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Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle
Key takeaways
- 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 Kumars At No 42 and Goodness Gracious Me, was recognised for services to literature, drama and charity.
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Steven Mc Intosh Entertainment reporter Reuters Sir Idris, pictured with his wife Sabrina, was knighted for services to young people in recognition of his charity work 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.
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