Actor Sir Idris Elba was one of several stars to receive honours from King Charles at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.
The 53-year-old, known for US crime series The Wire and police drama Luther, was awarded a knighthood in the New Year Honours for services to young people.
There was also a knighthood and damehood for Olympic champions Dame Jayne Torvill and Sir Christopher Dean, for services to ice skating and to voluntary service.
Actress and comedian Dame Meera Syal, known for The ***** ars At No 42 and Goodness Gracious Me, was recognised for services to literature, drama and charity.
In 2022, Sir Idris founded the Elba Hope Foundation, which supports community empowerment, education, youth advocacy and sustainable development.
The 53-year-old, known for US crime series The Wire and police drama Luther, was awarded a knighthood in the New Year Honours for services to young people.
There was also a knighthood and damehood for Olympic champions Dame Jayne Torvill and Sir Christopher Dean, for services to ice skating and to voluntary service.
Actress and comedian Dame Meera Syal, known for The ***** ars At No 42 and Goodness Gracious Me, was recognised for services to literature, drama and charity.
In 2022, Sir Idris founded the Elba Hope Foundation, which supports community empowerment, education, youth advocacy and sustainable development.
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