Zoe Billingham made the remarks after receiving her CBE from the Princess Royal at a Windsor Castle investiture on Tuesday

James Bond actor Daniel Craig has received the same honour as that bestowed on his character 007 as he was honoured at Windsor Castle for services to film and theatre.

The chairman of film studio Universal has described becoming a dame as “exceeding all expectations”, as she received her honour at Windsor Castle.

James Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson have said they are “still on the hunt” for the next 007, joking it is unfortunate that “perfect candidate” the Duke of Cambridge is unavailable for the role.

James Bond producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson are among the high achievers to be honoured at Buckingham Palace on Friday.

Oscar-winning filmmaker and artist Steve McQueen will be among a host of high-achievers to be recognised with royal honours at Windsor Castle on Tuesday. The 12 Years A Slave director will receive a knighthood for services to art and film.

Oscar-winning cinematographer Roger Deakins has said his knighthood is for everyone he has ever worked with as he received the royal honour at Windsor Castle.

The England and Manchester United striker said his motivation is to give the nation’s youngsters the things he did not have when growing up and stressed every child deserves an “opportunity”