The ceremony took place at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, October 11.
“He (Prince William) congratulated me on my achievements during my long career, and I told how this event makes me happy. I only wish my parents were here and witnessed this,” said Stewart.
Singer and composer was awarded this honor in recognition of his achievements in the music industry and in the field of philanthropy. Stuart was born on 10 January 1945. Gained fame by participating in the rock groups The Jeff Beck Group and Small Faces (later Faces), and also due to a successful solo albums, including “A Night on the Town” (1976), which became platinum.
Stewart in his career he has sold over 100 million records, making him one of the most commercially successful musicians in history. Is one of the 100 greatest singers according to the magazine The Rolling Stones.
