Soccer icon David Beckham is reportedly set to receive a knighthood from King Charles III. His wife, Victoria Beckham, would then be referred to as Lady Beckham.

David Beckham is set for a major upgrade — the English soccer legend has officially been named for knighthood by King Charles.

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.