The former England captain said he was excited to have been chosen for the prestigious role at the King s Foundation, following a meeting with Charles at Highgrove Estate.
Prior to his recent health issues, King Charles had reached the age of 75 without succumbing to any serious illness. His active lifestyle has, no doubt, helped protect him from ill health over the years. But it has also landed him in trouble at times, and if he has been fortunate to mostly swerve life-threatening maladies until now, he has not been quite so adept at avoiding injury.
In a sweet display, several Royal Family members were pictured wearing the navy and beige accessory while attending the annual Christmas Day church service in Sandringham.