Source Claims David & Victoria Beckham Fear Their Estranged Son 'Could Be Lost to Them Forever' – Inside Their Reported Rift

Brooklyn Beckham has missed several family celebrations since moving to the US with his wife. It seems multiple factors are contributing to the growing distance between him and his family, and one of them involves a former flame.

According to reports, a rift has developed between David and Victoria Beckham and their son, Brooklyn, since his marriage to Nicola Peltz. Here's what we know about the family feud and how it began.

Wedding Tensions - Bridezilla Rumors

In 2023, a year after Brooklyn and Nicola tied the knot, the latter's father, Nelson Peltz, filed a lawsuit against her wedding planners. The billionaire sought to reclaim a $159,000 deposit. In an effort to dispel rumors that the actress acted like a bridezilla, one of her nearly hired planners, Preston Bailey, said she was actually "great."

Preston, a celebrity wedding expert who organized Donald and Melania Trump's wedding among others, was initially hired to plan Nicola's ceremony. However, six months before the wedding, her family had to find a new planner.

Preston, who came on board in April 2021, stepped down on March 1, 2022, 11 months into the role. When asked why, he explained that he was overbooked and unable to meet the extravagant expectations of the couple.

Having planned their engagement party, Preston spoke highly of Nicola and her family, calling them "lovely people" and insisting there was "no bad blood." Still, her father later sued the next planners, Nicole Braghin and Arianna Grijalba.

The lawsuit included concerns about the planners' alcohol use, referencing a text where one said, "I'm going for a tequila my head is about to explode." The new planners quit just nine days after starting, citing the challenge of managing a guest list of over 500 people.

But the planners weren't Nicola's only challenge. In August 2022, rumors emerged about tension between Victoria and Nicola. A source said, "The build-up to the wedding was horrendous."

Speculation also arose when Nicola chose not to wear a dress designed by Victoria. However, she clarified, "I was going to and I really wanted to, and then a few months down the line, she realized that her atelier couldn't do it, so then I had to pick another dress. She didn't say you can't wear it; I didn't say I didn't want to wear it. That's where it started, and then they ran with that."

Beckham Parents Snubbed by Son

In May 2025, reports continued claiming that Brooklyn and Nicola were experiencing tension with his parents. Although they reportedly still care for the family, their absence at recent events, including David's 50th birthday bash in London, caused hurt and disappointment.

Even though they were invited, the couple did not attend the party, which included Brooklyn's siblings Romeo, Cruz, and Harper. Victoria posted event photos and tagged only the children who were present.

She captioned her post, "Creating special memories with family and friends. We love you all ❤️." According to a source, Brooklyn and Nicola's decision to miss the birthday party was seen as "appalling," and the family "just can't deal with this nonsense anymore."

In May 2025, Brooklyn and Nicola reportedly traveled to London and offered to meet David and Victoria privately, only if his ex-Kim Turnbull was not involved. However, David insisted on seeing them during his official birthday events, leading the couple to leave without a visit.

Although it was claimed that the couple tried to see David privately in London, a publication reported that no such visit took place. Brooklyn, 26, and Nicola, 30, remain closely tied to her parents, including her mother, Claudia Peltz.

The couple rarely attends Beckham family gatherings or visits David and Victoria, which highlights a "very sad" and worsening family rift. The insider noted that their absence from David's birthday was not surprising, as they no longer spend time with the family.

The former footballer's birthday culminated in a high-profile party in London, with guests like Tom Cruise. Brooklyn and Nicola, now based in Los Angeles, also skipped David's earlier birthday celebration at Cipriani Downtown in Miami in March.

The former soccer player's son, who runs a hot sauce business, also missed his mother's fashion show in Paris in March 2025, an event attended by his parents and siblings. A source pointed out that David and Victoria have consistently supported both Brooklyn's business ventures by attending his brand launches and Nicola's film career.

Though they continue to love Brooklyn, the family is reportedly hurt and disappointed, feeling that his recent actions reflect a departure from how he was raised.

In April 2025, the young couple celebrated their wedding anniversary. Nicola posted three photos from their wedding day on Instagram, writing, "happy anniversary baby! i can't believe it's been three years since this day - i love you with all my heart and promise to always have your back. [sic]"

She expressed excitement about their future and thanked her husband for being the "most incredible" one she "could ever dream of," concluding, "i [sic] love you a million times over."

The Possible Reason for Brooklyn's Absence

Tensions in the Beckham family have reportedly escalated due to a past relationship between Brooklyn and Romeo's current girlfriend, Kim. Romeo, 22, and Kim, 24, have kept their romance private since going public in November 2024.

Insiders claim Brooklyn refuses to attend events where Kim is present, including David's 50th birthday party. Their brief teenage romance from nine years ago may be the cause, with Brooklyn now questioning Kim's motives for reentering the family.

David and Victoria are said to be deeply affected by the situation, as they pride themselves on their close-knit family. A source shared, "This is Victoria's worst nightmare. The thought of any of her children falling out gives her sleepless nights."

Kim, who hails from a wealthy North London family, is part of the bohemian Turnbull dynasty. She grew up among elite social circles, including Brooklyn and Rocco Ritchie, Madonna's son.

Kim briefly dated Brooklyn at 16 when he was 17, and later dated Rocco in 2017. Despite the breakups, the trio remained close friends. Brooklyn eventually moved on to other high-profile relationships before marrying Nicola.

Now, Nicola's discomfort with Kim's presence reportedly worsens the situation. The couple allegedly told Brooklyn's parents they would attend celebrations only if Kim was not present.

David and Victoria allegedly declined, and an insider explained, "As far as Brooklyn sees it, his parents have chosen Romeo and his new girlfriend over him." Brooklyn's social media silence on his father's milestone birthday marked a significant shift from their usual public celebrations.

This ongoing lack of interaction has reportedly sparked a cold war between the two sides. Sources suggest the tension dates back to the early stages of Brooklyn and Nicola's relationship, with a major fallout around their wedding.

Despite efforts from David and Victoria to mend things, their son's choice to prioritize his wife's feelings, even at the expense of his relationship with Romeo, has deepened the divide. The Beckhams now face a painful impasse.

Romeo and Kim's relationship remains strong, while Brooklyn and Nicola show no signs of reconciliation. David and Victoria are said to be heartbroken, left to navigate the emotional fracture within their family.

Romeo's recent Instagram post highlighted "magical weeks" spent with family and featured Kim, but excluded Brooklyn, further showcasing the divide. Whether intentional or not, Kim appears to have become a central figure in the ongoing conflict. The situation echoes a chapter from David's own past.

History Repeats Itself

The Beckhams have stayed publicly silent on the family rift, but Brooklyn's absence from his father's birthday and failure to acknowledge it online have exposed the emotional turmoil within.

For David, this pain recalls his four-year estrangement from his own father, Ted Beckham, after an unauthorized biography was released in 2005. They reconciled only after Ted suffered a near-fatal health scare in 2007.

That event led both men to rebuild their bond and value their time together. Now, David Beckham faces the fear of history repeating itself, struggling with the possibility of losing time with the son he once shared an unbreakable bond with.

The former soccer player and his wife have always prioritized family, nurturing unity despite their demanding careers. As their eldest child, Brooklyn had a particularly strong bond with his father, who affectionately calls him "Buster."

Brooklyn deeply admired his father but occasionally struggled with the pressure of being the firstborn and forging his own identity. A family friend shared that the once-close duo drifted apart under the weight of expectations and uncertainty.

According to insiders, David and his family now "fear Brooklyn could be lost to them forever," the same sentiment the former athlete once expressed about his own father. Despite the challenges, the Beckhams maintained a united front after Brooklyn settled in the US in 2022.

A source said that Ted, aware of the long-term damage estrangement can cause, is just as concerned. The insider added, "The last thing David and Ted want 20 years later is for history to repeat itself. David adores his son and there will always be a way back for him should he choose to take it."

The source concluded, "But having survived one father/son estrangement, the last thing David would want is to suffer another — it's such a horrible situation."

The Beckham family continues to grapple with emotional distance and unresolved tensions. Only time will tell if these fractured bonds can be repaired.