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These celebrities have been recognized by Britain's highest power: The Queen. Click through to see who has been honored with a knighthood. - Xfinity Entertainment Programmers (Photos: Getty, AP) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Starry KnightsThese celebrities have been recognized by Britain's highest power: The Queen. Click through to see who has been honored with a knighthood. - Xfinity Entertainment Programmers (Photos: Getty, AP) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Kate WinsletOscar-winning actress Kate Winslet was awarded a prestigious Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire honor by Queen Elizabeth II on November 21, 2012. The CBE was awarded to Winslet for "services rendered to drama." —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photos: E!/Getty) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
BonoBono received a knighthood from Ambassador David Reddawa in 2007 at the British Ambassador's residence in Dublin, Ireland. The honor was awarded to him by Her Majesty the Queen in recognition of his services to the music industry and his humanitarian work. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photo: ShowBizIreland/Getty Images) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Elton JohnElton John became Sir Elton Hercules John in 1998 after receiving a knighthood from HM Queen Elizabeth II for his services to music and charities. John was previously named a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1996. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Michael CaineMichael Caine received a knighthood from Britain's Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace on November 16, 2000. Caine, star of classic films such as “Hannah and Her Sisters” and “The Cider House Rules,” was knighted in recognition of his contribution to cinema under his birth name, making him Sir Maurice Micklewhite. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo/Fiona Hanson/Pool) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Helen MirrenHelen Mirren, famous for her Academy Award-winning portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II, was invested as a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in December 2003. It is reported that Prince Charles actually forgot to give Mirren half of the award, and had to be reminded to hand the actress her star. Mirren had previously declined appointment as a Commander of the British Order in 1996. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photo: WPA Pool/Getty Images) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Sean ConneryAcademy Award-winning Scottish actor Sean Connery was nominated for a knighthood in 1997 and 1998, but never received the honor after being vetoed by higher powers for his political views. The actor finally became Sir Thomas Sean Connery in July 2000. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Tom CourtneyBritish actor Sir Tom Courtney received his insignia from Queen Elizabeth II on February 20, 2001 at Buckingham Palace in London. Courtney has starred in several renowned films, including "Billy Liar" and "Dr Zhivago.” —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo/Toby Melville/pool) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Mick JaggerRolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger was given his knighthood insignia for services to popular music by Prince Charles on December 12, 2003. Jagger's two daughters and then-92-year-old father joined him at the service. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo/Mike Moore, Pool) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Judi DenchBritain's Queen Elizabeth II invested Oscar-winning actress Judi Dench with the Insignia of a Companion of Honour at Buckingham Palace on October 26, 2005. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo/Fiona Hanson) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Paul McCartneyFormer Beatle Sir Paul McCartney showed off his medal after receiving his knighthood from the Britain's Queen Elizabeth II during an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace on March 11, 1997. The pop star was honored with a knighthood in the New Year Honors List for his services to music. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo / Adam Butler, ROTA)
Ben KingsleyActor Ben Kingsley, famous for his role in “Gandhi,” was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II during an investiture ceremony held at Buckingham Palace on March 19, 2002. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo/Michael Stephens) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Anthony Hopkins“Silence of the Lambs” actor Anthony Hopkins was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1993 for services to the arts. —XFINITY Entertainment Staff (Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Julie AndrewsJulie Andrews officially became Dame Julia Elizabeth Andrews, DBE, after receiving the honour of Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire from Queen Elizabeth II on May 16, 2000.—XFINITY Entertainment Staff (AP Photo/Fiona Hanson)
Ian McKellenTony-, Emmy-, and Academy Award-nominated actor Ian McKellen was knighted in 1991 for services to the performing arts. His official title is Sir Ian Murray McKellen, CH, CBE. - Xfinity Entertainment Programmers (Photo: Ian Gavan/Getty Images) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Maggie SmithDame Margaret Natalie Smith, DBE, best known as actress Maggie Smith, was promoted within the Order to Dame Commander in 1990 after being appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1970. - Xfinity Entertainment Programmers (AP Photo/Richard Lewis) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
Tom JonesWelsh singing legend Tom Jones displayed the knighthood he received for his services to music from Queen Elizabeth II in March 2006 outside Buckingham Palace. Jones was previously awarded an OBE in 1999. - Xfinity Entertainment Programmers (AP Photo/Andrew Parsons, Pool) The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.
