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Several UK celebrities reject royal honours over monarchy and empire criticisms, sparking national debate.
Several Oxfordshire-based celebrities have declined royal honours like OBEs and knighthoods, citing opposition to the monarchy, the British Empire’s legacy, and concerns over patronage and exploitation.
Filmmaker Ken Loach called the system “despicable,” while others like Jon Snow and Nigella Lawson declined due to personal or professional principles.
Meanwhile, Max Richter and David Beckham accepted honours, and Labour MP Anneliese Dodds welcomed her damehood.
The decisions reflect broader national debates over the relevance and values of the UK’s honours system.
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