The King’s Birthday Honours list has been published, recognizing notable figures across various fields. Leading artist Tracey Emin, pop icon Simon Le Bon, and actress Imelda Staunton are among those honored.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden, singer Heather Small, and actor Alex Jennings also received accolades. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown was awarded the highest honor, Companion of Honour, for his public and charitable services.
Sir Alan Bates, who highlighted the Horizon IT scandal, was also honored for his efforts.
The list includes 1,000 recipients acknowledged for their significant impact on British society. Former Labour leader Gordon Brown expressed his humility in receiving the Companion of Honour, while Olympic cyclist Mark Cavendish was knighted for his contributions to cycling and charity.
Historian Professor Niall Ferguson received a knighthood for his work in history.
Damehoods were awarded to artist Tracey Emin and actress Imelda Staunton for their contributions to art and drama. English designer Anya Hindmarch was recognized for her services to fashion.
Scottish writer Armando Iannucci received a CBE for his achievements in film and TV, and actor Alex Jennings was honored for his services to drama. Musician Simon Le Bon was made an MBE for his contributions to music and charity.
Amy Dowden was honored for her fundraising and awareness efforts regarding inflammatory bowel disease, and Rose Ayling Ellis received an MBE for her voluntary services to the deaf community.
Countdown’s Susie Dent and actress Shobna Gulati were recognized for their contributions to literature and cultural industries, respectively.
Disco group Boney M’s lead singer Liz Mitchell was awarded an MBE, reflecting her late father’s charitable legacy.
Singer Heather Small received an MBE for her charitable services, and former X Factor contestant Rebecca Ferguson was honored for her advocacy in the music industry.
Actor and stuntman Kiran Shah was recognized for his contributions to film.
In sports, ex-cyclist Chris Boardman and former Liverpool midfielder Graeme Souness were given CBEs, while former England footballer Karen Carney received an OBE.
These honors reflect the diverse and impactful contributions of individuals across various sectors.
