Brooklyn Beckham Says No Reconciliation with Parents
BROOKLYN BECKHAM — The eldest son of football star David Beckham and former Spice Girls member Victoria Beckham has publicly said that he has cut ties with his parents and will no longer try to reconcile.
The long-standing family conflict, which has been reported in international news for years, escalated on January 20, 2026, when Brooklyn shared a detailed message on Instagram Stories explaining his side. He said he stayed quiet for years to keep family matters private but felt compelled to speak after false stories about him continued to appear in the media.
Brooklyn said he wants to stand up for himself and live freely, without being controlled by public image, pressure, or manipulation. He accused his parents of shaping public stories to protect their reputation, even if it hurt him and others, and said that many public appearances and posts did not reflect their real family life.
A major part of the conflict involves Brooklyn’s wife, American actress Nicola Peltz, whom he married in April 2022. He said his mother treated Nicola poorly even before the wedding, including canceling a wedding dress she had designed at the last minute, forcing Nicola to find another one quickly. Brooklyn also said his parents pressured him to give up the rights to his name to protect the Beckham brand, which changed how they treated him afterward. During wedding planning, he said he was insulted for personal choices and that Nicola was treated unfairly. He added that his mother interrupted their first dance at the wedding, leaving him embarrassed in front of 500 guests.
Brooklyn said that standing up for himself led to further attacks, including online conflicts involving his siblings. He described ongoing disrespect toward Nicola and limited private time with his father unless it was for public events. Brooklyn believes his family values image, promotions, and social media more than real relationships. Since stepping away, he said his anxiety has eased, and he now feels peaceful, thankful, and emotionally healthier. He emphasized that he and Nic