DAVID Beckham has been made a charity ambassador by King Charles — giving his knighthood credentials a boost. The royal appointment was announced yesterday, with the thrilled former England football captain telling of his “excitement” at teaming up with the monarch. A new photograph of the pair laughing helplessly together at the King’s estate — with Becks dressed like a country gent — was also released.
The move comes after The Sun on Sunday revealed last month how the pair bonded over a jar of honey during a recent private meeting at the monarch’s Gloucestershire residence. Ex-Manchester United ace Becks, 49 , surprised the King, 75 , last year with a jar of his homemade honey then chatted about their passion for beekeeping. Nature-lover Charles was also impressed by Beckham’s knowledge and passion for the countryside.
Now the father-of-four has been formally appointed as an ambassador of The King’s Foundation — the monarch’s charity founded in 1990. A source said: “The King and David Beckham have really bonded over their similar interests. “This is a massive thing for him and he’s delighted.
He is really passionate about his new role.” The Foundation focuses on “creating better communities where people, places and the planet can coexist in harmony”. Charles invited Beckham to Highgrove to learn more about the charity, and the former footie star met woodworking and embroidery students.
Tours of the grounds help to fund workshops and cou.
