Actor Ray Winstone has said he is “a very proud Londoner” after receiving the Freedom of the City of London.
The 68-year old, who has starred in films including The Departed, Scum and Sexy Beast, was honoured at a ceremony in central London in recognition of his charity work.
Born in Hackney and renowned for playing “hard man” characters, Winstone has been a long-time supporter of a number of causes including the West Ham United Foundation, the official charity of his beloved West Ham United FC.
The actor, known for his distinct East End accent, also supports the ICAP Charity Day, a fundraising event which sees ICAP and City brokers donate 100% of a day’s revenue to charity.
