Several outlets report that actor Idris Elba is among the recipients of honours led by King Charles, with Elba receiving a knighthood during a ceremony described as part of the latest honours round. The coverage also frames Elba’s recognition as evidence that some public figures associated with Prince Harry and Meghan maintain close connections to the Royal Family after the couple’s departure from official duties. While the articles discuss “picking a side” language used in the commentary, they largely point to the fact that Elba participates in royal events and is honoured directly by the monarch. The reports do not provide detailed statements from Elba, Harry, or Meghan about the knighthood, but they note that the event coincides with attention around how Prince Harry and Meghan’s wider network intersects with ongoing royal engagements. Overall, the story focuses on the honours ceremony and Elba’s role as an honoured figure, alongside the broader observation that some associates remain involved with or recognized by the monarchy.