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The Beckhams, a Perfect Family in Photos

Solène Delinger

23-January-2026

The Beckhams, a Perfect Family in Photos

For years, the Beckhams embodied the ultimate ideal of family success—carefully orchestrated public appearances and Instagram posts that showcased their unity.
But Brooklyn Beckham has now shattered that image once and for all.
Couple days ago and after months of rumors about tensions within the family, the 26-year-old shared a scathing statement on Instagram, accusing his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of controlling their public image “The performative social media posts, family events, and inauthentic relationships.”

The entire Beckham family gathered to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s birthday on April 17, 2024

According to Brooklyn, his father David, the former football star—an iconic national figure since his career at Manchester United—and his wife, Victoria, the unforgettable Posh Spice, are not the supportive and devoted parents they have always claimed to be. Instead, he portrays them as hypocritical and manipulative, obsessed with their reputation.
“I’m standing up for myself for the first time in my life,” the eldest of the siblings declared, before listing what he described as toxic behaviors from his parents to support his accusations.

A Perfectly Crafted Illusion?

Did the power couple manage to fool everyone with a flawless and untouchable communication strategy?
Looking back at their family photos, it is impossible to detect any sign of discomfort between the parents and their children. On the contrary, they all seemed to get along perfectly. Brooklyn appeared smiling in every public appearance alongside his younger brothers, Romeo and Cruz.
He also looked delighted when he sat front row at NBA games at the Staples Center in Los Angeles with his father embodying the ultimate cool dad with his big smile and sportswear style during his time with the Los Angeles Galaxy.


David Beckham with his three sons, Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz, at the Parc des Princes (Paris, May 18, 2013).

Smiles for the Cameras?

In photos, Brooklyn’s closeness with David Beckham is striking: his father seems constantly protective and affectionate, while Brooklyn looks at him with admiration. Victoria Beckham showed the same protective side, taking her eldest son to numerous fashion events and premieres, often holding his hand when he was younger.


Victoria Beckham and her son Brooklyn Beckham in West Hollywood (West Hollywood, May 24, 2010).

Were the smiles in David Beckham’s shared photos just for show? Or was he genuinely happy with his family before things fell apart?
At the beginning of his relationship with Nicola Peltz in early 2020, the family still appeared united. The young heiress featured in many of Brooklyn’s father’s posts, looking radiant and as though she had found her place within the family.


A photo of Cruz Beckham, David Beckham, Victoria Beckham, Harper Beckham, Nicola Peltz, and Brooklyn Beckham,
shared on David Beckham’s Instagram account on January 1, 2024.

But Brooklyn claims that behind the scenes, the reality was far darker. He alleges that his parents tried to sabotage his relationship with Nicola Peltz, whom they never truly liked.
“We’ve gone out of or way for years to show up and support at every fashion show, every party, and every press activity to show “our perfect family,” he said. Before adding sharply: “But the one time my wife asked for my mum’s support to save displaced dogs during the LA fires, my mum refused.”
David and Victoria Beckham have not yet responded to these serious accusations from their eldest son, who seems determined to make his truth heard—whatever the cost.


Brooklyn, Victoria, and David Beckham at the GQ Men of the Year Awards (London, September 3, 2019).

Cruz, Brooklyn, Romeo, and David Beckham on Brooklyn’s wedding day (Palm Beach, April 8, 2022). 

Brooklyn Beckham, Victoria Beckham, Nicola Peltz, and David Beckham at the launch of Cloud 23, Brooklyn’s hot sauce
(London, October 4, 2024). 

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