Performers Who Received A Knighthood From Queen Elizabeth II
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Helen Mirren
It is only fitting that Helen Mirren is a Dame of the British Empire, especially as she portrayed "Elizabeth II". so magnificently in the movie 'The Queen'.
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Mick Jagger
Mick Jagger of 'The Rolling Stones' was honored with a knighthood for services to popular music in the Queen's 2002 Birthday Honours. On December 12th, 2003 he received the accolade from The Prince of Wales.
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J.K. Rowling
In 2009 J. K. Rowling was knighted in France! The creator of the extremely popular "Harry Potter" was awarded an OBE in 2001.
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Joan Collins
Joan Collins found worldwide fame when she starred in 'Dynasty'. She was made a Dame by the Queen for her charity work in 2015.
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Elton John
Sir Elton John was knighted by Elizabeth II for services to music and charitable services in 1998.
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Paul McCartney
Sir Paul McCartney was knighted by the Queen in 1997 for his services to music and his charitable work.
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Sean Connery
On Her Majesty's Secret Service! Sean Connery was knighted in 2000 and has since been called Sir Sean Connery. Rest in peace, Sean.
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Anthony Hopkins
'Hannibal' star Anthony Hopkins was knighted in 1993.
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Ian McKellen
Ian McKellen was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1979, was knighted in the 1991 New Year Honours for services to the performing arts, and made a Companion of Honour for services to drama and equality in the 2008 New Year Honours.
