Singer Rod Stewart, who helped British rock conquer the world with a string of megahits, turns 80 on Friday – with no plans to slow down.

The Maggie May hitmaker, 79, beamed from ear to ear as he smiled alongside his children. Sean, 44, Ruby, 37, Renee, 32, Liam, 30, and the two sons he shares with Penny; Alistair, 19, and Aiden, 13, were all present for the family occasion.

Music legend Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster have embarked on a new venture in their illustrious careers. The pair have been unveiled as the latest celebrity ambassadors for the King's charity,

Sir Rod Stewart, 80, and his wife Penny Lancaster, 53, have been announced as the newest celebrity ambassadors for The King's Foundation. The couple will join existing ambassadors including David Beckham and Sienna Miller in supporting the royal charity's initiatives.