David Beckham is the charity ambassador of King Charles III

Former footballer David Beckham is an ambassador for The King’s Foundation, founded by the king, encouraging people to practice a sustainable lifestyle.

On June 1, a representative of the charity organization announced that Beckham had signed a contract to be an ambassador. On People , the player said: “I always want to help young people expand their horizons and have more access to nature. I am also learning more about skills in rural areas, which is the focus.” organization’s activities”.

David Beckham (right) met King Charles III in May. Photo: Courtney Louise

The King’s Foundation was established in 1986, with the goal of teaching and building sustainable urban architectural designs, placing people and communities at the center of the design process. The foundation has more than 8,000 people involved in the design and restoration of many projects, such as university campuses, townhouses, and buildings, including Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, which opened in 2015. The projects have created thousands of jobs for people in the UK. The charity also provides courses for around 15,000 students, along with health and wellbeing programs for 2,000 people annually.

Beckham has a close relationship with the British Royal Family, meeting the king many times to discuss the possibility of being an ambassador for the charity fund. In May, the former midfielder came to meet the king in Highgrove Gardens, Gloucestershire (England). During the trip, Beckham had the opportunity to learn about the organization and watch a number of educational programs and seminars. At the same time, he also shared his beekeeping experience with Queen Camilla and Welsh Princess Kate Middleton.

In December 2022, he participated in the Earthshot Prize award ceremony, an award given to people who make positive contributions to the environment each year, founded by Prince William.

The former midfielder also served as an ambassador for the Invictus Games – a sports festival for wounded military men and women and veterans founded by Harry in 2014. However, according to the Daily Mail , Beckham cut ties with Harry and his wife. in 2020.

In June 2003, Beckham was awarded the OBE medal (Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) for his contributions to football. In 2017, his wife Victoria received the same honor for her contributions to the fashion industry. The Becks family once attended the wedding of Prince William and Harry.

King Charles III (left) shakes hands with Becks at an event. Photo: PA

David Beckham , 49 years old, used to play for clubs such as Manchester United, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain. Beckham was the captain of the England national team from 2000 to 2006. The famous player retired in 2013, at the age of 38. He played cameos in many movies such as Goal , The Man from UNCLE , King Arthur: Legend of the Sword , Deadpool 2 . In addition, Beckham is considered a masculine and elegant symbol of fashion.

Married in 1999, Beck-Vic is considered one of the happiest couples in the entertainment industry. They celebrated 24 years of marriage in early July 2023. The family is loved because they often share moments together on social networks.