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Arise Sir Idris! Hollywood A-lister knighted in King Charles' New Year's Honours

Actor Idris Elba has been made a knight in King Charles III New Year's honours list in recognition of his work to reduce knife crime and poverty and promote education.

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Jayne Torvill and Idris Elba among NYE honourees - with Kevin Sinfield snubbed

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Idris Elba knighted by King Charles

Idris Elba has been knighted by King Charles for his work campaigning against knife crime.

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Luther actor Idris Elba knighted for helping young people avoid violence

The 53-year-old actor has long campaigned to end knife crime and help youths find an alternative to violence.

Evening Standard

Harry Potter and Star Wars actor Warwick Davis made an OBE in New Year Honours

Davis got his first break in Star Wars Episode VI: Return Of The Jedi at the age of just 11.

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Idris Elba, Sarina Wiegman and Torvill and Dean lead New Year's Honours list

The stars are among a host of people recognised for their services in the annual list

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Hollywood stars Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo recognized in New Year's honor's list

Britons ranging from Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Cynthia Erivo to a 102-year-old judo instructor have been named in King Charles III’s New Year’s honors list, an annual tradition that recognizes people for their contributions to U.K. public life

The Independent UK

Idris Elba knighted in new year honours list also featuring Torvill and Dean

Meera Syal also made dame while England women’s football and rugby winners feature prominently

The Guardian - UK

Idris Elba knighted in New Year Honours following campaign against youth violence

Idris Elba has been knighted in recognition for his services to young people

The Independent UK

Idris Elba and Lionesses lead new year honours list as more than 1,100 recognised

From champions of sports and the arts to foster carers, health workers and supporters of young people, a total of 1,157 recipients, from every part of the UK, have been awarded

The Independent UK

Chuckle Brother Paul Elliott receives MBE on New Year Honours list

Paul Elliott has been recognised on the New Years Honours list

The Independent UK

Wicked star Cynthia Erivo never thought MBE honour ‘would happen’

The prestigious award acknowledges her significant contributions to music and drama.

The Independent UK

Idris Elba, Torvill and Dean, Lionesses and Red Roses lead honours list

Sir Idris is knighted for services to young people and Dame Jayne and Sir Christopher are recognised for services to ice skating and volunteering.

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The Independent UK

New year honours list 2026 in full as hundreds awarded for service

Honours as part of orders of chivalry have been given by monarchs since the Middle Ages

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Idris Elba left ‘speechless’ after using waxwork to unlock his own phone

This is the moment Idris Elba uses his life-like waxwork figure of himself to unlock his own smart phone.

Evening Standard

The south London borough that has become a popular filming location for Hollywood blockbusters

Area has seen the likes of Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway and Paul Mescal filming on its streets

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James Bond: Idris Elba sends fans wild as he teases he's taking over as 007

‘The Bond we want,’ one fan wrote, ‘We’re all waiting’

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Is Idris Elba the New James Bond? Viral Madame Tussauds Video Sparks Massive Fan Frenzy

A viral Madame Tussauds video has reignited James Bond rumours around Idris Elba, sending fans into a frenzy.

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Idris Elba celebrates 'full circle' moment with Madame Tussauds London waxwork

Idris Elba says he is “truly honoured” as Madame Tussauds London unveils his first wax figure.

The Independent UK

Idris Elba opens up on ‘surreal’ feeling as waxwork unveiled at Madame Tussauds

Elba’s waxwork replicates the ensemble he wore to meet the King in July 2024

Total Film

Idris Elba plans to retire from acting and become a full-time director

“I’m hoping that my fan base as an actor isn’t mad at me."

Evening Standard

Idris Elba reveals he is ready to retire from acting

The iconic actor has said that after a star studded acting career he’s ready to hang up his hat

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Idris Elba plans to swap acting for directing

Idris Elba plans to stop acting eventually and focus on directing.

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Zootopia 2 Director Reveals Idris Elba Actually Ad-libbed A Funny Line, And Fans Are Impressed

Idris Elba brought the funny to Zootopia 2.

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