| Bio | |
| Real Name | David Robert Joseph Beckham |
| Nickname | Becks, Golden Balls, Dave, DB 7 |
| Profession | English Former Professional Footballer |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height | in centimeters- 183 cm in meters- 1.83 m in Feet Inches- 6’ 0” |
| Weight | in Kilograms- 75 kg in Pounds- 165 lbs |
| Body Measurements | – Chest: 42 Inches – Waist: 32 Inches – Biceps: 14 Inches |
| Eye Colour | Hazel |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
| Football | |
| Professional Debut | 1 September 1996, against Moldova |
| Retirement | May 2013 |
| Jersey Number | 7 |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Coach/Mentor | Alex Ferguson, Fabio Capello |
| Records (main ones) | • He is the first England player to score at 3 FIFA World Cups. • He is the first Englishman to win league titles in four different countries (France, England, United States and Spain) • In 1996-1997, Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year. • In 1998-1999, UEFA Club Footballer of the Year. • In 2003, England Player of the year. • On 17 August 1996, his goal against Wimbledon was awarded as the Goal of The Decade, while playing for Manchester United. • In 2004, awarded with the Best Male Soccer Player. |
| Career Turning Point | On 17 August 1996, he scored a spectacular goal in a match against Wimbledon. |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 2 May 1975 |
| Age (as in 2017) | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | Whipps Cross University Hospital, Leytonstone, London, England |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | British |
| Hometown | Leytonstone, London, England |
| School | Chase Lane Primary School, London Area, London E4 8LA, United Kingdom, Chingford Foundation School, London, England |
| College | N/A |
| Educational Qualifications | School Certificate |
| Family | Father– David Edward Alan Beckham Mother– Sandra Georgina West  Brothers– N/A Sisters– Joanne Louise Beckham, Lynne Georgina Beckham  |
| Religion | Half Jewish Half Christian |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Hobbies | Music, Photography |
| Controversies | • In the 1998 World Cup against Argentina, he was shown a Red Card when his leg felled Argentine mid-fielder Diego Simeone. • In 2007, he had been alleged to have illicit sexual relations. • There was a controversy with a painting in which Beckham was depicted being crucified; he was accused for hurting the religious sentiments of the Christians. • When he decided to donate a huge amount (170000 Euros) to a local children’s charity, he was accused for the alleged tax evasion. |
| Favourite Things | |
| Favourite Actor | Tom Cruise |
| Favourite Book | To Kill a Mockingbird |
| Favourite Food | Pie and Mash |
| Favourite Color | Blue |
| Favourite Film | Ratatouille |
| Girls, Family & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Victoria Beckham, Businesswoman (1997-present) |
| Wife | Victoria Beckham, Businesswoman (married 1999) |
| Children | Daughter– Harper Seven Beckham Sons– Brooklyn Beckham, Romeo James Beckham, Cruz David Beckham  |
| Money Factor | |
| Cars Collection | Porsche Turbo, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe, Rolls Royce Ghost, Chevy Camaro, Bentley Continental Supersports, Range RoverCadillac Escalade, Audi S8, Bentley Mulsanne |
| Net Worth | $350 million |
Some Lesser Known Facts About David Beckham
- Does David Beckham smoke?: No
- Does David Beckham drink alcohol?: Yes
- His parents were great supporters of Manchester United and they used to frequently travel to Old Trafford from London to attend the home matches.
- In his autobiography, Beckham wrote “I’ve probably had more contact with Judaism than any other religion”.
- Beckham won 19 major trophies during his 20 years career.
- He is known for his crossing ability, range of passing and bending free-kicks.
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