David Beckham receives Emmy award for Netflix docuseries

David Beckham, 49, accepted an Emmy award over video call for his Netflix docuseries Beckham: What Makes David Run.

The former soccer star and his wife, Victoria Beckham, received nominations in five categories at the 2023 Netflix Documentary Awards.

The docuseries triumphed in the Documentary or Nonfiction Series category at the Creative Arts Emmys in Los Angeles on Saturday.

Producer Fisher Stevens accepted the award on David Beckham's behalf. During the ceremony, Fisher made sure to include David in the celebration, calling him via video to share the exciting news.

In a clip posted on the official Emmys Instagram page, a group gathered around Fisher as he broke the news to David.

"Alright David," Fisher exclaimed down the phone.

Beckham, visibly thrilled, responded in kind: "Unbelievable," he replied.

David Beckham not present for the award ceremony

David Beckham expressed his disappointment at not being able to attend the event in person but assured Fisher that they would celebrate together in the coming weeks.

The four-part Netflix series provided an unprecedented look into David Beckham's career and personal life. It featured a glimpse of his journey as a footballer and the early days of his romance with Victoria.

The docuseries was nominated for Best Documentary or Nonfiction Series at the 2024 Emmy ceremony, competing alongside Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, STAX: Soulsville U.S.A., Telemarketers, and The Jinx - Part Two.

In addition to the win for Best Documentary or Nonfiction Series, the series earned nominations in several other prestigious categories.

These included Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program, Outstanding Directing for a Documentary/Nonfiction Program, Outstanding Picture Editing, and Outstanding Music Composition.

"It's a real honor for me and the whole creative team for BECKHAM to be recognized by the TV Academy," Beckham explained.