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By Sara-Aisha Kent & Zoe Delaney Many famous faces wish for the day they receive a royal honour – but there have been a number of celebrities who have declined the opportunity when presented with it. The New Year’s Honours List 2023 has been announced, and it recognises the outstanding achievements of our homegrown stars from the world of sport, stage and screen recognised. However, over the years many celebs have actually turned down the chance to receive an honour from the Queen – and now King Charles – and shared their reasons why for not wanting to be honoured by the British establishment….