residential area in Ahmedabad  shortly after taking off.

According to Air India, there were 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, seven Portuguese nationals, and one Canadian among the victims on board the flight leaving the northwestern Indian state of Gujarat. The sole survivor, British national Vishwashkumar Ramesh is recovering in hospital with his brother saying he “has no idea” how he made it.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hired a new PR executive who has a complicated history with the royal family due to her previous high-powered role

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle hired a brand new director of communications(Image: Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hired a new public relations executive who has a complicated history with the royal family, it has emerged. The Sussexes are said to have hired Emily Robinson as their new Director of Communications, who previously oversaw global publicity for The Crown from seasons three to six.

Season six of the hit Netflix drama programme aired controversial storylines that included Prince Harry wearing Nazi fancy dress, Princess Diana’s Panorama interview, and scenes depicting Diana as a ghost speaking to Queen Elizabeth II. And it seems that due to Ms Robinson’s involvement with the dramatised show, her new employment with the Sussexes has raised eyebrows.

Harry and Meghan’s new Director of Communications has a difficult history with the royal family(Image: Getty Images)

A source told The Mail: “In the circumstances, it’s almost beyond belief that Harry and Meghan would hire someone straight from The Crown.”

Prince Harry has previously expressed support for The Crown, despite its contentious depictions of his family, as he said in a 2021 interview with James Corden: “They don’t pretend to be news. It’s fiction. But it’s loosely based on the truth. Of course, it’s not strictly accurate.”

“It gives you a rough idea about what that lifestyle, what the pressures of putting duty and service above family and everything else, what can come from that.” He added: “I’m way more comfortable with The Crown than I am seeing the stories written about my family, or my wife, or myself.”

Prince Harry has previously admitted that he has watched The Crown and “fact checked” some of their story lines(Image: zz/NDZ/STAR MAX/IPx)

During a 2023 appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Harry spoke candidly about how he feels about the show and its fictionalisation of his family. When asked by the TV host if he had ever watched the programme, Harry candidly said: “Yes, I have actually watched The Crown. The older stuff and the more recent stuff.”

Colbert then asked Harry whether he ‘fact-checked’ the show while watching. The Duke jokingly mimed as though he were taking notes, raising an eyebrow in jest – much to the delight of the audience, who erupted into laughter. He then paused before responding: “Umm… yes I do actually,” which received more fits of giggles..

Speaking to royal author Robert Hardman for his book, The Making of a King: King Charles III and the Modern Monarchy, a source said: “The Prince… rolls his eyes when people say that ‘it’s just drama’. Yet he will not give it any greater publicity by complaining. He doesn’t like the idea of being seen as a complainer all the time.”

King Charles is also thought to have stopped watching the series as began to follow his immediate family members, with a source saying the monarch found the series “too close to the bone” to be enjoyable.
Ms Robinson left her role with The Crown in April 2024, several months after the controversial season aired. A source told the Mail: “She was always very charming and supportive to [creator of The Crown] Peter Morgan and all the actors in The Crown. She is one of the breed of publicists who think that the talent can do no wrong.”

Football star Sir David Beckham’s long awaited knighthood has finally arrived as we take a look at all the hard work he’s put in to receiving the honour from King Charles

Sir David Beckham has waited for years for the day he can officially add the elusive title to his name. After dedicating his life to football, becoming one of England’s greats, and turning his hand to charity, he has finally been recognised for his work.

This week, he was snapped attending the King’s Foundation Awards ceremony at St James’ Palace in London – ahead of the official announcement of his long-awaited knighthood. The football star, who received an OBE for his services to football in 2003, sported an OBE badge in his lapel and a silk pocket square in his jacket pocket.

His long-awaited title will make David a Sir and his wife, Victoria Beckham, a Lady. Speaking of his achievement, Sir David said: “Growing up in East London with parents and grandparents who were so patriotic and proud to be British ,I never could have imagined I would receive such a truly humbling honour.

David has finally become a Sir(Image: Getty Images)

“To have played for and captained my country was the greatest privilege of my career and literally a boyhood dream come true. Off the pitch I have been fortunate to have the opportunity to represent Britain around the world and work with incredible organisations that are supporting communities in need and inspiring the next generation.”

He added in a statement to PA news agency: “I’m so lucky to be able to do the work that I do and I’m grateful to be recognised for work that gives me so much fulfilment. It will take a little while for the news to sink in but I’m immensely proud and it’s such an emotional moment for me to share with my family.”

As Sir David celebrates his momentous achievement, we look at the hard work he put in to get him that all-important title…

Upbringing

Receiving a knighthood would have been more than a distant dream for David when he used to earn £10 a shift collecting glasses at Walthamstow dog track. Telling the aspiring young footballer he would go on to play for Manchester United and Real Madrid, captain England, marry a pop star and become one of the most recognisable faces on the planet, fronting global brands, might well have seemed just as far-fetched.

Born in Leytonstone, east London, David had a trial at local team Leyton Orient and also attended Tottenham’s school of excellence – but his father Ted, a staunch Manchester United fan, remained determined he would go on to play at Old Trafford.

After coming through the club’s academy as part of the famed Class of 92, David announced himself to the Premier League on the opening day of the 1996-97 season with a memorable goal from the halfway line against Wimbledon.

Football

He stands third on the all-time England appearance list with 115 caps(Image: Bob Thomas Sports Photography via Getty Images)

Despite having plenty of doubters, David answered them and more, claiming six Premier League titles and two FA Cups with Sir Alex Ferguson’s all-conquering side as well as a dramatic 1999 Champions League final victory over Bayern Munich at the Nou Camp.

International success, however, proved elusive for David as England’s so-called golden generation repeatedly came up short. In his Netflix series, Beckham, he revealed he still cannot forgive himself for the abuse his family suffered amid the fallout from his red card at the 1998 World Cup.

It came after he kicked the back of Diego Simeone’s leg during the last-16 clash against Argentina in Saint-Etienne, which left him a “mess”. A pub hung up an effigy of the midfielder, and David received a hostile reception from rival fans around the country when he returned to action for United the following season.

Amid all the hate, he went on to become an integral part of the national team. He took on the armband in 2000 for six years through two World Cup tournaments and still stands third on the all-time appearance list with 115 caps.

However, the continued glare of the spotlight off the pitch saw his relationship with Ferguson cool – a cut eye from a boot kicked by the Scot in the changing room further fuelling speculation over his future at United.

In the summer of 2003, having made almost 400 appearances for United and scoring 85 goals, a £ 25 million switch to Real Madrid followed as David became the latest Galactico signing by club president Florentino Perez. He would go on to win the LaLiga title before he departed for LA Galaxy in 2007 and collected the MLS Cup twice, spending two loan stints at AC Milan along the way.

In January 2013, Beckham returned to Europe with Paris St Germain, later announcing his decision to retire at the end of the season, when he signed off with a Ligue 1 winners’ medal.

Charity work and beyond

David is an Ambassador for The King’s Foundation(Image: AP)

David’s impact off the pitch had already long been established before eventually hanging up his boots at the age of 38. Already thinking about life after football during his time in the United States, he became a co-owner of the Inter Miami franchise.

The club entered Major League Soccer for the 2020 campaign and now boasting Lionel Messi on the teamsheet. A multi-million-pound lifetime deal with Adidas, signed in 2003, had secured his financial future away from the game.

David Beckham has officially received his knighthood (Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Other lucrative, high-profile endorsements down the years have ranged from fashion designers Calvin Klein, Armani and Hugo Boss to tech giants Samsung, Haig Club whisky and Stella Artois as well as kitchen appliance manufacturer Ninja. David, who was made an OBE for services to football in 2003, has long been involved with children’s charity UNICEF, and is a co-owner of film production company Studio 99.

In 2024, David was appointed Ambassador for The King’s Foundation which works globally to create sustainable communities through placemaking projects and also transform lives through practical education programmes.

Mark Wright has apologised after sharing a post about a flight home from a holiday with Michelle Keegan on the same day as the news of the Air India plane crash

Mark Wright has apologised for a post he made on the same day as the news of the Air India crash(Image: Getty Images)

Mark Wright has apologised after sharing a post that was deemed insensitive in the wake of the Air India plane crash. He’s since deleted the post and said in a statement on his Instagram Stories that it had been a “horrendous coincidence”.

Mark, 38, and Michelle Keegan, also 38, have been sharing content on Instagram from a holiday to Spain lately. The couple, who were joined by some of his family on the trip, took their three-month-old baby Palma abroad for the first time. They are understood to have already returned to the UK and earlier today Mark is said to have shared a photo of the trio in front of a private jet at an airport. He reportedly teased over having limited leg room on standard flights in the post.

Mark Wright (right), pictured with Michelle Keegan (left), has apologised after sharing a holiday post(Image: Instagram/wrighty_)

The Heart radio host is said to have been met with a backlash over the post amid the news of the Air India flight, which went down shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad. It had been bound for Gatwick Airport in London.

Mark has since apologised for the “mistake,” telling fans that he had scheduled the post, which has now been deleted, in advance. He shared a statement on his Instagram Story, in which he said it had been a “horrendous coincidence”.

He wrote: “I apologise for a post I just put up on my page after today’s heartbreaking events. I have posts from a holiday that are on the scheduled setting, which go out on future days I have set them for which was done last week.”

Mark continued the statement by saying that it was a “coincidence” that it had gone out on the same day as the Air India crash. He told fans that as soon as he realised what had happened, he “immediately” deleted the post.

He added in the message to his followers this evening: “It’s a horrendous coincidence that today’s post was on such a devastating day. Once I logged in to my Instagram and realised the post had gone out, I immediately deleted [it].”

The former TOWIE star concluded by expressing sympathy with anyone affected by the plane crash. He wrote: “My heart goes out to everyone who has been effected from today. I’m sorry for this mistake and any offence caused.”

He’s apologised for the post in light of the news today that an Air India flight has crashed(Image: Instagram/wrighty_)

According to the Sun, Mark had teased over not having extra leg room on the flight home from his holiday with Michelle and their daughter in the post. Seemingly teasing over them not travelling on a private plane, he’s said to have written: “1 day babe, for now we’ll take row 26 with no extra leg room.”

The outlet reports that some of his followers were quick to question the post given the news of the Air India flight. One person is said to have responded to him: “Not really appropriate to put this up after today’s plane crash.”

Another is quoted as having said: “Prob not the best day to post this when so many people lost their lives on a plane.” Whilst a third person reportedly responded to Mark’s now-deleted post at the time: “Poor taste given today’s event.”