King Charles and Queen Camilla reportedly gave David Beckham an “incredible” gift to mark his 50th birthday.
The royal couple met the former England football star at the Chelsea Flower Show on Monday, May 19.
David, better known for his football skills than gardening, was there to support a campaign promoting horticulture careers to young people.
According to The Sun, King Charles was overheard inquiring about a birthday gift for Beckham during the event.
King Charles ‘birthday gift’ to David Beckham
According to reports, the King asked David, “You got it, didn’t you?”
David, who has been serving as an ambassador for The King’s Foundation for almost a year, gratefully responded, “It was incredible. Thank you, it was very kind.”
Queen Camilla also reportedly said, “Nice to see you again, glad you got the roses.”
She was also said to have inquired about David’s wife, Victoria Beckham. The Queen and Victoria had previously met at the Women of the World reception held at Buckingham Palace in March.
David, who met the King and Queen at the Highgrove Shop booth, reportedly said: “She’s doing very well.”
He was also seen wearing the King’s Rose — a flower that took 12 years to develop and was revealed at the annual flower show — pinned to his beige suit. Queen Camilla acknowledged the gesture by pointing to his buttonhole.
Royal Insider has reached out to both Buckingham Palace and David Beckham’s representative for comment. When asked if the royals had sent David a birthday gift, a palace spokesperson declined to comment to The Sun.
David Beckham tipped to receive knighthood
A body language expert has offered insights into the bond between King Charles and David Beckham, suggesting the football icon might be in line for a knighthood.
Speaking on behalf of Betfair Casino, Darren Stanton said: “We’re seeing David appear more and more at royal events – it’s clear Charles really respects him and the effort he puts into his work.”
Stanton noted that based on the King’s behavior and his interactions with David, “I wouldn’t be surprised if he receives a knighthood this year. There’s a deep level of connection and trust between them.”
He went on to say: “Overall, David has a fantastic friendship with Charles. In particular, Charles seems to feel a strong affinity with David, and he genuinely likes him – and that feeling is clearly mutual.”
Is Prince Harry still friends with David Beckham?
David’s recent appearance at the flower show with the royals comes shortly after reports surfaced that his son Brooklyn, 26, and daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz, a billionaire heiress, may have sought advice from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle amid rumors of a family rift.
According to reports, the Sussexes offered their “unwavering support” to Brooklyn and Nicola.
This news follows earlier reports of a once-close relationship between the Sussexes and the Beckhams. David and Victoria Beckham were guests at Harry and Meghan’s wedding in May 2018. At the time, Victoria was also said to have reached out to Meghan to help her adjust after moving to the UK.
However, in July 2023, reports claimed the friendship between the Beckhams and the Sussexes had “died” following reports of stories being leaked to the press. Former Manchester United star David, in particular, reportedly felt fuming over the claims.
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