David Beckham's upcoming addition to the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame has left many confused as to why the former football legend has received a place on the showbiz landmark.
It was confirmed this week that the 51-year-old's name will be added to the Los Angeles sight with a ceremony set to take place on June 12.
Mr Beckham will join a plethora of A-list actors, whose names had been added to the sight that started in 1960.
While there are some sporting legends already featured, news of Mr Beckham's inclusion has left some furious, with the move labelled "absurd."
David Beckham is set to receive a star of the Hollywood Walk of Fame
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It is understood that to receive a star, said celebrity must be nominated in categories which cover film, television, theatre and radio.
MailOnline reports that the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce states a person must haver achieved "Professional achievement, longevity in the category of five years or more, contributions to the community and the guarantee that the celebrity will attend the dedication ceremony if selected."
It didn't take long for reactions to flood social media, with one person writing on X: "I thought that was for actors."
A second asked: "Why? He is not an actor, director, producer or singer. He Just played football, nothing else!!"
Some have questioned why the former footballer is receiving a spot on Hollywood's Hall of Fame
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Another asked: "For doing what nothing???"
"That’s absurd," someone else fumed, while a different social media user added: "Ridiculous."
"What why? Seems anyone can get a star now, meaningless," one more echoed.
Others were more welcoming of the news though, with one fan sharing: "OMGG YES YES!" (sic)
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David Beckham received a knighthood last year
| GETTYIt is understood the plaque will include Mr Beckham's title of "Sir" after he was knighted last year.
The accolade comes amid a tough year for the family, with eldest son Brooklyn having become estranged from his parents and siblings.
It is believed the 27-year-old is unlikely to attend any celebrations for the occasion, despite the fact he and wife Nicola Peltz live less than five miles from the LA landmark.
The aspiring chef didn't attend his father's knighthood celebration in November, and hasn't been present for many of the family's milestone gatherings.
A source stated: "Brooklyn snubbing David's special day will be a very public humiliation as he lives in Hollywood."
Speaking to The Sun, they added: "Of course, David is hopeful the family will have mended their relations by then, especially after he has offered an olive branch to Brooklyn.
"The rift has been a great cause of heartache."
In January of this year, Brooklyn publicly acknowledged the rift for the first time, sharing a six-page statement about his parents and their treatment of him and his wife.