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David Beckham joins Hollywood Walk of Fame as World Cup comes to LA
David Beckham has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Beckham called the ceremony “surreal” as his wife, Victoria, and his friend Tom Cruise praised him at the ceremony.
TL;DR
- David Beckham received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- Tom Cruise and Victoria Beckham attended the ceremony.
- Cruise described Beckham's journey as a "Hollywood story" of hard work and influence.
- The ceremony featured a green, soccer-themed carpet.
- Beckham expressed his surprise and noted the significance of the honor as the US prepares to host the 2026 World Cup.
- Beckham has been involved with LA Galaxy and is co-owner of Inter Miami.
- Other celebrities, including Leonardo DiCaprio and Halle Berry, were present at a related event at the Los Angeles Stadium for the United States' opening World Cup game.
- Performances by artists like Future, Tyla, Anitta, and Lisa marked the opening ceremony.
- Katy Perry also performed and attended the game with Justin Trudeau.
- Canadian stars Ryan Reynolds and Mike Myers attended the first World Cup game on Canadian soil in Toronto.
- Alanis Morissette closed the opening ceremony with a performance of O Canada.