has claimed that he received a from , despite the cloud of hanging over him. The 64-year-old actor faced accusations in 2017 but was cleared in a last year and again acquitted of sexual assault charges in London in 2023. Yet, Spacey is bracing for another legal battle in the UK with a civil trial on the horizon next year after further claims of sexual assault, which he vehemently denies.
Back in June 2016, the then-Prince Charles awarded Spacey an honorary knighthood for his contributions to theatre, allowing him to add KBE to his name, though not the title 'Sir' as he's not a Commonwealth citizen. The honor came just before the storm of assault allegations broke. In a candid chat with Piers Morgan, Spacey admitted he hasn't had direct contact with the King but did receive a "message" through intermediaries post-scandal.
"No, I haven't heard from him directly, no," Spacey told Piers, but confirmed when probed about indirect communication: "That may be true. I heard a message, yes, and I'm very, very grateful for that." Pressed on whether it was supportive, he affirmed: "Yes.
" In a heartfelt confession to Piers, Spacey admitted that it "meant a lot to him" before swiftly adding: "I don't want to drag him into all of this." He admitted having penned a letter to the King, although it remains unsent. Buckingham Palace has been contacted by The Mirror for comment.
During the explosive interview, Spacey confessed to Piers about his misconduct towards other individuals. When grilled.
