The Welsh singer, 87, was made a Companion of Honour in the New Year Honours list for her services to music.

Dame Shirley Bassey among those honoured at Windsor Castle

Dame Shirley, 87, famously sang about diamonds in the 1971 James Bond film and said the lyrics “rang true” to her.

Diamonds are forever: Shirley Bassey to auction jewellery gifted by Elton John

Among dozens of recipients from Wales are singer Dame Shirley Bassey, businesswomen Amanda Blanc and Joanna Swash 

She is the first solo female music artist to be honoured with a dedicated stamp issue

The design features the name and silhouette of the Big Spender singer striking her famous arms-outstretched pose.

Dame Shirley Bassey and Gary Barlow OBE will perform for the Queen to celebrate her 90th birthday.

Dame Shirley Bassey releases her first festive recording "The Christmas Song" with Brit-Award winning harmonisers Blake. 

Dame Shirley Bassey and Brit-Award winning harmonisers Blake have joined forces to record ‘The Christmas Song’.