She famously doesn’t like to crack a smile.
But Victoria Beckham proved she still has a sense of humour as she made a hilarious speech while David unveiled his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday night.
The Spice Girl, 52, took to the podium to honour her husband but slipped in a cheeky joke about her own career and her starring role in the critically-panned movie about her band, Spice World.
She mused: ‘Growing up in England, the Hollywood Walk of Fame was one of those iconic things that you only saw in films – a way of immortalizing people who had succeeded in their fields and truly left their mark.
‘So naturally, I assumed I was coming here today to receive my star for my part in that iconic cult classic Spice World: The Movie!’
As the crowd cracked up, Victoria then paid a sweet tribute to her husband of 27 years as she noted his ‘drive, determination and ambition’.
Victoria Beckham proved she still has a sense of humour as she made a hilarious speech while David unveiled his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday night
Following her speech, Victoria couldn’t resist packing on the PDA with David, 51, grabbing his face to give him a kiss
The Spice Girl, 52, slipped in a cheeky joke about her starring role in the criticially-panned movie about her band, Spice World (pictured in the film’s poster with her bandmates)
Victoria said: ‘Most of you will know David as a sportsman, a businessman and an activist, but behind those titles is a man who has always been defined by his character.
‘His drive, his determination and his ambition are known to everyone, but I’d also like to acknowledge his kindness, his loyalty and his commitment to the people that he loves.’
Following her speech, Victoria couldn’t resist packing on the PDA with David, 51, grabbing his face to give him a kiss.
Tom Cruise, who is a longtime friend of the Beckhams, was also in attendance at the unveiling and made his own speech during the ceremony.
‘Long before the trophies, the sold-out stadiums, the global fame, the recognition, there was a young boy with a dream, and the determination and discipline to earn everything that followed,’ the actor said per Page Six.
A source close to the Beckhams told the Daily Mail: ‘It’s a full circle moment for David.
‘Never back then did he think he and Tom would become friends, but they have, and there was only one person who could have done the induction speech for David.
‘The date night to watch Jerry Maguire is something both David and Victoria look back on so fondly.’
David and the Mission Impossible star, 63, have been pals since 2007 when the footballer signed with LA Galaxy.
Also in the crowd was the couple’s friend Eva Longoria and their children Romeo, Cruz and Harper.
However, Brooklyn wasn’t in attendance, despite the unveiling taking place about 20 minutes from his estranged son’s multimillion-dollar mansion in the Trousdale Estate.
Looking smart, David opted for a navy blue suit for the occasion, while Victoria wowed in a figure-hugging grey satin dress.
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Tom Cruise , who is a longtime friend of the Beckhams, was also in attendance at the unveiling and made his own speech during the ceremony
The former Manchester United ace, 51, was honoured in the sports entertainment category, coinciding with the US beginning play in the World Cup
David held hands with Victoria and Harper as he was joined by his sons Romeo and Cruz, as Brooklyn was once again notably absent
The couple’s long-term friend Eva Longoria wowed in a burgundy dress with ruched detailing
The former Manchester United ace, 51, was honoured in the sports entertainment category, coinciding with the US beginning play in the World Cup.
He is also receiving the star because of the work of his production company, Studio 99, which lay behind the successful hit Netflix series about he and Victoria’s life stories.
David’s plaque is in pride of place at the centre of Hollywood Boulevard, just over five miles from Brooklyn’s house, which he shares with Nicola Peltz, an aspiring actress.
Speaking in an interview with Variety magazine on Friday, David admitted he never imagined he would receive a star.
He said: ‘All I wanted to be was a successful soccer player for Manchester United and England.
‘That’s all I cared about. I didn’t care about the fame, the wealth, all the admiration you get.
‘All I cared about was being a soccer player. So now, having a star, becoming a ‘Sir,’ all these things that have come with the career that I’ve had, I feel very lucky.’
The sportsman added: ‘I’ve never really had any offers from Hollywood. I like to stay in my lane, in all honesty.
‘I’ve played a couple of roles in Guy Ritchie’s movies, but that was just for fun. That was me and him having a glass of wine and him saying, “Do you want to be in this movie?”
‘That’s really how that happened […] Hollywood? I’m not sure I’m there yet.’
People who attended the ceremony were asked to line up at the southwest corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue and wear their favourite football jersey.
New York Giants Hall of Fame defensive end-turned-Good Morning America anchor Michael Strahan was the first recipient in the sports entertainment category in 2023.
Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez said: ‘The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome David Beckham to the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
‘David Beckham’s recognition with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in the Sports Entertainment category comes at a fitting moment as the United States prepares to host the FIFA World Cup.
‘Beckham’s role in elevating soccer’s profile in America and his lasting influence on sports, entertainment, and global culture make this honour especially meaningful.’
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