All the celebs who have turned down an honour from the royal family as New Year's list looms The New Year's and birthday honours lists are seen by many as the ultimate recognition of a life dedicated to public service.
This year's New Year's list will, of course, be King Charles' honours announcement, reports Wales Online.
These lists, which include thousands of names from across the UK, both civilian and celebrity, honour their achievements and service with awards such as knighthoods, damehoods, or MBEs.
During Queen Elizabeth II's seven-decade reign, many thousands of people, some famous and many less so, were recognised in the biannual honours lists.
Potential recipients are contacted about six weeks before any public announcement to confirm in writing that they wish to be nominated for an honour, in an effort to avoid any awkward situations.
