Kamal Ghorui
Victoria Beckham escaped the bitterness of a family feud with a trip to Paris on Monday to receive an award from the culture ministry for her contribution to the fashion and entertainment industries.The former Spice Girl, after a weekend celebrating “Baby Spice” Emma Buntun’s 50th birthday, headed to the French capital with husband David and her children – Harper, Cruz and Romeo – to be named a “Officer of the Order of the Arts and Letters.”The ceremony at the culture ministry was kept under wraps to avoid a scrum of journalists or onlookers after explosive claims about the Beckhams by eldest son Brooklyn Beckham last week.
Victoria Beckham conferred with Legion of Honour
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati praised Beckham as “a global icon that holds a very special place in the hearts of French people”. Dati paid tribute to Beckham’s “meticulous, almost architectural” approach to clothing, according to a copy of the speech sent to AFP. After starting with shows in London and New York, Beckham has been unveiling the new collections for her label in Paris since 2022. “Through your journey, your work, and your commitment, you have woven a deep, sincere, and lasting bond with France,” Dati told the 51-year-old singer-turned-designer.
Victoria Beckham shares a statement
Reacting to the honour, Victoria took to her handle to share a heartfelt note that read, “I’m so honoured to be named a Chevalière de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Ministry of Culture. I have always deeply admired the French aesthetic and the seriousness with which it treats fashion: as a form of art. So to be recognised here and embraced in this way, is a profound privilege — one that reflects decades of commitment and dedication. My sincere thanks to the French Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati for this honour. Thank you also to business partners who believed in me, my family, and especially David — my husband, and original investor. I couldn’t be more grateful, you are my everything”
