Brooklyn Beckham has publicly celebrated his billionaire father-in-law Nelson Peltz’s birthday, while remaining notably silent on recent family milestones involving his own parents, Sir David and Lady Victoria Beckham. The 26-year-old shared a warm birthday message to Mr Peltz on Tuesday via Instagram, writing: “Happy birthday Nelson x We love you,” alongside a photo of himself, his wife Nicola, and her father.
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The post has fuelled speculation of an ongoing rift between Brooklyn and the Beckham family. Tensions were first noticed when Brooklyn missed Sir David’s high-profile 50th birthday party at Core in Notting Hill in May, despite reportedly being in London at the time. He was also absent from other key family events, including a Cotswolds party, a family holiday in France, and a fishing trip to Scotland. Notably, neither Brooklyn nor his wife publicly acknowledged either of his parents’ birthdays on social media — a departure from their previously public displays of familial affection.
Despite the apparent distance, Sir David Beckham appeared to extend an olive branch on Father’s Day, posting a touching message accompanied by family photos. “I will always be here for you no matter what,” he wrote. Brooklyn, however, did not respond to the gesture publicly, further fuelling speculation of estrangement. While the Beckhams have not addressed the situation officially, reports indicate they have come to terms privately with Brooklyn’s growing separation from the family.
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Brooklyn and Nicola, who wed in a lavish Palm Beach ceremony in 2022, have recently purchased a £10.5 million property in Los Angeles. The five-bedroom, six-bathroom home includes a cinema room, gym, and infinity pool. Having previously rented in the area, the couple’s decision to buy has been interpreted as a commitment to a long-term life in the United States, where Nicola’s family is based. Brooklyn also marked five years since proposing to Nicola this week, calling it “the best decision” of his life.
