Victoria Beckham has made her first social media appearance since her son Brooklyn Beckham dropped a bombshell statement that left the family reeling.
Rather than addressing the controversy head-on, the former Spice Girl took to Instagram to celebrate her bandmate Emma Bunton’s 50th birthday.
Sharing a sweet photo on her Instagram Stories, Victoria wrote, “I love you so much!!” and added a clip of Emma with the Spice Girls from the iconic Say You’ll Be There video, captioning it, “Happy birthday Baby Kisses xxx.”
Her husband, David Beckham, also broke his social media silence by sending birthday wishes to former Manchester United teammates Nicky Butt and Philip Neville.
Despite the lighthearted posts, sources close to Victoria say she is still “devastated” by Brooklyn’s harsh public words.
Brooklyn Beckham Speaks Out About Family Strains
Brooklyn’s statement on Monday made waves as he declared he does “not want to reconcile with my family,” insisting he is “standing up for myself for the first time in my life.”
The eldest Beckham child directly criticized his mother in a statement that reportedly left her feeling “on the floor in pieces.”
He claimed that being with his wife, Nicola Peltz, has given him “peace and relief” after years of battling severe anxiety.
Brooklyn accused his family of prioritizing public image and endorsements over personal wellbeing, stating, “Family love is decided by how much you post on social media, or how quickly you drop everything to pose for a family photo op—even if it’s at the expense of our professional obligations.”
Brooklyn also pushed back against narratives suggesting Nicola controls him, saying, “The narrative that my wife controls me is completely backwards.
I have been controlled by my parents for most of my life.”
David Beckham Avoids Comment but Talks Social Media
While Victoria remained silent, David Beckham faced media scrutiny in Davos, Switzerland, at the World Economic Forum.
When asked about the family feud, he declined to comment directly but reflected on the broader topic of social media’s influence on children.
In an interview with CNBC’s Squawk Box, David explained he tries to teach his children both the benefits and pitfalls of social media.
“I’ve always spoken about social media and the power of social media for the good and for the bad,” he said, highlighting his work with UNICEF as a platform to raise awareness for children globally.
He also emphasized that mistakes are part of growing up, saying, “Children are allowed to make mistakes. That’s how they learn.”
David later appeared on a podcast with US author Adam Grant but firmly refused to address questions regarding Brooklyn.
Wedding Dance Controversy Sparks Tensions
Brooklyn’s statement also reignited attention on his wedding day, particularly the controversy over his mother’s role in the first dance with Nicola.
Brooklyn alleged Victoria “danced inappropriately,” leaving him “more uncomfortable and humiliated than ever in his life.”
Nicola reportedly ran out of the reception in tears as Victoria wrapped her arms around Brooklyn and nuzzled him, overshadowing the romantic moment.
Sources described the scene as awkward, with the Peltz side of the room quiet while the Beckham side cheered.
One insider told Page Six, “She [Nicola] was so upset, she finally came down and was sad the entire evening. It was heartbreaking.”
Meanwhile, other sources insisted Victoria’s actions were playful and without malice, and that guests were enjoying the moment at the time.
Yet the conflicting accounts have fueled further tensions between the two families.
Brooklyn’s Decision to Speak Out
According to insiders, Brooklyn spent the weekend agonizing over his six-page statement, determined to defend his wife and end what he describes as continuous mistreatment.
“He thought the abuse towards his wife would never stop until he said something in his own words,” an insider told The Mirror.
Brooklyn reportedly made it clear to those around him: “F*** it, this ends now.”
The family saga continues to unfold, with Victoria and David caught between public scrutiny and private heartbreak, while Brooklyn and Nicola maintain their stance for peace and privacy in their own lives.
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