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Rock Legend Who Lives in Sussex Given Knighthood
- Roger Daltrey, frontman of The Who and patron of Teenage Cancer Trust, received a knighthood in King Charles III's Birthday Honours today in London.
- The honour acknowledges Daltrey's charitable efforts and musical achievements, especially his role organizing the Teenage Cancer Trust concerts held at the Royal Albert Hall from 2000 onwards.
- Daltrey helped raise more than £36 million through the concert series supporting young people with cancer, while planning to remain the charity's patron after stepping down as curator.
- He described the recognition as somewhat unusual but expressed great pride in receiving it, particularly as it was linked to the Teenage Cancer Trust, and accepted the honour on their behalf, calling the experience a dream come true.
- Robert Smith will take over curating the concert series from 2026, while The Who prepare for their US farewell tour amidst recent lineup changes involving drummer Zak Starkey.
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