May 24, 2025: David and Victoria Beckham are reportedly facing a growing rift with their eldest son Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz, with insiders claiming the family is currently navigating a period of deep estrangement. The issue came into the public eye after Brooklyn and Nicola skipped David’s lavish 50th birthday celebration in London earlier this month, an absence that sources say hit the former football star and fashion mogul hard.
According to a report in US Weekly, David and Victoria “feel betrayed” by their son’s no-show, describing the situation as a “blow” to the Beckham family. Notably, neither David nor Victoria has reached out to Brooklyn directly since the event — no calls, texts, or messages have been exchanged, insiders claim.
Control Issues at the Heart of the Rift
A major factor behind the growing tension appears to be differences in expectations and control. The source revealed that the estrangement is “rooted in control and different plans for Brooklyn’s future.”
Nicola Peltz, daughter of American billionaire Nelson Peltz and former model Claudia Heffner, comes from a powerful and influential background. According to insiders, the Beckhams, who are accustomed to having control over family dynamics, may be struggling with this “shift in power.”
Brooklyn & Nicola: Solid as Ever
Despite the fallout with his parents, Brooklyn’s bond with Nicola is reportedly stronger than ever. The couple, who tied the knot in April 2022, are said to be focusing on their marriage and building a life centered on “unconditional love, caring, support, and family.”
More Than One Reason Behind the Distance
The rift is also said to have been intensified by Brooklyn’s alleged disapproval of Kim Turnbull, girlfriend of his younger brother, Romeo Beckham. Sources claim this added tension contributed to Brooklyn’s decision to skip the high-profile birthday bash.
While the road to reconciliation may be long, friends close to the family say there is still a “desire to mend” the fractured relationship — particularly from David and Victoria’s side.