Mirren among UK honors recipients
Oscar-winning actress Helen Mirren, Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi and six of England’s European Championship-winning women footballers were recipients of British honors announced on June 12.
Julia Donaldson, author of the best-selling children’s book “The Gruffalo,” was made a dame for services to literature alongside Malorie Blackman, who has written more than 70 books for children and young adults.
From the world of sports, rugby league great and research fundraiser Kevin Sinfield was knighted, while former Manchester United footballer Lou Macari landed an honour for his decade-long commitment to a homeless charity.
The traditional U.K. honors, announced to mark King Charles III’s official birthday in June, award the famous as well as members of the public for excellence in their fields and charitable endeavors.
