David Beckham bakes at an Iranian restaurant in Doha, sparking a reaction from the public
English football legend David Beckham continues to prove that his stardom extends far beyond the pitch, encompassing his daily life and spontaneous interactions with diverse cultures around the world. In a heartwarming incident that quickly went viral, the English star shared a unique moment with his social media followers, showing him skillfully and joyfully practicing his profession as a baker in an Iranian restaurant in Doha, Qatar.
Beckham and Iranian bread: A spontaneous experience
David Beckham, the current owner of Inter Miami CF, posted videos on his official Instagram account showing him standing in front of a traditional oven, holding dough and attempting to bake it using traditional Iranian methods. Beckham captioned the video with a humorous comment, "New career," jokingly suggesting he might become a baker after retiring from football. The video shows the global star handling the dough carefully and smiling broadly, encouraged by the restaurant staff, reflecting a humble side of his personality and his love for exploring local experiences.
Widespread reaction and praise for humility
As soon as the clips were posted, social media was abuzz with comments from fans who praised Beckham's sense of humor and his remarkable humility in interacting with the community during his travels abroad. Many considered the footage to be more than just an entertaining video; it was a message of appreciation for tradespeople and a testament to the fact that stardom doesn't preclude enjoying life's simple pleasures and sharing the details of one's day with others.
Context of the visit and Beckham's relationship with Qatar
This visit comes in the context of the close relationship that David Beckham has with the State of Qatar, where he served as an ambassador for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. During his frequent visits to Doha, the English star has made it a habit to visit heritage sites and popular markets such as Souq Waqif, and to taste traditional foods, which contributes to promoting tourism in the region and highlighting its cultural diversity.
The other side of the myth: humanitarian work
Beyond his humor and spontaneous moments, David Beckham is known as one of the world's most prominent humanitarian athletes. Since 2005, he has served as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Not content with this honorary title, he also launched the "7 Fund" in partnership with UNICEF, an initiative aimed at protecting millions of children worldwide from harm and providing them with access to education and healthcare.
Beckham has used his global fame to serve worthy causes, undertaking numerous field visits to countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to highlight the suffering of children in impoverished and conflict-affected areas. He is also known for his generous donations to charities, his regular participation in charity football matches whose proceeds support hospitals and children in need, and his strong support for campaigns to educate and empower girls in developing communities, making him an icon in philanthropy as much as he was an icon in football.
