Idris Elba was knighted in the New Year for his work for young people.
The 53-year-old actor, famous for playing DCI John Luther on the BBC. Lutherhas spent years fighting violence among young people and giving them better chances in life.
Idris launched Don’t Stop Your Future to help end knife crime, and also created the Elba Hope Foundation with his wife, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, which donates money to projects that support education, employment and personal growth.
The icon said: “I receive this honor on behalf of the many young people whose talent, ambition and resilience have motivated the work of the Elba Hope Foundation.”
He added that everyone has a responsibility to help young people escape violence.
In 2024, the A house of dynamite The star called for a ban on dangerous knives and met Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the King to launch a new project to tackle knife crime.
His foundation has also worked with The Prince’s Trust to offer free courses to young people wanting to work in creative fields such as music, art or drama.
Besides his charitable work, Idris has starred in The Wire, played Nelson Mandela, appeared as Heimdall in the Marvel films, voiced Knuckles in Sonic the Hedgehog, and played Bloodsport in The Suicide Squad.
His knighthood recognizes both his charitable work and his distinguished acting career.
