Beckham 'greatest pop icon of all time'

David Beckham was today named the greatest pop culture icon, beating Hollywood stars, Madonna and Elvis.

Beckham 'greatest pop icon of all time'
Wed, 12 Nov, 2003 - 06:08

David Beckham was today named the greatest pop culture icon, beating Hollywood stars, Madonna and Elvis.

The soccer idol triumphed in a poll compiled from thousands of votes by music channel VH1 for a TV special.

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