Noel Gallagher is "thrilled and honoured" to have his picture going on display at the National Portrait Gallery

When the exhibition ends on 2 March, 2025, the black-and-white photograph - which was taken by Zoe Law - will be added to the gallery's permanent collection.

Noel, 57, said in a statement: 'I am thrilled and honoured to have my portrait added to the National Portrait Gallery's permanent collection.

"The thought of the portrait of a grumpy middle-aged man, who frankly hates having his picture taken, being permanently displayed for future generations to marvel at is very special."

The photographer said in her own statement: "It is the greatest honour that my portrait of the legend Noel Gallagher has been acquired by the National Portrait Gallery - a lasting legacy that all portrait photographers and artists dream of."

The 'Legends' exhibition will also feature pictures of 'Lord of the Rings' actor Orlando Bloom, late England footballing legend Sir Bobby Charlton, and a never-before-seen photo of 'Sex and the City' actress Kim Cattrall.

Sabina Jaskot-Gill, senior curator of photographs at the gallery, said: "We are absolutely delighted to have recently acquired Zoe Law's portrait of Noel Gallagher for the National Portrait Gallery's photographs collection.

"I am really looking forward to seeing more of her Legends exhibited across our studio gallery and spotlight space in what promises to be an exciting and innovative display.

"I hope that these striking monochromatic portraits - which celebrate the diversity of British cultural life - help inspire the next generation of photographers and visitors to the National Portrait Gallery."