Brooklyn Beckham has criticized his family, claiming their affection seems to be measured by how often they share things on social media. He feels their connection isn’t genuine.
On Monday, the 26-year-old chef publicly addressed his ongoing conflict with David and Victoria Beckham in a lengthy social media post, finally sharing his side of the story.
He released a six-page statement explaining that he doesn’t want to reconcile with his family and is finally asserting himself.
Brooklyn Beckham and his wife, Nicola Peltz, 31, have been increasingly distant from his family, missing important events like his father David’s 50th birthday, and causing a noticeable rift.
A particularly harsh section of the statement said: ‘My family prioritizes public appearances and sponsorships above everything else. Building the ‘Beckham brand’ is their top priority.’
These days, it often seems like ‘family love’ is measured by how active you are on social media or how willing you are to prioritize family photos – even if it means neglecting work or other commitments.
For years, we’ve made a real effort to attend all the fashion shows, parties, and press events, always presenting a picture of the ‘perfect family.’
My wife once asked my mother to help rescue dogs affected by the Los Angeles fires, but my mother said no.
A representative for David and Victoria has been contacted by The Daily Mail for comment.
He started by saying he’d kept quiet for years and had tried his best to handle these issues privately.
I’m disappointed that my parents and their representatives keep talking to the media. Because of this, I feel I need to share my side of the story and address some of the untrue things that have been published.
I’ve decided not to try and make things right with my family. This isn’t about someone controlling me; it’s about finally asserting my own needs and boundaries, which I haven’t done before.
‘For my entire life, my parents have controlled narratives in the press about our family.
Growing up, it felt like everything was for show – all the carefully crafted social media posts, the family gatherings that felt staged, and even the people my parents pretended to connect with. It was like I was watching a performance, and I was born right into the middle of it.
I’ve recently witnessed how far some people will go to spread lies in the media, often harming innocent individuals, all to maintain a false image. However, I’m confident that the truth will eventually be revealed.
My parents have consistently tried to sabotage my relationship, starting even before my wedding, and they still haven’t let up.
My mom unexpectedly cancelled making Nicola’s dress right before the event, even though Nicola was really looking forward to wearing it. This left Nicola scrambling to find a replacement.
In the weeks leading up to my wedding, my parents kept trying to get me to legally change my name – they pressured me and even offered me money to do so. This would have impacted not only me, but also my wife and any children we might have.
They insisted I sign the agreement before my wedding, as that would start the deal’s official process.
‘My holdout affected the payday, and they have never treated me the same since.
During wedding preparations, my mum became very upset and even called me ‘evil’ when Nicola and I decided to seat my grandmother, Sandra, and Nicola’s grandmother at our table. They were both widows, and we wanted them to feel included. Both sets of parents did have their own tables, which were right next to ours.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve seen firsthand how family dynamics can really impact a big life event. It was incredibly hurtful when, the night before my wedding, several family members felt the need to point out that my partner, Nicola, wasn’t ‘blood’ and therefore, in their eyes, ‘not family.’ It was a really painful thing to hear at such a special time, and honestly, it took a lot to process those comments and still enjoy the beginning of our marriage.
Ever since I began asserting myself with my family, my parents have relentlessly attacked me, both in private and by leaking information to the press.
It was really hurtful when even my own brothers turned on me online, launching attacks before completely cutting me off last summer. It felt so sudden and unexpected, and honestly, it was a tough time.
My mom unexpectedly cut in on my first dance with my wife. We’d been planning it for weeks and had chosen a really romantic song.
Okay, so picture this: five hundred people at my wedding, and everything was going beautifully. Marc Anthony actually called me up on stage – the plan was for a sweet first dance with my wife. But then… my mum stepped in. And let’s just say her dance with me wasn’t exactly the tender moment I expected. It was… inappropriate, to say the least, and happened right there in front of everyone! Honestly, it was mortifying, but now, looking back, it’s a pretty unforgettable wedding story.
I’ve never been so uncomfortable and embarrassed. We hoped renewing our vows would give us happy new wedding memories, but instead, it caused us a lot of anxiety and humiliation.
My wife and I have struggled with my family for a long time, as they haven’t shown her the respect she deserves. My mother, in particular, has repeatedly invited women I used to know into our lives, seemingly to cause tension and discomfort for both of us.
Even though things were difficult, we still went to London to celebrate my dad’s birthday. However, he wouldn’t spend any one-on-one time with us while we waited in our hotel. He only wanted to see us at his large party, which had a hundred guests and was full of cameras.
He only agreed to meet if I came alone, which really hurt my feelings. Then, when my family visited Los Angeles, he wouldn’t even see them.
He explained that the idea his wife controls him is the opposite of the truth. He said he’s actually been controlled by his parents for most of his life.
I used to struggle with intense anxiety, but since becoming independent from my family, it’s gone away. Now, I wake up each day feeling thankful for the life I’ve built and finally experiencing peace and calm.
My wife and I simply want a peaceful, private life, and happiness for our family – we don’t want to be defined by what others think or by media attention.
Last summer, the relationship between the Beckhams became severely strained, to the point where Brooklyn asked his parents to communicate with him only through their lawyers, Schillings and Harbottle & Lewis, according to the Daily Mail.
According to a source, David was instructed to communicate with them only through his lawyers at Schillings. That was the sole method of communication they would allow.
Brooklyn prefers his parents not reach out to him directly or discuss him publicly on social media.
They hadn’t taken any legal steps against each other, and the letter itself wasn’t based on any legal grounds – it was just a simple request.
However, Brooklyn still remains in regular contact with both sets of grandparents.
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