Prince William Knights Gary Oldman Citing 'Slow Horses' Role

Sir Gary Oldman was knighted by Prince William at Windsor Castle in recognition of his services to drama, a ceremony that the actor described as deeply emotional and unparalleled in significance compared to his previous accolades, including an Oscar. During the investiture, Prince William humorously remarked that he wanted to "give you a good wash" when seeing Oldman’s character Jackson Lamb in the Apple TV+ series Slow Horses, to which Oldman replied that he had "scrubbed up okay" for the occasion. The Prince also expressed his admiration for Oldman's performances in films such as The Fifth Element and Darkest Hour, confirming he is a fan of the actor's work. Oldman reflected on the honor as a unique and humbling event, emphasizing the personal impact of being recognized by the royal family. The actor shared that attendees at Windsor Castle were excited about his work on Slow Horses, anticipating future series. Overall, the knighthood marks a significant milestone in Oldman’s distinguished four-decade career, celebrated both for his versatility and his contributions to the arts.