Brooklyn Beckham has publicly dismissed rumors of a deepening rift with his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, calling them "rubbish," while confirming he would not attend a key Inter Miami match in New York. The 26-year-old, eldest son of the former soccer icon and Spice Girl, was in the city for the Ryder Cup All-Star celebrity golf match at Bethpage Black but chose not to support his father’s co-owned MLS team against New York City FC, just an hour away.
Brooklyn, who has built a career as a model, photographer, and founder of the hot sauce brand Cloud 23—named after his father’s iconic jersey number—spoke to the press after his golf round. He explained his decision to return to Los Angeles immediately, citing commitments to his wife, actress Nicola Peltz, their four dogs, and work. "I have to go back to Los Angeles. I left my wife with our four dogs on her own, so I have to go back and help out and get back to work," he said, prioritizing personal responsibilities over the soccer match.
The absence comes amid ongoing speculation about tensions within the Beckham family, which have intensified since late last year. Reports suggest David and Victoria are no longer on speaking terms with Brooklyn and Nicola, with the couple notably absent from significant family events, including David’s 50th birthday celebration in May and a recent vow renewal ceremony for Brooklyn and Peltz in August. The intimate renewal at Peltz’s family home in New York, attended by around 200 guests, excluded the entire Beckham family, including siblings Romeo, Cruz, and Harper. Brooklyn has also been notably silent on social media about family milestones, such as Romeo’s 23rd birthday and a cousin’s celebration, fueling perceptions of a growing divide.
Addressing the rumors head-on, Brooklyn downplayed the negativity surrounding his family dynamics. "There’s always going to be people saying negative things, but I have a very supportive wife," he said. "Me and her, we just do our thing, we just keep our heads down and work. And we’re happy." Friends of Nicola have defended her, with one source claiming she "broke the jinx" by asserting independence from the Beckhams’ influence, leading to friction when David and Victoria realized they could no longer steer the couple’s decisions.
The roots of the rumored feud trace back to Brooklyn and Nicola’s 2022 wedding, where disagreements reportedly surfaced over details like Peltz’s dress. Initially planned to be designed by Victoria’s fashion label, the dress was sourced elsewhere, sparking media speculation and denials from the bride. Since then, Brooklyn has reportedly unfollowed his brothers on Instagram and requested "no contact," leaving David and Victoria concerned and heartbroken. Victoria, in particular, is said to have reached a breaking point, declaring "enough is enough" after unsuccessful attempts at reconciliation, though she remains hopeful for her son’s return.
David Beckham, co-owner of Inter Miami—a team bolstered by stars like Lionel Messi—has not publicly addressed his son’s absence from the game, where Miami secured a 4-0 victory. It’s unclear whether David attended the match himself. Meanwhile, Brooklyn’s comments reflect a focus on carving out his own path, prioritizing his marriage and career amid the high-profile family drama that continues to draw attention. As the Beckhams navigate this challenging period, the question remains whether time will heal the rift or if the divide will deepen further.
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