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Reclusive singer joins sports and entertainment stars to be made a CBE in Queen's annual ceremony
Kate Bush has been named among the Queen's New Years Honours list for services to music. She will become Kate Bush CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire).
The reclusive star has been named among a small number of names from the entertainment world, and is the only pop musician to make the list. Violinist Nicola Bendetti has been named an MBE.
Other big names on the list include Hollywood actor Ewan MacGregor, who will be awarded an OBE and Dancing On Ice judge Arlene Phillips, who will also receive a CBE. After the success of London 2012, a number of sports stars make the list, including Bradley Wiggins, Jessica Ennis, Mo Farah and Victoria Pendleton.
Speaking of her CBE, Kate Bush said in a statement: "I feel deeply honoured to be included in this list. It’s a great surprise and I’m really delighted. Thanks to everyone who’s encouraged and supported my work over the years."
Kate Bush has been named as CBE in the Queen's New Years Honours list
Kate Bush released two albums in 2011 and returned to the UK Top Ten in 2012 after her track 'Running Up That Hill' was used in the Olympics closing ceremony.
Bush was reported to have refused an invitation to perform at the closing ceremony, along with the likes of The Rolling Stones, The Sex Pistols and David Bowie.
Watch 'Running Up That Hill' from the Olympics closing ceremony below.
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