On behalf of all our members the SMILER team would like to congratulate Rod who was joined by Penny and their two children Alastair and Aiden this afternoon as he received his Knighthood from Prince William in recognition of his services to music and charity.
Speaking to ITV News, Rod said: “It feels wonderful. It really, really does. It’s mind-blowing”. Asked whether he will continue touring, Sir Rod joked “yes, because I have got eight kids”.
Rod also revealed that he and his family would be celebrating with a family lunch, dinner with friends and a trip to the Royal Academy.
When the award was announced by Queen Elizabeth II earlier this year, Rod said it was “a monumental honor.” He added: “I thank her majesty and promise to ‘wear it well.’”
Don’t forget to see Penny’s tribute to Rod in our 2017 SMILER calendar