Helena Bonham Carter is set to receive a CBE, short for Commander of the Order of the British Empire, from Queen Elizabeth II. Helena says she is dedicating the CBE to her late father. Other Potter stars who have received honors from the Queen include Maggie Smith and Michael Gambon.

These honours are givren twice a year by the Queen (New Year’s and on her birthday in June). Recipients are selected by committees of civil servants from nominations made by the government and the public. The honours are knighthoods, CBE, OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) and MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire.)