so he didn't believe he deserved the honour. The renowned painter is said to have rejected more honours than anyone else, including a knighthood, a CBE, and an OBE. His friend Harold Riley ...

is reported to have turned down an honour but no reason has been given. The late actor is said to have turned down a CBE during his career. However he never made his reasoning public at the time.

David Bowie has turned down honours on two occasions – once in 2000 when he was offered a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) Honour, and again in 2003 when offered a knighthood. The English ...

All3Media Founding Chief Executive Steve Morrison has been honored with the Commander of the Order of the British Empire for Services to the Media and Creative Industries. Over five decades in ...

The former chair of the North Sea Transition Authority has been awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours ... said: "It was an honour and privilege to chair an outstanding board and public service ...

Bridgwater & Taunton College’s CEO has been recognised for his game-changing impact on further education across the UK ...