LONDON: Beatles drummer Ringo Starr (pic) and sole surviving Bee Gee Barry Gibb were each awarded a knighthood in Britain’s traditional New Year Honours, announced late on Friday (Dec 29). Gibb, a singer, songwriter and record producer who already held a commander (CBE) title, received his knighthood for services to music and charity. Meanwhile, hip hop artist Wiley — born Richard Cowie — who is often hailed the “godfather of grime” music, received an MBE. POLITICIANS KNIGHTEDThe latest New Year’s Honours list awarded 1,123 people, with 70% having worked in their local communities. “For me this is one of the most wonderful honours, it’s blown my mind at the moment — still,” Ezekiel added.

Source: The Star December 29, 2017 22:41 UTC