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Harper Beckham, 13, leaves mum Victoria emotional as she battles nerves to give a moving speech at the Harper’s Bazaar Awards… in latest move to launch her showbusiness career

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Harper Beckham awarded her mother Entrepreneur Of The Year on Tuesday night in front of a room full of celebrities and fashions elite.

It’s the latest step in the Beckham’s youngest being branded into a successful dupe of her parents as they continue to push the thirteen-year-old out into the world.

Introduced onto stage wearing one of her mothers dresses, Harper began her speech with: ‘I’m so nervous’.

Standing in front of the likes of Maya Jama, Jodie Comer and Jilly Cooper at the fitting names Harpers Bazaar Women of the Year awards in London, she began to praise Victoria for being a present mum.

‘Good evening everyone, I’m so excited to be here presenting the entrepreneur award,’ Harper said.

Harper Beckham awarded her mother Entrepreneur Of The Year on Tuesday night in front of a room full of celebrities and fashions elite

She hugged Harper

Introduced onto stage wearing one of her mothers dresses, Harper began her speech with: ‘I’m so nervous’, before she welcomed her mum Victoria onto the stage  

Accepting the honour for her contribution to fashion with her eponymous clothing line, Victoria said: 'I am so, so proud of you' and later showed off the glass gong

Accepting the honour for her contribution to fashion with her eponymous clothing line, Victoria said: ‘I am so, so proud of you’ and later showed off the glass gong 

‘Especially as tonight is a school night. And hopefully this isn’t going to get me into trouble.

‘The winner is someone I have always looked up to. She’s built an incredible business from the ground up and has showed me the value of working hard, dreaming big and setting my standards.

‘She’s taught me so much about what it takes to succeed. But above all else she’s taught me to always be kind and even though she has a million things to do, she rarely misses school.  

‘Tonight I am so proud to present the Entrepreneur Of The Year award to a truly inspiring woman who means the world to me, my amazing mummy, Victoria Beckham.’

Entering the stage to accept her award, Victoria said to Harper: ‘I am so, so proud of you.

‘Getting up on stage in front of a room full of people is scary and you did it with such poise and such elegance.

‘I am so proud of the young lady you have become. You keep me grounded and inspire me every day.

‘You teach me to see the world through fresh eyes. And as busy as I am, being a mum is the most important job to me. So thank you.’

Harper's appearance at the awards is the latest stint from her parents in launching her career into the world of showbusiness

Harper’s appearance at the awards is the latest stint from her parents in launching her career into the world of showbusiness

Victoria looked typically stylish in an elegant ivory silk trouser suit while posing with her award shortly after accepting the accolade

Victoria looked typically stylish in an elegant ivory silk trouser suit while posing with her award shortly after accepting the accolade 

Last week it was revealed Victoria, 50, has plotted a secret career move to help their daughter launch into the world of showbusiness after the teen spoke of her dreams to create a brand

Last week it was revealed Victoria, 50, has plotted a secret career move to help their daughter launch into the world of showbusiness after the teen spoke of her dreams to create a brand  

The Spice Girl, 50, received the award for her 'innovation and dedication to the British and global fashion industry' at the event (Pictured with Editor-in-Chief Lydia Slater)

The Spice Girl, 50, received the award for her ‘innovation and dedication to the British and global fashion industry’ at the event (Pictured with Editor-in-Chief Lydia Slater)

Victoria and Harper posed for a photo together, with Posh revealing to her followers on Instagram the evening was being filmed for her Netflix documentary

Victoria and Harper posed for a photo together, with Posh revealing to her followers on Instagram the evening was being filmed for her Netflix documentary 

Harper’s appearance at the awards is the latest stint from her parents in launching her career into the world of showbusiness.

Harper has already made known she wants to follow in the footsteps of her fashion designer mother and hopes to create an ‘amazing brand’ when she’s older.

Victoria has incorporated a business called H7B Limited, which matches the teenager’s full name, Harper Seven Beckham.

H7B also has the former Spice Girl and a solicitor listed as a director.

And a number have brands have reportedly reached out to collaborate.

Victoria admitted she no longer cares about being a celebrity after turning 50 as she passes the baton to her daughter Harper

Victoria admitted she no longer cares about being a celebrity after turning 50 as she passes the baton to her daughter Harper

The fashion designer discussed how she has navigated being in the public eye since she soared to stardom as part of the Spice Girls in the nineties during a new interview

The fashion designer discussed how she has navigated being in the public eye since she soared to stardom as part of the Spice Girls in the nineties during a new interview 

Victoria's sister Louise Adam was at the award ceremony showing her support

Victoria’s sister Louise Adam was at the award ceremony showing her support

Victoria's mum Jackie and sister Louise posed for a photo together

Victoria’s mum Jackie and sister Louise posed for a photo together 

Rivals' Dame Jilly Cooper, winner of the Writer award, and Aidan Turner posed for a photo

Rivals’ Dame Jilly Cooper, winner of the Writer award, and Aidan Turner posed for a photo 

Katarina Johnson-Thompson, winner of the Sportswoman award, and Jodie Comer smiled for the camera

Katarina Johnson-Thompson, winner of the Sportswoman award, and Jodie Comer smiled for the camera 

Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan won the Television Actress award

Joan actress Sophie Turner scooped the Performance award

Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan (left) won the Television Actress award, while Joan actress Sophie Turner (right) scooped the Performance award 

Raye was awarded the Musician gong at the bash and appeared delighted as she posed with Maya Jama

Raye was awarded the Musician gong at the bash and appeared delighted as she posed with Maya Jama 

Bella Maclean was also in attendance and looked glamorous in a black dress

Bella Maclean was also in attendance and looked glamorous in a black dress 

Maya, Archie Madekwe and Raye enjoyed a glass of bubbly in a booth during the ceremony

Maya, Archie Madekwe and Raye enjoyed a glass of bubbly in a booth during the ceremony 

Vick Hope looked incredible in a figure-hugging lime green silk dress

Vick Hope looked incredible in a figure-hugging lime green silk dress 

Aidan, Bella and Alex Hassell all posed for a photo together during the glamorous evening

Aidan, Bella and Alex Hassell all posed for a photo together during the glamorous evening 

For the ceremony, Victoria looked typically stylish in an elegant ivory silk trouser suit while posing with her award shortly after accepting the accolade, with Harper wearing one of her designs – a pale blue silk dress. 

As she was interviewed by Harper’s Bazaar ahead of the event, Victoria admitted she no longer cares about being a celebrity after turning 50 as she passes the baton to her daughter Harper.

The fashion designer discussed how she has navigated being in the public eye since she soared to stardom as part of the Spice Girls in the nineties.

The mother of four admitted it ‘used to be fun’ getting dressed up and being snapped by the paparazzi in a stylish outfit, however she admitted she no longer cares for it. 

The cast of Rivals were out in force to support Dame Jilly's win

The cast of Rivals were out in force to support Dame Jilly’s win 

Aidan and Jilly had a giggle as they enjoyed a glass of champagne

Aidan and Jilly had a giggle as they enjoyed a glass of champagne

Speaking about protecting her privacy, she said: ‘You have to go through those times to make you, ultimately, who you are. We’ve kind of figured out how to be quite discreet, which is just how we want to conduct our lives right now. 

‘I suppose it used to be fun to go out and be chased by paparazzi walking down Bond Street – and you would dress knowing you were going to get that. I don’t want that any more.’

‘I’ve been doing this too long. I suppose I did when I was growing up but, nowadays, there’s just too much going on; too busy; too many kids to worry about. I woke up at 50, and I gave a s*** less.’

Harper has already made it known she wants to follow in the footsteps of her fashion designer mother and hopes to create an ‘amazing brand’ when she’s older.

And it appears her famous parents are edging her one step closer by setting up a business to funnel any future earnings for the rising star.

Discussing Harper’s upcoming appearance in her new Netflix documentary, she said: ‘It’s slightly more targeted on the entrepreneur, the designer of the brand. It’s not going to be as personal. I realise that I am a bit of a travelling circus, even when I’m at work, but this is very fashion-focused. 

‘And, obviously, there’ll be elements of the kids, you know – Harper’s going to come in on Monday and do her fitting for the show. 

‘So they’ll film that. But it’s really shining a light on the business, especially for America. That’s the main reason for doing this.’

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