Sally Dynevor and Nina Wadia are among the celebrities who have been honoured in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list. The seven-time Formula One world title winner is to become Sir Lewis Hamilton after being awarded knighthood.
The honour tops off an incredible year for the sports star, after equalling Michael Schumacher’s record with a seventh Formula One title and being voted Sports Personality of the Year for a second time.
Lewis’ knighthood was included on the Diplomatic and Overseas List as he has not resided permanently in the UK since 2007, initially moving to Switzerland and then on to Monaco.
Meanwhile, there is a damehood for Sheila Hancock, who is famed for her wide-ranging stage and screen career. Commenting on the award, she.
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