Victoria Beckham opens up about the emotional toll media scrutiny has taken on her children

 

In a candid new interview, Victoria Beckham has opened up about the relentless scrutiny that has shadowed her marriage to David Beckham for over two decades, including the infamous 2004 affair allegations that nearly tore them apart. Speaking on the popular "Call Her Daddy" podcast hosted by Alex Cooper, the 51-year-old fashion designer and former Spice Girl reflected on how the couple has weathered storms of speculation, emerging stronger after 26 years together. "Do you know... we've had so much thrown at us," she said, her voice carrying the weight of experience. "We've always just been there together and just ridden the damn storm. Ridden the damn storm."

The conversation, which dropped on October 22, 2025, comes at a milestone moment for the Beckhams, who recently celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary. Victoria didn't shy away from the doubters who once predicted their union wouldn't last. "By the way, people said it wouldn’t work... 26 years," she emphasized, underscoring the resilience that has defined their relationship. While she didn't name names, the timing and context of her words point directly to the lingering shadow of Rebecca Loos, David's former personal assistant, whose explosive claims rocked the celebrity world more than two decades ago.

## The Scandal That Gripped the World

It was the spring of 2004, and David Beckham was at the peak of his global fame, captaining England's national team while dazzling on the pitch for Real Madrid. Victoria, then riding high as Posh Spice turned style icon, was navigating motherhood with their young sons Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz, and preparing for the arrival of daughter Harper years later. Into this high-stakes life stepped Rebecca Loos, a 26-year-old Norwegian-born model hired as David's personal assistant. What began as a professional arrangement quickly spiraled into tabloid frenzy when Loos alleged a passionate four-month affair with the soccer star.

In a now-infamous News of the World interview, Loos detailed intimate encounters, including a steamy night in a Madrid nightclub followed by a rendezvous at David's hotel suite. She described the thrill of secrecy amid the glamour, but also the emotional toll. "It was like a drug," she later reflected in a 2023 follow-up to the Daily Mail. David, however, vehemently denied the allegations, branding them "ludicrous" and "a bundle of utter nonsense." The fallout was immediate and brutal: Front-page headlines screamed betrayal, paparazzi swarmed the Beckham family home in Hertfordshire, and the British press feasted on every whisper of discord.

For Victoria, the betrayal wasn't just personal—it was public. In their 2023 Netflix docuseries *Beckham*, she laid bare the raw pain of that era. "It was the hardest period for us, because it felt like the world was against us," she confessed, tears welling as she recalled the isolation. "And here's the thing: We were against each other, if I'm being completely honest." David echoed her vulnerability, admitting, "I don't know how we got through it, in all honesty. Victoria's everything to me. To see her hurt was incredibly difficult. But we're fighters, and at that time, we needed to fight for each other."

The couple's united front eventually silenced the doubters, but not without scars. Loos, now 47 and a yoga instructor and mother of two, has stood by her story over the years, insisting in recent interviews that she spoke out to reclaim control after feeling mistreated. "It’s better that it comes from me," she explained, framing her decision not as revenge but as a bid for truth amid the "two-faced life" she perceived.

## Navigating the Noise: A Marriage Forged in Fire

Victoria's podcast appearance marks one of her most direct public nods to the saga since the docuseries. When Cooper probed about handling "speculations" that "come out about your marriage," alluding to David's Netflix reflections, Victoria pivoted with grace but firmness. Rather than delving into specifics, she chose empowerment, steering the chat toward her own triumphs—like overcoming an eating disorder that plagued her youth and early fame. It's a classic Beckham move: Turn pain into purpose, headlines into history.

This isn't the first time Victoria has brushed off the gossip mill. Back in 2018, she told British Vogue, "People have been making things up about our relationship for 20 years, so David and I are pretty used to ignoring the nonsense and just carrying on as normal." Their strategy? Unwavering solidarity. From joint red-carpet appearances to co-parenting their brood—Brooklyn, 26, now a photographer and restaurateur; Romeo, 22, following in his father's soccer footsteps; Cruz, 20, a budding musician; and Harper, 14, the stylish family mini-me—they've built an empire that includes Victoria's eponymous fashion line, David's Inter Miami CF ownership, and their shared UNESCO ambassadorship.

Yet, the affair rumors have resurfaced periodically, fueled by Loos's occasional updates and the enduring allure of celebrity scandal. The 2023 docuseries reignited interest, prompting Loos to double down: "I have never lied or exaggerated anything." David and Victoria's response? Quiet strength. As Victoria put it on the podcast, they've "ridden the storm" not by confrontation, but by commitment.

## A Legacy of Love and Lessons

Today, the Beckhams stand as a testament to reinvention. Victoria, once the sleek Posh Spice, has evolved into a beauty mogul with her successful skincare line and a wardrobe that's pure aspiration. David, retired from the game but never from the spotlight, balances family life with ventures like his Netflix projects and soccer academies. Their children, too, embody the blend of grit and glamour: Brooklyn's recent reconciliation efforts with his parents (despite earlier family tensions) signal a new chapter of unity.

Victoria's message on "Call Her Daddy" is clear: Speculation is the price of fame, but love is the ultimate rebuttal. "We've had so much thrown at us," she reiterated, "and we've always just been there together." In an age of fleeting relationships and viral takedowns, the Beckhams' endurance feels almost defiant—a reminder that some bonds, tested by fire, only burn brighter. As they toast to 26 years (and counting), one thing's certain: The world may speculate, but Victoria and David Beckham? They're too busy thriving.