Brooklyn Beckham Cuts Ties With Parents Amid Ongoing Family Tensions - Details

One of Brooklyn's younger brothers has claimed the 26-year-old blocked his family on Instagram — an allegation made in a story that you can see at the end of this article.

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham has reportedly blocked his family on Instagram, fuelling fresh speculation that the rift between the eldest Beckham child and his parents, Sir David and Victoria Beckham, has reached a breaking point.

The 26-year-old has not been seen publicly with his family since last Christmas. Tensions appeared to reach a new height after his younger brother, Cruz Beckham, 20, took to social media to call out a widely circulated report that suggested their parents had unfollowed Brooklyn online.

Since then, the distance between Brooklyn and the rest of the family has grown both figuratively and literally.

"NOT TRUE," Cruz wrote under a screenshot of the headline, which claimed Brooklyn had been "unfollowed" and "estranged." He continued, "My mum and dad would never unfollow their son.. Let's get the facts right. They woke up blocked… as did I."

This follows months of speculation that things behind the scenes have soured between Brooklyn and his family. Sir David's milestone 50th birthday earlier this year came and went without Brooklyn in attendance.

Nor did he appear when his father was knighted — a moment the family had reportedly looked forward to for years. According to insiders, the rift began when the Beckhams discovered they had not been invited to Brooklyn's vow renewal ceremony with Nicola Peltz Beckham, his wife of nearly three years.

Since then, the distance between Brooklyn and the rest of the family has grown both figuratively and literally. It was reported in May that Cruz had been deliberately steering clear of his brother, allegedly contacting their go-to family spots in advance to ensure Brooklyn wouldn't be there.

That same month, Brooklyn shared a video of himself and Nicola riding through the streets of Los Angeles on a motorbike, paired with a heartfelt caption pledging his loyalty to her.

Other netizens were more sympathetic to the Beckham parents.

Although the post didn’t reference his family directly, it appeared to signal where his priorities now lay. One family source described the moment as "a dagger to their hearts," adding, "This isn't the Brooklyn his family knows and loves."

Despite the clear distance, a source close to the Beckhams insisted the door remains open, dismissing the feud reports as "nonsense." They continued:

"David and Victoria will always support Brooklyn if and when he needs it."

Online, the drama has sparked mixed reactions. Several weighed in with sarcasm and criticism, as one person said, "Maybe they should block his allowance. Hell be fine. He's a chef, a photographer, a musician. He must be so rich with his success will showing how to make beans on toast [sic]."

Another joked, "Ah, the good old Christmas family feud! Nothing like it! Enjoy!" while someone else simply commented, "Tragic."

The comparisons to the royal fallout between Prince Harry and King Charles also surfaced, with one netizen commenting, "It's giving Prince Harry," and another adding, "Mmm, didn't Harry do the same, to King Charles and the Royal Family [sic]."

Other netizens were more sympathetic to the Beckham parents. One comment read, "What a sad young man. No one can replace your mom and dad."

As the festive season unfolds, questions remain about whether Brooklyn will reunite with his family or continue down a separate path. For now, the silence — and the social media blocks — speak volumes.

That silence was also loud when Brooklyn shared a seemingly heartfelt photo with his wife and her family — with the Beckhams nowhere in sight. On July 1, 2025, the eldest son of star couple shared an endearing photo of him and his wife, gathered with loved ones for a special occasion.

Notably absent from the familial moment was Brooklyn's side of the family. Netizens who saw his Instagram post subsequently chastised him on behalf of his dad, who had his arm in a cast at the time.

In Brooklyn's photo, he, Nicola, and a group of relatives huddle around her seated father, Nelson Peltz, who appears content at the head of the table.

The scene radiates intimacy and joy, which is underscored by the soft golden hour lighting and relaxed dress code. Opting for a single emoji to capture the emotion of the moment, Brooklyn captioned, "❤️," alongside his image.

Like her husband, Nicola shared a post commemorating the gathering, which was centered around her father's birthday. Her tribute to Nelson included several tender snapshots — from a sunlit kiss on his cheek to playful group moments.

In one heartfelt photo, she and another member of the family leaned in to embrace Nelson. Another showed the birthday honoree enjoying a slice of cake.

Others displayed endearing moments shared between Nicola, Brooklyn, and Nelson, who showed off their pearly whites while posing for the camera.

Another touching standout depicted Brooklyn smiling widely as he carries a young loved one on his shoulders outside.

"happy birthday dad! i am so lucky to be your daughter, you're the most loving and supportive father i could ever dream of. i love you more than i could ever begin to express - you're the wind beneath my wings. i loved celebrating you yesterday! thank you for always being there for us - our constant love and support ✨🎂 [sic]," Nicola's caption read.

However, while her post garnered a flurry of responses from her followers, it was Brooklyn's that ignited a groundswell of emotional commentary, much of it aimed at what many perceived as a slight against his own family.

Several people rallied around Sir David in particular. "I feel so bad for David. He loves all his kids so much and Brooklyn would be nothing without him," one spectator commented pointedly. "That's so cruel to your father," added another, while someone else opined, "That's mean."

The sentiment was echoed repeatedly as others chimed in with statements such as "So disrespectful," and "This makes me so sad. 😢 Poor David 💔." Some commenters suggested that the photo felt like a personal affront to the Beckham family — particularly Victoria and Sir David — urging them to stay strong.

Others viewed the post as intentionally provocative, with one commenter accusing Brooklyn of "deliberately rubbing this in their faces" and warning, "he'll regret this for sure one day..guarantee! 😏."

Another questioned, "Haven't you already rubbed it in your family's face enough? So childish." The overall reaction underscored a growing perception among followers that the rumored rift between Brooklyn and his family may not have been merely circumstantial, but deeply personal.

Adding another emotional layer to the backlash was the timing of Brooklyn's post, which came just days after his father made a public appearance with his arm in a cast and sling.

On June 29, 2025, during coverage of the FIFA Club World Cup, Sir David — dressed sharply in a navy suit — addressed the matter while commentating on the field. "It's not as bad as it looks," he said with a reassuring smile.

"I had surgery a couple of days ago. I broke my arm, if you remember, 23 years ago, playing for England in South Africa. I had a screw put in, the screw needed to be taken out, and a couple of days ago I had it, well, kind of taken out," the former football star continued.

He went on to explain that doctors also removed a long-standing splinter from the same arm, adding, "So, it's all good. I should be out of this sling in the next two days, hopefully."

When Sir David Beckham underwent surgery, his wife expressed her support through a series of tender Instagram Stories. In one post, she shared a photo of her husband lying in a hospital bed, dressed in a patterned gown with a soft smile on his face.

Another image showed a close-up of Sir David's hand holding a beaded bracelet that was emblazoned with words wishing him well.

A third post featured an assortment of colorful snack packs laid out beside a vase of lilac blooms — an affectionate nod to his recovery comfort.

After Victoria's photos and Sir David's explanation of what happened to him, the football legend was spotted without his cast. On June 30, he shared photos of himself and his mum enjoying a Wimbledon match without his arm in the sling.