Getty ImagesIdris Elba and Cynthia Erivo are among a handful of entertainers to get recognised in the New Year Honours list. Idris will become Sir Idris after being awarded a knighthood for services to young people, recognising his charity work with the Elba Hope Foundation as well as his campaigning against knife crime. 42 star Meera Syal is now Dame Meera after being recognised for services to literature, drama and charity. “This is the best thing that’s ever happened to me – and I’ve been in Star Wars,” Warwick said. Other entertainment honourees include MasterChef judge Marcus Wareing and Location, Location, Location star Phil Spencer.

Source: Huffington Post December 30, 2025 14:52 UTC