Idris Elba says he has made his mum 'very happy' as he collects OBE

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Idris Elba said he had made his mother "very happy" as he collected his OBE for services to drama on Friday. The Luther star's mum Eve watched on proudly as her son was awarded with the honour during an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

The 43-year-old shared a photo of himself and his mother outside the palace following the service, writing: "@BritishMonarchy made my mum very happy today!!"

  
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He had earlier told fans that he would be "flying the East End flag" during the ceremony, which was presented by the Duke of Cambridge. Idris looked dapper as he stood by his car in a smart blue suit ahead of his journey to the palace.