Summary
Actor Idris Elba received a knighthood for his charitable work with young people as part of the New Year Honours. England women's football coach Sarina Wiegman was made an honorary dame for leading her team to victory in the European Championships. Several notable personalities and sports figures were also recognized for their contributions.
Key Facts
- Idris Elba was knighted for his charity work focusing on young people and anti-knife crime initiatives.
- England women's football coach Sarina Wiegman received an honorary dame title for leading the team to win the European Championships.
- Figure skating champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean were recognized with damehood and knighthood, respectively.
- Leah Williamson and several other Lionesses players received various honors for their part in winning the European Championships.
- Comedy actor Meera Syal was awarded a damehood for her contributions to drama and literature.
- Actor Warwick Davis received an OBE for his role in entertainment.
- Singer Ellie Goulding was recognized with an MBE for her work as an environmental ambassador.
- Opera singer Alice Coote and composer Max Richter were made CBEs for their contributions to classical music.
