The Queen’s traditional list recognising public and private figures, sports stars and celebrities for their services to the country has been announced. There is a total of 1,109 people on the Honours list. Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) Awarded for an outstanding achievement or service to the community. This will have had a long-term, significant impact and stand out as an example to others. Gugu is going to be awarded for her achievment in drama.

Miss Gugulethu Sophia Mbatha-Raw. Actress. For services to Drama. (Oxfordshire)

The announcement was made in July (and I missed it because they actually typed in Gugu’s full name) but the actual ceremony is happening in a few weeks according to Amma Asante (Belle’s director who will also be honoured).