More than 20 years after getting his first medal from Queen Elizabeth, the soccer star is reportedly set to become a “Sir” later this year, following years of support for royal philanthropic endeavors.

David Beckham is set to be named in the King's Birthday Honours list next week and will become a Sir while his wife Victoria will be known as Lady Beckham

David Beckham is reported to be in line for a knighthood. He will become a Sir in the King’s birthday honours list next week and his wife, Victoria, will be known as Lady Beckham, The Sun reported. The former England footballer has become increasingly close to the royals since becoming an ambassador for the King’s Foundation last year.