Prince William honour Chiwetel Ejiofor a “CBE” for his Services to Drama

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Nigerian-born British actor Chiwetel Ejiofor has been made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by the Duke of Cambridge during an official ceremony held at Buckingham Palace in London on Tuesday morning.

The 38-year-old 12 Years a Slave star was awarded an OBE in 2008 and can now add CBE to his list of achievements.
Chiwetel was recognized for his services to drama.

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