Gary Oldman Knighted by King Charles for Services to Drama

Oscar-winning actor Gary Oldman was knighted by King Charles III in the King’s birthday honors for his services to drama, marking his first royal accolade. Oldman expressed being "gobsmacked" and humbled by the honor, reflecting on the legacy of distinguished actors like Sir Anthony Hopkins and Dame Judi Dench who also hold the title. He revealed that he plans to use the "Sir" prefix primarily in the United States, following advice from Hopkins about cultural expectations. Oldman also shared emotional thoughts about his late mother, who would have been proud of this recognition. Alongside Oldman, other notable figures such as Sir Kenneth Branagh and Sir Daniel Day-Lewis were honored. Oldman will next appear in the fifth season of the espionage drama Slow Horses, which premieres on Apple TV+ in September.