King Charles has honoured Stephen Fry with a knighthood at a prestigious ceremony at Windsor Castle today.
The 67-year-old comedian and presenter, best known for his iconic roles in Blackadder and as the host of QI, was recognised as part of the King’s New Year’s Honours list.
Fry received the honour for his exceptional contributions to mental health awareness, environmental advocacy, and charitable causes.
The much-loved star was accompanied by his husband Elliott Spencer, marking a rare public appearance for the couple who have not been seen together at a public event in six years.
King Charles has honoured Stephen Fry with a knighthood at a prestigious ceremony at Windsor Castle today
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The pair, who married in Norfolk in January 2015, typically keep their relationship out of the spotlight.
Fry has been a prominent figure in mental health advocacy for over a decade, using his platform to raise awareness about these important issues.
His dedication is highlighted by his long-standing presidency of the mental health charity Mind.
The comedian has been open about his personal battles with bipolar disorder, working to de-stigmatise mental illness through sharing his own experiences.
Stephen Fry was recognised as part of the King’s New Year’s Honours list
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Additionally, he has worked closely with Fauna and Flora International, a conservation organisation where King Charles serves as patron.
Joining Sir Stephen at the investiture ceremony was Dina Asher-Smith, recognised with an MBE for her outstanding achievements in athletics.
At 29, Asher-Smith is widely regarded as the fastest British woman of all time and recently claimed a silver medal with the 4×100 metre relay team at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
King Charles handed out knighthoods at Windsor Castle
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Distinguished author Sir Alan Hollinghurst was also knighted for his literary achievements, particularly his Booker Prize-winning novel The Line of Beauty.
Paralympic athletes were celebrated too, with 20-year-old Poppy Maskill honoured after becoming Team GB’s most decorated Paralympian in Paris with five medals.
Taekwondo champion Amy Truesdale, 36, received an MBE for her groundbreaking gold medal at Paris 2024, the first-ever for Team GB in Paralympic taekwondo.
