David Beckham praises Queen's 'inspirational leadership' in tribute celebrating Jubilee

David Beckham was reunited with his long-time friend and fellow Manchester United teammate Gary Neville, giving fans a rare insight into their friendship - and some rather telling home truths.MORE: Victoria Beckham fawns over David Beckham as he treats her to the ultimate welcome home surpriseDuring a fan Q&A on The Overlap, the former professional footballer was forced to reveal his annoying habits that his wife Victoria Beckham cannot stand. "I've got this [clears throat], she doesn't love that," he shared.

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee outside Buckingham Palace on Saturday.The musician joined Greg James on BBC Radio 1 as he addressed his royal ban on-air today.Greg said: "I can't let you go without talking about the Jubilee Party at the Palace."George mused: "That old thing.""What a thing to be a part of," Greg continued. "A lot of listeners messaged me on Monday morning going, 'Oh my god, did you see that George had to change his lyrics.'"The musician sighed, as he replied: "Honestly, you get the call to play.

Platinum Jubilee last week.The 62-year-old was spotted out and about on the grounds of Windsor Park on Thursday morning for the first time since he was forced to skip his mother’s festivities celebrating 70 years as monarch.The Duke of York passed on appearing with the rest of the Firm on the balcony of Buckingham Palace for Trooping the Colour, as well as other Jubilee celebrations, due to “conveniently” contracting COVID-19.Andrew was seen leaving his home at Windsor Park and getting into a large black Range Rover.The disgraced Prince — who was stripped of his military and royal titles earlier this year after being accused of sexual assault — got into the driver’s seat of his car and went for a ride out of the housing complex.A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace released a statement on June 2 noting that Andrew caught the coronavirus.“After undertaking a routine test, the duke has tested positive for COVID and with regret will no longer be attending tomorrow’s service,” the memo read.The Queen’s second son seemingly tested positive despite looking healthy while riding a horse just a day prior to the announcement.Royal watchers were skeptical of the diagnosis, taking to Twitter at the time to express their confusion. “Covid?? I call bulls–t on that one,” one Twitter user said.

Queen as a "sister", and British Eurovision winner Sam Ryder seemed to fit the bill, some viewers were confused when Alicia belted out 'Empire State Of Mind' at the event, as the song is about New York."I mean I love Alicia Keys and this song BUT WHAT is an AMERICAN doing at the PLATINUM JUBILEE CONCERT singing about NEW YORK?????" one fan, @Magdalena_0319, tweeted in confusion.She exclaimed that Robbie Williams, Tom Jones, Paul McCartney or even Gary Barlow would have been a better choice than American Alicia.The songstress also took to the stage for soulful renditions of City of Gods, Superwoman and Girl On Fire.However her theme, according to some viewers, didn't "encapsulate our Queen"."Call me old fashioned, but why is Alicia Keys singing about NY when she is celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in LONDON?" concurred @Honestlnjim."Alicia Keys and New York – my fave song but one that doesn't exactly scream the Queen and jubilee tbf," joked @janemartinson.Meanwhile @bracealmighty exclaimed: "BBC: Have you got any songs that really encapsulate our Queen, that sum up her time on the throne and that really celebrate her 70 years running our country?"ALICIA KEYS: Yep…*plays opening notes to New York*#PlatinumPartyatthePalace."While it might have seemed an unusual way to celebrate the Queen's seven decade reign on a British throne, it turned out there was a reason - Her Majesty herself had requested it.Even Alicia's 12-year-old son Egypt weighed in with his own opinion, declaring solemnly that it was "against the law" not to obey the Queen.In her behind the scenes video capturing all the action from the big day, she told the world: "[I’m] telling the boys that the Queen requested the songs that I’m singing, and they

Beckham boys have got it down. Despite their ages, Brooklyn, 22,  Romeo, 19, and Cruz, 17, are street style veterans - which is hardly surprising considering their mother Victoria Beckham's prestige in the fashion sphere.READ: David Beckham makes shocking food revelation about unusual dinner date with wife VictoriaWhile their numerous colorful outfits have been extensively scrutinized, their shoe collection remains something of a mystery.

David Beckham stated his infamous free-kick for England against Greece was the best goal he ever scored - only to quickly U-turn and claim his halfway line strike for Manchester United against Wimbledon was his favourite. The dead-ball magician has accumulated a significant portfolio of spectacular goals during the course of his career which also saw him play for LA Galaxy, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain.

Gemma Owen has been the talk of the nation after her debut on the eighth series of Love Island.Entering the show with a little more of a platform than her fellow Islanders, she has already become the centre of attention thanks to her famous dad Michael Owen.Before the show started she came in head and shoulders ahead of the rest of the lineup in terms of Instagram followers with 41,000 - towering over second-placed Tasha, who had 18,800.Now that gap has only got bigger, rising to 122,200 compared to Indiyah Polack in second place with 44,500.It seems that the famous dad factor might be playing a part in the star’s huge follower count - but she isn't the only celebrity out there who is the child of a famous footballer.Brooklyn Beckham has forged a path very different to his dad, David Beckham. While Golden Balls was known for curling free kicks and his ever-changing hairstyle, Brooklyn has built a reputation for his many passions out of which he has attempted to build a career.The eldest of the Beckham siblings at 23 years old, he has already enjoyed a career in modelling, released a photography book and enjoyed a celebrity wedding of truly epic proportions when he married Nicola Peltz in May 2022.Son of former Manchester City star Alf-Inge Haaland, Erling really is following in his father’s footsteps now as he sets sail for the Premier League and a stint a Manchester City.

He's long been known for his love of motorbike adventures, having previously travelled around Brazil and its Amazonian jungles riding classic Triumph bikes.On Wednesday, the 47-year-old former footballer opened up about his decision to take time away and travel, explaining that he 'loves the feeling of freedom' and spending time with his friends in new surroundings.The husband of Victoria Beckham posted a video to his Instagram account - that also served to promote his own line of fragrances - where he was interviewed while taking a break from his most recent adventure. Going solo:David Beckham opens up about his motorcycle adventures saying he 'loves the feeling of freedom' of riding off with his friends, in an Instagram post on WednesdayAsked why he loves riding so much, Beckham replies: 'Freedom.

David Beckham and his daughter had beaming smiles while out and about on a father-daughter day on a scenic woodland walk.The former footballer, 47, uploaded a snap of himself and Harper, 10, enjoying the walk to his Instagram – with them both having wide smiles and sporting comfy clothes. In the photo, David can be seen wearing a grey crewneck jumper and a purple backpack, while Harper is wearing a navy zip-up fleece and wearing her hair in two braids.The father-of-four captioned the post saying: "Smiles all round #harperseven #victoriabeckham love you boys #brooklynpeltzbeckham, #romeobeckham, #cruzbeckham." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

What the monarch wants! Alicia Keys responded to backlash about her set list for Party at the Palace — and revealed that Queen Elizabeth II chose all the songs herself.

Victoria Beckham celebrated World Oceans Day with a sweet portrait of her daughter, Harper Seven. Taking to her Instagram account, the 48-year-old shared the picture with her 30 million followers on Wednesday.MORE: 11 easy things you can do to help the environment for World Oceans DayThe mum-of-four shared an adorable black and white photo of Harper outstretched in a swimming pool along with the caption: "Happy #WorldOceansDay from my favourite little water baby! #HarperSeven."The pop icon concluded by saying: "We're so lucky to have our beautiful oceans, it's so important to care for them today and every day."WATCH: Victoria marked World Ocean's DayHer fans were quick to show their support with one adding: "What a stunning image, #HarperSeven so tranquil."Another penned: "Harper Seven is so sweet."A third remarked: "She is so beautiful @victoriabeckham."MORE: Victoria Beckham reveals the secret to happy marriage with David BeckhamMORE: Victoria Beckham confirms Brooklyn Beckham's major move after Nicola Peltz weddingThis year's World Oceans Day focusses on 'safeguarding our ocean, its ecosystems, and biodiversity.' The initiative aims to unite people across the world in a bid to protect and restore our shared ocean and climate.Victoria shares a close bond with her daughterHer post comes after the fashion mogul hosted a special Jubilee Lunch alongside her husband, David.

Queen Elizabeth II was notably absent from multiple Platinum Jubilee events due to her "episodic mobility issues." Royal historian Robert Lacey explained the decision had to do with minimizing the distress the citizens of the British monarch might feel if she stumbled. "She would not want to stumble – not for her own sake but for the distress it would cause other people," Lacey told People magazine. However, her absence was even felt at events she did attend.

Platinum Jubilee concert on June 4.The “No One” crooner, 41, performed her hits “Empire State of Mind,” “Girl on Fire” and “Superwoman.” However, British viewers were especially confused when Keys decided to harmonize her 2009 single, a love letter to New York City, on a London stage.The Manhattan native took to social media on Monday and revealed in a behind-the-scenes featurette that the 96-year-old monarch herself “personally” requested the concert’s playlist.“Telling the boys that the Queen requested the songs that I’m singing,” she said in her clip as she lounged with her sons Egypt, 11, and Genesis, 7, in a golf cart. “And they were like, ‘You can’t refuse the Queen.'”“You can’t refuse the Queen.

Victoria Beckham has a massive walk-in wardrobe at her vast London home, but what might raise a few eyebrows is the fact it's not immaculately organised.SEE: Victoria and David Beckham's grand £31million mansion is another worldWhile there is a large in-built shelving unit with rails and drawers with very neatly arranged clothes and accessories, as the mother-of-four moved the camera there were items seen out of place.WATCH: Victoria Beckham poses inside her massive walk-in wardrobe Strewn clothes can be seen on a cream tub chair in the middle of the room and in the corner on the floor there are more discarded items. We are quite glad that A-listers make a mess while deciding what to wear just like us!Victoria's amazing fashion room has a three-part mirror which is perfect for selfies and behind the mirror cream linen curtains can be seen.

A royal success! Queen Elizabeth II is pleased with the outcome of her Platinum Jubilee celebration — despite having to miss a few events, a source exclusively reveals in the new issue of Us Weekly.

Victoria Beckham showed off her toned physique in a form-fitting cut-out midi dress as she stepped out to enjoy a date night with her husband, David.READ: David Beckham makes shocking food revelation about unusual dinner date with wife VictoriaThe 48-year-old fashion mogul looked sensational as she took to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday evening to share her outfit details with her fans.WATCH: Victoria Beckham shows off her date night dressSpeaking to her 30 million followers she said: "So tonight myself and David are going on a date night, and I am wearing another one of my VB body dresses. I love this one.

certainly played up his antics for the camera during Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee last weekend.So much so that he was giving royal photographer Chris Jackson a hard time snapping the young royal during the festivities.The 4-year-old was quite the superstar during celebrations to commemorate the queen’s 70 years on the throne when he made plenty of funny faces during various events.On his Instagram Stories, Jackson — who has photographed the British royal family for over two decades — admitted that he had a difficult time shooting Louis because he was too busy cackling to take a good photo.“I was struggling to keep the camera still as I was chuckling whilst taking these photos, what a character,” he wrote, according to Hello! Magazine. “Thanks to everyone for all your comments and kind messages over the last few days.

Contradicting claims over an alleged picture request have gone viral since the California-based couple introduced baby Lilibet, 1, to the Queen for the first time last Wednesday, after jetting to the UK to partake in Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Reports from multiple other outlets claim Harry, 37, and Markle, 40, wanted their personal photographer to take happy snaps of the Queen and 1-year-old Lilibet — but were shut down. According to one anonymous source, they were told: “No chance.

Sir Tom Jones is today marking his 82nd birthday, with fans taking to social media to send him their well-wishes.The legendary musician was notably absent during Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, leaving Britons wondering where he was during the concert.Some even logged onto Twitter to enquire why the knighted It’s Not Unusual singer wasn't performing for the monarch.Leckston said: “IMO Tom Jones should have played instead of Diana Ross at the end of the Jubilee Concert.“British born and bred and still with a magnificent voice, albeit he'll be 82 in two days time!” (sic)VerityKalcev agreed: “Could have had Tom Jones and Bonnie Tyler.

David Beckham shared the most adorable picture of his daughter, Harper, cuddling up to the family’s newest member - their dog, Simba.READ: Harper Beckham looks adorable in unseen moment with dad David from Brooklyn's weddingIn the snap, Harper looked delighted as she gave the dog the biggest hug ever. The ten-year-old wore a lovely grey sweater in the laidback snap and wore her hair in a loose, straight style.WATCH: Harper Beckham's cutest family moments you've forgotten aboutIt was only last week that Harper’s big brother Romeo introduced the pooch to the world.

Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations over the weekend.On Thursday’s Trooping the Colour appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, lip readers Jeremy Freeman and John Cassidy were able to point out Prince William and Kate Middleton’s daughter Princess Charlotte giving her older brother Prince George some sisterly advice, the Mirror reported.The 8-year-old was dangling his arm on the balcony and Charlotte, 7, told him to keep it by his side instead for safety, they said.Around the same time on the mezzanine, the Queen, 96, was asked by her great-grandson Prince Louis: “Are the Red Arrows coming?” according to the lip readers, to which she replied: “I hope so.”The Red Arrows are planes helmed by the Royal Air Force that flew over the palace during the event.When the aircrafts appeared and tinted the sky red, white and blue, Louis stole the show by excitedly screaming, “Yes yes yes!”The Queen explained to the young lad, “There it is,” before Louis shouted: “Oh Red Arrows, whoah! Whoah, that was loud!”Kate, 40, was seen saying “Amazing” and Charlotte gushing “Wow!” During Friday’s National Service of Thanksgiving for the Queen’s reign at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Meghan Markle and her husband Prince Harry sat far away from estranged family members, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.