Britain's Capt Sir Tom Moore becomes UK GQ's oldest cover star

November 16, 2020 17:25

Captain Sir Tom Moore has achieved yet another record-breaking accolade, becoming the oldest-ever cover star for British GQ magazine.

The 100-year-old war veteran who won the nations hearts with his fundraising walk to help the National Health Services, will be honoured with the Inspiration Of The Year award at the annual GQ Men Of The Year Awards later this month.

Ahead of the digital ceremony, which is scheduled for 26 November, the former British Army Officer graces the January/February 2021 issue cover of the magazine, making him the oldest cover star in GQs 32-year history.

Upon finding out he is magazines oldest cover star, Captain Sir Tom said: Well, thats something special, isnt it?

The Second World War veteran initially set out to raise 1,000 for NHS charities in March by walking 100 laps of his garden during the first national lockdown. However, on his 100th birthday, his appeal surpassed 32 million.

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