The Beckham family, long seen as a picture of glamour and unity, is facing intense public scrutiny after a surprising social media development. The Instagram activity of the famous clan has taken an unexpected turn, hinting at possible tensions behind the scenes.
Instagram Unfollows Spark Speculation
According to a report by PEOPLE, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, who is 26 years old, has stopped following his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, on Instagram. In a reciprocal move, the celebrity parents have also unfollowed their eldest son. The digital disconnect extends to Brooklyn's wife, actress Nicola Peltz Beckham. Neither David nor Victoria follows their daughter-in-law, and she does not follow them back.
This shift is particularly notable because David and Victoria continue to follow their other sons, Romeo and Cruz. Their youngest child, Harper, is 14 years old and does not currently use the platform. The unfollowing pattern appears to be mutual among the brothers as well. Brooklyn has also unfollowed Romeo and Cruz, and they have stopped following him, with the same situation reflected on Nicola's account.
So far, none of the involved family members or their representatives has commented publicly on these actions. The sudden change has led many online observers to interpret it as a clear sign of underlying family tension.
A History of Strained Relations
This social media fallout comes at a time when the family is reportedly navigating a difficult period. The silence from all sides has only amplified curiosity about the private dynamics.
The roots of the rumoured strain trace back to Brooklyn's marriage to Nicola. The couple had a grand wedding ceremony in Palm Beach in 2022, which was meant to be a simple celebration. However, the event became the starting point for persistent rumours of a rift with the Beckhams.
Trouble first emerged when Nicola chose not to wear a wedding dress designed by her mother-in-law, Victoria, despite initial plans suggesting she would. Reports have been conflicting, with some insiders insisting the tension was real and others claiming the story was exaggerated.
Further friction was reported when, according to a source speaking to PEOPLE, Victoria ‘hijacked’ a dance the newlyweds had planned for themselves to a song performed by Marc Anthony as a wedding gift. This switch reportedly upset people close to Brooklyn and Nicola.
Recent Events and Family Feelings
The situation seemed to escalate in May when David Beckham hosted a lavish party in London to celebrate his 50th birthday. While Victoria, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper were all in attendance, Brooklyn and Nicola notably skipped the event.
Reports suggested their absence was linked to the presence of Romeo’s girlfriend, Kim Turnball, who was once romantically linked to Brooklyn. However, other sources have claimed the two never actually dated.
An insider revealed to PEOPLE that David and Victoria are feeling "hurt and disappointed" by the current state of affairs. "Every time they finally have a happy moment, it all falls apart again. They've tried to make peace," the source said.
The source also shed light on Brooklyn's perspective, stating, "Brooklyn feels torn. It’s his family and blood, but he’s always had a complicated relationship with his dad. A lot of their relationship has felt like 'business.'"
Despite the apparent discord, the source added a note of hope, saying, "The relationship is definitely not beyond repair. They love and are always there for him. They’re just hurt and disappointed that he’s now playing no part in family life."
