David Beckham accepted an Emmy for his Netflix documentary series via video call as producers called him from the ceremony in Los Angeles.
The former footballer, 49, and his wife Victoria, 50, have been nominated in a whopping five categories for the 2023 Netflix documentary Beckham: What Makes David Run.
On Saturday at the Creative Arts Emmys in Los Angeles, the docuseries triumphed in the documentary or nonfiction series category.
The award was collected by producer Fisher Stevens, who called the footballer during the celebration to tell him of his success.
In a clip shared on Instagram from the Emmys, a group surrounded Fisher as he video-called David to tell him about the win.
David Beckham accepted an Emmy award for his Netflix documentary series over the phone when producers called him from the ceremony in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
At the Creative Arts Emmys in Los Angeles on Saturday, the docuseries (pictured) won in the documentary or nonfiction series category.
“It’s okay, David,” the actor and producer shouted as he broke the news.
“Amazing,” David replied as the camera panned to show the screen, to which Fisher said, “We miss you bro, we miss you.”
David shared his disappointment at not being present, as he promised he and Fisher would celebrate in a few weeks.
“All the love to the family, congratulations,” added Fisher, before the footballer and producer said goodbye.
The series offered an unprecedented look at David’s career path and a glimpse into the beginning of his romance and marriage.
The four-part series was nominated for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series at the 2024 Emmy Awards, alongside Quiet On Set: The Dark Side Of Kids TV, STAX: Soulsville USA Telemarketers and The Jinx – Part Two.
It was also nominated for Best Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program, Best Directing for a Documentary/Nonfiction Program, Best Picture Editing and Best Musical Composition.
In reaction, David told HELLO!: ‘It is a real honour for me and the entire creative team to have BECKHAM recognised by the Television Academy.
The former footballer, 49, and his wife Victoria, 50, were nominated in a whopping five categories for the 2023 Netflix documentary Beckham: What Makes David Run
The award was collected by producer Fisher Stevens (pictured), who made sure to call the footballer during the celebration to inform him of the success.
In a clip shared on Instagram from the Emmys, a group gathered around Fisher as he video-called David to tell him about the win.
“Making this series was a very personal journey, a love letter to football and my family. For me and Victoria it has been an overwhelming experience to have had such a warm and positive response to the series.
‘I am so grateful to the incredible team led by Fisher Stevens and also to all those people in my life and career who participated and have played such an important role in my story.’
Last month it was revealed that Victoria is now preparing to film a tell-all documentary about her fashion brand after securing a huge deal with Netflix.
The Spice Girl, 50, will share insights into her work life with the streamer following the success of her husband David BECKHAM’s docuseries.
The beloved mother will delve deeper into her fashion brand in the documentary and follow her journey as she prepares for Paris Fashion Week next year.
The series offered an unprecedented look at David’s career path and a glimpse into the beginning of his romance and marriage.
David shared his disappointment at not being in attendance, having promised he and Fisher (pictured together in May) would celebrate in a few weeks.
Her new documentary will offer a behind-the-scenes look at her journey from becoming a Spice Girl to becoming creative director of her successful fashion and beauty brand.
The couple married in 1999 and share four children: Brooklyn, 25, Romeo, 21, Cruz, 19, and Harper, 13.
Victoria launched her fashion label in 2008 and recently released a collection with streetwear brand Mango.
Following the success of her clothing brand, Victoria launched her own beauty and skincare line in 2019.