The honor was bestowed upon … The seven-time world champion, 35, is to be given the gong after his controversial tax affairs were deemed “all in order”. Who truly was the most dishonest president? Lewis Hamilton named 2020 Sports Personality of the Year. The same honour goes to two supermarket chief executives for services to retail and the food supply chain during the pandemic - Ocado's Melanie Smith and the Co-Op's Joanne Whitfield. Writer and Producer. In 2017, news broke that he avoided paying over $4 million in taxes on a private jet that was registered to tax haven the Isle of Man. The list recognises outstanding achievements in various fields including showbusiness, sport and politics, as well as the contributions of a larger number of everyday citizens. For services to art, Nina Wadia. All Rights Reserved. Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in a New Year Honours list which salutes hundreds of people for their work in the Covid pandemic. For services to entertainment and to charity, Jed Mercurio. I feel I've got to prove something and work even harder, particularly in my charity area.". Hamilton received his knighthood alongside British performers, politicians, public servants and the unsung heroes who helped to combat the spread of coronavirus, treat it in patients around the country and limit its impact. FORMULA One ace Lewis Hamilton will be awarded a knighthood in the New Year’s Honours list. JUST WATCHED How Lewis Hamilton … For services to football, Martin Samuel. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a year when so many have made sacrifice, the list was a "welcome reminder of the strength of human spirit, and of what can be achieved through courage and compassion". How a woman's death sparked UK soul-searching, North Korea 'not responding' to US contact efforts1, Met Police chief will not resign over vigil scenes2, Bloody day in Myanmar's main city sees 14 killed3, Arrests over assault on Muslim boy at Hindu temple4, NI to still use AstraZeneca amid Irish suspension5, Is there an algorithm for the perfect biryani?6, Merkel's party slumps to defeat in regional polls7, Dutch police break up anti-lockdown protest8, Afghanistan investigates ban on girls' singing9, The art dealer, the £10m bronze and the Holocaust10. Overall, 1,239 people are on the main list issued by the Cabinet Office, with 49% being women and 14% from an ethnic minority background. Lewis Hamilton knighted in New Year Honours John Redfern. It is believed that were it not for his tax issues, he would have received his knighthood even sooner. The 35-year-old equalled Michael Schumacher’s title record in November and also holds the record for most Grand Prix victories with 95 and pole positions with 98. Daniel Owens, from Bingley, Asda's online grocery development manager, is made an MBE after heading the work to ensure the supermarket's customers continued to receive food this year, while Sarah Cairns, from Huddersfield, a senior programme manager for the service, receives a BEM. Restaurateur. Irrelevant, LOOK: Erik Lamela scores amazing rabona goal for Tottenham, Patriots reportedly trading OT Marcus Cannon to Texans, Hall of Fame boxers, celebrities mourn Marvin Hagler's death. The MBE for Claire Throssell, from Sheffield, whose two sons were killed in a house fire started by their father, recognises her campaigning which has led to changes in family court rules. The youngest recipient is 20-year-old Samah Khalil, the Youth Mayor of Oldham, who receives a BEM. Sarah Joyce, from York, an optometrist for Asda, receives a BEM after working with lens providers so customers of the chain would continue to receive care. VideoHow scientists got a very rare toad to breed. Dad Anthony Hamilton hugs Lewis after the Brit won his fifth crown in the past six seasons Credit: AP:Associated Press 13 Andy Murray was made an OBE in 2013 and knighted … Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton officially became a "Sir" on Wednesday after Queen Elizabeth II knighted him. For services to television drama, Fergus Henderson. Speedy Sir: Lewis Hamilton Knighted in Year-End Royal Honors Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. 6-keys: media/spln/other/reg/free/stories, at The Foreign Office has announced 153 honours for recipients with an overseas connection, and separate lists cover military personnel, and gallantry awards for police, ambulance and fire staff. Motorsport U.K. Chairman David Richards has publicly defended the driver's issues, saying they were "totally misunderstood" as he was one of the 5,000 highest taxpayers in the United Kingdom. Lewis Hamilton to be knighted in New Year. 7-round NFL mock draft: No. Mrs Baker, from Salisbury, who has been involved with fundraising for the NSPCC since the 1950s, said it was a "great surprise and great honour" to be recognised. Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the New Year Honours list. For services to the culinary arts, Natalie Clein. And Welsh actor Michael Sheen revealed this week that he handed back his OBE so he could air his views about the monarchy without being a "hypocrite". Is there an algorithm for the perfect biryani? Former British number one tennis player and Fed Cup captain. Actress. Lewis Hamilton knighted in UK's New Year Honours List. You spot on there Deiter. 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Nadim and Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, who founded the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation after their daughter died from an allergic reaction to a takeaway sandwich, both become OBEs. 7:04 pm ET, recent success to the Black Lives Matter movement, in contact with fellow activist-athlete Colin Kaepernick, named him 2020 Sports Personality of the Year, 2021 Kentucky Derby odds, picks, predictions, bets, 2021 Rebel Stakes odds, predictions, bets, picks, Samson reflects on the day sports stopped, Gambler pleads guilty to threatening Rays players, Report: NCAA gets letter about anti-trans sports laws, Texans trade 2018 Pro Bowl selection to Dolphins, Bubble Watch: Teams that will be sweating on Sunday, 2021 NCAA Tournament schedule, game locations, MLB season preview: Philadelphia Phillies. From the arts, there is recognition for Humza Arshad, a comedian and writer, known for his YouTube programmes, and Jonty Claypole, director of BBC Arts and behind the corporation's virtual arts festival during the pandemic. By Ben Morse, CNN. "I had this extra drive in me to get to the end of those races," he told the BBC, who named him 2020 Sports Personality of the Year, last week. 23 Nov 2020: Lewis Hamilton to be knighted in New Year's Honors list . Brutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters. George Floyd death: How will jurors be selected? Lewis Hamilton: MPs call for Formula 1 world champion to be knighted after seventh title By Laura Scott BBC Sport Last updated on 16 November 2020 16 November 2020 . Both are made MBEs. Some of the most famous faces to receive New Year's Honours this time around include Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton, who has been knighted after winning his seventh title in November. Royal Navy nurse Andrew Cooper, who this year was involved in the Covid testing of sailors on aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and worked in an NHS hospital's emergency department becomes an Associate of the Royal Red Cross. As The Sun exclusively revealed … When the likes of Strauss and Cook get knighted, cricketers who were not the best even in their own team, makes you wonder. LEWIS HAMILTON will be knighted in the New Year Honours list after a personal request from Boris Johnson, it is reported. The recognition for hundreds of people involved in the Covid response continues the trend set in the delayed Birthday Honours in October. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: other | pageType: stories | But the Monaco-based driver was reportedly previously overlooked for the top honour amid questions about his tax arrangements. Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the New Year Honours list after another stellar year for the Formula One star, while former Leeds Rhinos rugby … And Kim Leadbeater, who helped set up a charity after her MP sister Jo Cox was murdered in 2016, is made an MBE for services to social cohesion, and combatting loneliness during Covid-19. The honor was bestowed upon him as part of the New Year's honors list. For services to tennis, Gillian Coultard. F1 champion Lewis Hamilton is to be knighted after being named in the New Year Honors list 'Sir Lewis' is the most successful F1 driver of all time beating Michael Schumacher's record of 91 race wins and winning seven world titles on the way the wording of the title as "offensive and divisive". section: | slug: lewis-hamilton-officially-given-knighthood-in-year-end-honors-from-queen-elizabeth-ii | sport: other | route: article_single.us | Lewis Hamilton's knighthood comes after he equalled Michael Schumacher's title record and was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year for a second time. Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in a New Year Honours list which salutes hundreds of people for their work in the Covid pandemic. Artist. Cellist. For services to international screen hair styling, Joe Simmonds. 31/12/2020 'Data not dates': expert views on how to lift England's Covid lockdown. He also lives in the low-tax country of Monaco, thus putting him on the "overseas" section of the honors list. Children's author and illustrator. Lewis Hamilton Knighted In Year-End Royal Honors | HuffPost Actress. Ex-footballer Jimmy Greaves and musician Craig David become MBEs. 803Recognised for work in their communities, 116Dames, Knights, CBEs, Companions of Honour. The entertainment stars in the New Year Honours, Sister of murdered MP Jo Cox appointed MBE, Hays Travel boss made a dame in New Year Honours, Rower's MBE 'came minutes before cancer diagnosis', Scots Covid heroes named in New Year Honours list, 'Green' economist recognised in New Year Honours, Bloody day in Myanmar's main city sees 14 killed. For services to drama, Anne Keothavong Bretherton. Former Leeds Rhino player Rob Burrow, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019, is made an MBE for services to the sport and to MND awareness. Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. The 35 year old was made an MBE in 2008 after winning his first F1 championship. Among the other people recognised for their work during the pandemic are: The release of the list comes after the honours system faced criticism this year over its association with Britain's colonial past - most recipients have titles linked to the Order of the British Empire. More protesters and a police officer are reported dead elsewhere as anti-coup protests continue. 'We women are pushed out of work because of childcare' Video'We women are pushed out of work because of childcare', The art dealer, the £10m bronze and the Holocaust, Grammys 2021: Seven things to look out for, How scientists got a very rare toad to breed. Rocks romps home at British independent film awards. David Richards, the head of British motor racing’s governing body, has said it would be a major oversight if Lewis Hamilton is not recognised with a knighthood in the new year honours list. Former jockey and founder of Bob Champion Cancer Trust. revealed this week that he handed back his OBE. There is an OBE for Eric Robson, former chairman of BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time and an honorary president of the Cumbria Tourism organisation, who is recognised for services to tourism. He notably took a knee on the grid, wore anti-racism slogans during the season, and has been in contact with fellow activist-athlete Colin Kaepernick. Lesley Manville. Hamilton received a knighthood on Wednesday (Thursday AEDT) as part of … Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. Covering the impact of coronavirus on the sports world. FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 file photo, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain celebrates after wining the Formula One race in Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain. Hays Travel boss Irene Hays has been made a dame, Apache Indian receives British Empire Medal, Hate crime officer awarded Queen's Police Medal, Air ambulance service's co-founder honoured. Lewis Hamilton is the best ever, a role model and a global sporting icon Britain should be lucky to … Actress. Hence, following his record-equaling seventh world championship title, rumors started buzzing around the paddock that the Briton would be knighted as an honor to his achievements. Lewis Hamilton to be knighted after Boris Johnson bends the rules to place him on 'Diplomatic and Overseas List' to sidestep fact he's a tax exile. Shameful — Michael Hazel (@Michael45533996) December 30, 2020 Lewis Hamilton knighted in New Year Honours list. For charitable services, Michael Landy. For services to the culinary arts, Margot Henderson. Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted as part of the United Kingdom's New Year Honours list, reports Sky Sports.Hamilton surpassed Michael Schumacher's record … For services to music, Sally Dynevor. New Year Honours list: Lewis Hamilton knighted after winning seventh F1 title and leading anti-racism drive. For services to rugby union, Prof Suneetha Moonesinghe, of University College London, whose expertise helped the NHS manage critically ill patients (OBE), Prof Alka Ahuja, a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, whose pioneering use of video technology was used by the Welsh Government (MBE), Justine Norris, a Kent-based community mental health occupational therapist, whose resource pack was adopted by NHS Trusts and hospitals across the world (MBE), Northern Ireland fire officer Karen McDowell whose LGBTQ training work has informed other organisations (MBE), Kirsty Baird, from Edinburgh, who was behind the Follow the Rainbows charity single (BEM), Nadeem Khan from Sheffield, who continued working as an adviser for homeless charity Shelter after he was stuck overseas (BEM), Companion of honour - Limited to 65 people. Seven-time Formula One title winner Lewis Hamilton has been given a knighthood in the New Year honours list. Recipients wear the initials CH after their name, CBE - Commander of the Order of the British Empire, OBE - Officer of the Order of the British Empire, MBE - Member of the Order of the British Empire. Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton will be awarded a knighthood in the New Year's Honors list.. One of the greatest sports personalities, Hamilton, … MBEs go to former England rugby player Damian Hopley, who founded the Rugby Players Association; Dee Bradbury, the first woman to head the Scottish Rugby Union, and Alan Curtis, the former Wales and Swansea footballer. The 35-year-old had previously been overlooked - … Dames, Knights, CBEs, Companions of Honour, Brutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. VideoBrutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters, US disaster agency to help with child migrant surge. 30 December, 2020. Hamilton received a knighthood Wednesday as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year’s honors list, which also recognized British performers, politicians, public servants and people outside the limelight who worked to defeat the coronavirus and its devastating impacts. Former England captain. Read about our approach to external linking. Lewis Hamilton Knighted in 2020 New Year's Honours This year, Lewis equalled Michael Schumacher's record by winning his seventh World Drivers' Championship, in addition to becoming the most successful Formula 1 driver of all time in terms of most race wins, pole positions and podium finishes. This year Motorsport UK launched a campaign with the All Party Parliamentary Group for Formula One for him to be nominated, with the organisation suggesting his business dealings had been "misunderstood". Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion after being knighted Wednesday, Dec. 30 in Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year honors list. Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander Sean Heaton, a bomb expert who has overseen the disposal of 16,000 potentially explosive items in his career, has been made an MBE. Will Dodds. Architect Sir David Chipperfield, whose work includes the Turner Contemporary art gallery in Margate, joins the elite Companions of Honour. Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton officially became a "Sir" on Wednesday after Queen Elizabeth II knighted him. Restaurateur. For services to literature, Bob Champion. LONDON (AP) — Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. Hamilton attributed his recent success to the Black Lives Matter movement, which inspired him throughout a lot of his competitions. Lynne Owens, head of the National Crime Agency, is among the other dames, while Wendy Williams, an inspector of constabulary who authored a critical report into the government's response to the the Windrush scandal, is made a CBE. "It was a different drive than what I've had in me in the past - to get to the end of those races first so that I could utilize that platform [for Black Lives Matter] and shine the light as bright as possible.". Shadow education secretary Kate Green - who herself has an OBE - this month described the wording of the title as "offensive and divisive". This "honours" system has just taken yet another giant leap forward into farce and disgrace. From the business world, Hays Travel boss Irene Hays has been made a dame, while Nigel Newton, who founded Bloomsbury, the publisher of the Harry Potter books, becomes a CBE. There is an MBE for Mark Owen, from Clwyd, after he re-joined North Wales Police to support volunteer officers with tasks including delivering prescriptions and food parcels, and a British Empire Medal (BEM) for Catherine Fitzsimmons from Greater Manchester, a former palliative care nurse who came out of retirement. Video, How scientists got a very rare toad to breed, North Korea 'not responding' to US contact efforts, Met Police chief will not resign over vigil scenes, Arrests over assault on Muslim boy at Hindu temple, NI to still use AstraZeneca amid Irish suspension. Ruth Saunders, aged 104, becomes an MBE for services to charity during Covid after walking a marathon to raise money for Thames Valley Air Ambulance this year. Hamilton, who took his seventh title in November, is on the list with actress Sheila Hancock, who is made a dame. The 35-year-old driver tied Michael Schumacher's record for most F1 titles last month with his seventh. Robert Chote, who chairs the Office for Budget Responsibility, is knighted. The same honour goes to airline pilot Emma Henderson, from Moray, who set up a first class lounge experience in more than 80 hospitals across the UK for NHS staff. Read about our approach to external linking. By Associated Press , … Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in Britain’s traditional New Year Honours list after equalling Michael Schumacher’s record of seven Formula One world titles. Lewis Hamilton may have won the Formula One World Championship for the seventh time on Sunday but only 21% of people polled believe he deserves to be knighted. Among the other new dames are Jane Glover, conductor and musicologist, and Pat McGrath, described by Vogue magazine as the most influential makeup artist in the world. Updated NCAA Tourney automatic bids: Who's in? Hamilton received a knighthood Wednesday as part of Queen … 1 to Mr. Lewis Hamilton is set to become Sir Lewis Hamilton after reports the seven-time F1 world champion was set to be knighted in the New Years’ Honours list. Lewis Hamilton knighted as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year’s honors list The Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a … Oscar nominated make-up artist. LONDON — Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. Captain, Exeter Chiefs. Dame Pat said she was "delighted and humbled" by the honour for services to the fashion and beauty industry and to diversity, and paid tribute to her mother for encouraging her to enter the field. There is a BEM too for Carl Konadu, 28, who helped young people in London prepare for job applications during the pandemic through 2-3 Degrees, a not-for-profit group he co-founded. The other knighthoods include Roger Deakins, winner of this year's best cinematography Oscar for 1917; Simon Baron-Cohen, professor of autism research at Cambridge University; former Tesco boss Dave Lewis, and opera director Graham Vick. But it is the response to coronavirus which dominates, and an MBE for charity volunteer Anne Baker, 106, makes her the oldest ever recipient of an honour. Hamilton is the fourth F1 driver to be knighted after the late Australian Jack Brabham, Stirling Moss and triple champion Jackie Stewart and the … BEMs also go to London youth worker Jason Allen who has helped thousands of young people at risk from gang involvement, and Charlotte Park, from North Yorkshire, whose Treats for Troops on Tour initiative has posted more than 8,000 parcels to British soldiers overseas. © 2004-2021 CBS Interactive. Among the political honours are a knighthood for former attorney general Geoffrey Cox and a damehood for Labour MP Angela Eagle, a former pensions minister. Some 803 people (65%) are recognised for work in the community. Is fighting a pandemic like fighting a war? MBE for Claire Throssell, from Sheffield. Merkel's party slumps to defeat in regional polls, Dutch police break up anti-lockdown protest, Afghanistan investigates ban on girls' singing, NI musician and Troubles survivor on list, Motorsport UK launched a campaign with the All Party Parliamentary Group for Formula One, Craig David appointed MBE after career revival, Bodyguard and Line of Duty writer appointed MBE, Nadim and Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, who founded the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, Kim Leadbeater, who helped set up a charity, Scout leader appointed MBE for 70 years of service, Couple who helped feed 40,000 appointed MBEs, Gurkha campaigner dedicates MBE to late wife, Honours for windmill restorer and flood fighter. Joining Jimmy Greaves among the sporting recipients is Ron Flowers, who also becomes an MBE, and was a fellow members of England's 1966 World Cup winning squad. For services to drama and to charity, Anthony Tudor Browne. © 2021 BBC. Updated 1039 GMT (1839 HKT) December 31, 2020 .