As conversation naturally shifted to the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament, King Charles discussed England’s recent “bad luck” when he reunited with former footballer David Beckham at a prestigious awards ceremony attended by numerous celebrity ambassadors.
The national squad experienced an unexpected 1-0 defeat to Iceland in a friendly match last Friday, just before Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions departed for the tournament. David reassured the King, saying, “Warming up, we’ll be okay.”
The 75-year-old monarch was accompanied by a plethora of celebrity ambassadors at the King’s Foundation Awards held at St James’s Palace on Tuesday night. Attendees included Sir Rod Stewart and his wife, Loose Women star Penny Lancaster, actress Sienna Miller, supermodel Naomi Campbell, and former British Vogue editor Edward Enninful.
Beekeeping Buddies
The former sporting star said: “Having developed a love for the countryside I’m also on a personal mission to learn more about rural skills which is so central to the foundation’s work.
“It was inspiring to hear from the King about the work of His Majesty’s foundation during my recent visit to Highgrove Gardens – and compare beekeeping tips!”
All Smiles
David, who shares four children with former Spice Girl and fashion designer, Victoria Beckham, presented the Emerging Talent Award at the ceremony.
Tonight’s the Night
Sir Rod Stewart was greeted with a warm handshake from the King. The British pop icon, 79, said that he and his wife Penny “are so honoured to be ambassadors for the King’s Foundation”.
A kiss for the King
Penny Lancaster, who wowed in a metallic dress, embraced the King with a hug and a kiss as they spoke at the awards ceremony.
Giggles at the Palace
After handing out awards, Penny, Sir Rod and David all shared a joke as the singer held up a ten-pound note with Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait.
