David Beckham is a professional soccer player for the Los Angeles Galaxy. Beckham is one of the most recognizable athletes in the world and is married to fashion icon Victoria Beckham, of Spice Girls fame.

People Magazine reported on April 28, 2009, that Beckham is launching a new clothing line for Adidas Originals by Originals. The line will feature fall and winter "updated American sportswear" and "reinterpretations of Adidas’s iconic styles." People: David Beckham to Launch Clothing Collection (April 28, 2009).

Beckham began his career when he debuted with Manchester United in 1992 at the age of 17. During his time with the team, Manchester United won the Premier League title six times and the UEFA Champions League in 1999. He left Manchester for Real Madrid in 2003, and in his final season with the club, Real Madrid captured the La Liga title. Beckham signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2007 and currently resides in Beverly Hills, California with his wife and two children.

On October 22, 2008, it was reported that the L.A. Galaxy would lend Beckham to AC Milan for several months in the season. The move will allow Beckham to stay in playing shape year round while increasing his visibility and popularity in the sport.ESPN.com: AC Milan, Galaxy in talks over Beckham loan (October 22, 2008)

On October 30, 2008, a deal was finalized which lends Beckham to AC Milan in January of 2009. The deal requires that Beckham returns to the Galaxy in March of 2009, so that he can prepare for the Major league Soccer season.ESPN.com: Beckham to join AC Milan on loan in January

In March of 2009, the Galaxy, who allowed Beckham to play for the AC Milan on loan, reached an agreement with the AC Milan to allow Beckham to split his time between each club. Beckham will reportedly return to the Galaxy in July of 2009, playing through October, then head coach to AC Milan in November.ESPN.com: Beckham's Extended Stay in Italy Confirmed

On December 27, 2008, the Pepsi corporation announced that they were ending their 10-year advertising relationship with the star soccer player. A spokesperson from Pepsi stated, "David's football legacy will live on and everyone at Pepsi will continue to be as passionate about his success as we have been over the last 10 years. We wish David well with the many projects he is pursuing and look forward to the possibility of partnering together with him again someday."SI.com: Fizz! Pesi cans Beckham ads(December 27, 2008)

On February 4, 2009, Beckham announced his desire to stay with the AC Milan, where he is playing on loan from the Galaxy. He stated that both teams know of this wishes and he is waiting for them to come to some agreement.ESPN.com: Beckham Admits He Wants to Swap LA for Milan

• ESPN - soccernet.com: Stats
  • Height: 5'11"
  • Weight: 163 lbs
  • Years Pro: 15

• May 2, 1975: Born

• 1991: Signs with Manchester United

• 1996: England debut

• 2003: Signs with Real Madrid

• 2007: Plays for the Los Angeles Galaxy