10 Shocking facts about David Beckham (With Pictures)

3. He Has An Abundance Of Celebrity Friends

In spite of the fact that David Beckham started out in the world of football, he has become a bonafide A-list celebrity and, as a result, he has amassed an abundance of celebrity friends.

This was never more evident than when he arrived in California to play for L.A. Galaxy and Tom Cruisehosted a welcome party for him and his family, with guests including the likes of  Steven Spielberg, Jim Carrey, Will Smith, and Oprah Winfrey. Moreover, Elton John is godfather to Brooklyn and Romeo Beckham and their godmother is Elizabeth Hurley.