Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSir David Beckham was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, expressing his astonishment at the recognition for a "working-class English soccer player". The 51-year-old was celebrated for his significant contribution to raising the profile of football in America, as well as his lasting impact on sport, entertainment, and global culture. Hollywood star Tom Cruise praised Beckham's 20-year career, which saw him become the first English player to win league titles in four different countries. Beckham conveyed his gratitude to his "incredible family" and "beautiful children", stating that making his children proud was his "greatest achievement". His wife, Lady Victoria Beckham, and children Romeo, Cruz, and Harper attended the ceremony, though their eldest son Brooklyn was notably absent. In fullDavid Beckham hails his ‘incredible family’ as he is honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame starThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in