Footballer Sir David Beckham is set to be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announced the former England captain will be honoured with a ceremony at 6819 Hollywood Boulevard on Friday June 12.
Actor Tom Cruise and Sir David’s wife Victoria will speak at the event, with the 51-year-old receiving the walk’s 2,849th star.
Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez said: “The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome David Beckham to the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
“David Beckham’s recognition with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in the Sports Entertainment category comes at a fitting moment as the United States prepares to host the FIFA World Cup.
View 3 ImagesDavid’s wife Victoria will speak at the prestigious event(Image: AP)
“Beckham’s role in elevating soccer’s profile in America and his lasting influence on sports, entertainment, and global culture make this honour especially meaningful.”
Fans were quick to react to the news, with one writing on X: “Of course he is, he’s a legend!”
Another simply said: “Sir David Beckham, fittingly honoured before the World Cup!” as a follower wrote: “Congratulations to him.”
However, some were left wondering why David, a footballer, had been chosen to be celebrated alongside some of the biggest names in Hollywood. A social media user wrote on X: “Sorry but David Beckham is not a movie star!
“Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame are for the likes of legends Paul Newman and the like. What’s next? Love Island people getting them?” whilst another joked: “David Beckham gets a Hollywood Star. To be fair I’ve loved all the films he’s done!”
A commenter added: “As if David Beckham is getting a Hollywood walk of fame star! Wtf lol!” The recognition comes ahead of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, which gets underway this month in the US, Mexico and Canada.
View 3 ImagesTom Cruise will also make an appearance on the big day(Image: FilmMagic)
Over the years, the major tourist attraction has honoured late Hollywood legends like Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland and Elizabeth Taylor, amongst a host of others.
In more recent times, stars like Daniel Radcliffe, Jennifer Aniston and Macaulay Culkin have all received their own star on the tourist attraction. Just weeks ago, pop star Miley Cyrus was granted the honour, around 20 years after she shot to global fame in the leading role of Disney Channel juggernaut Hannah Montana.
Sir David’s playing career spanned 20 years and saw him become the first English player to win league titles in four countries: England, Spain, the United States and France.
In 2018, he became co-owner of MLS club Inter Miami, which won its first MLS Cup last year. Alongside his football career, he has supported a number of charity causes, including serving as a goodwill ambassador for humanitarian aid organisation Unicef since 2005 Last year, Sir David received a knighthood for his services to sport and charity.
His award was confirmed due to his services to sport and charity. A statement from Beckham at the time read: “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.
“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.
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“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.”
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