While most families were gathering to celebrate milestones, the Beckhams were quietly nursing heartbreak behind closed doors.
David Beckham just turned 50, a momentous occasion filled with glitzy parties and famous faces—but one absence loomed large.
Brooklyn, the eldest Beckham child, was nowhere to be seen.
And his no-show has stirred up more than just whispers—it’s reignited fears that the family feud might be beyond repair.
Victoria Beckham, in particular, is reportedly losing sleep over the situation. For her, watching her family drift apart has been nothing short of a nightmare.
Brooklyn and Nicola: At Odds with the Beckham Family?
Tensions within the Beckham household reportedly began after Brooklyn married actress Nicola Peltz.
Since then, things haven’t exactly been smooth sailing. The couple has been increasingly distant from the rest of the Beckham clan, and insiders suggest that Nicola’s influence may be playing a big part in the ongoing divide.
Sources close to the family say there was already strain during the wedding, and despite efforts to mend fences since, recent events have unraveled that progress.
When Brooklyn and Nicola were noticeably absent from David’s lavish birthday events—despite initially saying they would attend—it became clear to many that something deeper was going on.
Skipping the Party—and the Met Gala?
It was rumored that Brooklyn and Nicola skipped the Met Gala so they could be in the UK for David’s birthday festivities. But in a twist, they didn’t show up to either event.
Their absence from celebrations held in Miami, the Cotswolds, France, and London—including a star-studded bash at the Michelin-starred Core in London—did not go unnoticed.
David and Victoria’s other children—Romeo, Cruz, and Harper—were all there to support their dad, but Brooklyn’s empty seat was a painful reminder of the growing divide.
Tensions Around a Fishing Trip Invite
The strain wasn’t just about missed parties. According to sources, David invited Brooklyn months ago on a boys-only fishing trip with his brothers as part of his birthday plans.
Despite arriving in London just as the trip kicked off, Brooklyn backed out at the last minute.
Insiders believe it was due to discomfort about the family dynamic—especially surrounding Nicola’s feelings about Romeo’s girlfriend, Kim Turnbull.
Is Kim Turnbull the Scapegoat?
Some reports claim that Nicola and Brooklyn refused to attend any Beckham family gathering where Kim Turnbull—Romeo’s girlfriend—was present.
Allegedly, Nicola isn’t comfortable with Kim’s presence, possibly due to her past closeness with Brooklyn.
But others close to the family insist those claims are completely unfounded.
In fact, one insider shut down the idea that Kim and Brooklyn ever dated.
Cruz Beckham even clapped back at an Instagram comment suggesting Kim was an ex of Brooklyn’s, writing, “Brooklyn and Kim never dated.”
Still, that hasn’t stopped speculation that Nicola is using Kim as a convenient excuse to avoid family events.
Victoria’s Silent Struggle
While Victoria has stayed quiet publicly, sources say she’s deeply affected by the fallout.
“This is her worst nightmare,” a family friend told The Sun.
“The thought of her children not being close gives her sleepless nights.”
Victoria, who prides herself on keeping the family tight-knit, is reportedly devastated by how distant Brooklyn has become.
Despite the personal turmoil, Victoria has kept up appearances online.
She recently posted about her fashion ventures and shared pictures from the birthday parties, but there was no mention of Brooklyn—or the clear tension surrounding him.
What’s Really Going On?
Behind all the headlines, the deeper issue seems to revolve around control and resentment.
Some close to the Beckhams believe Nicola has been driving a wedge between Brooklyn and his family, with claims she often “starts arguments” before major family events, which conveniently results in the couple not attending.
There’s also speculation that Nicola’s camp has been feeding the narrative to the press—that Romeo is dating Brooklyn’s ex, which supposedly makes things awkward.
But insiders insist it’s simply not true, and that such talk has unfairly painted Kim Turnbull as the villain.
A Family Still Hoping for Healing
Despite the snubs and the silence, David and Victoria haven’t given up on their son.
David even shared a heartfelt message on social media after the fishing trip, writing “You were missed @brooklynbeckham,” signaling a quiet but clear olive branch.
A close friend of the couple summed it up: “All David and Victoria want is their son back—and they’ll welcome him any time he’s ready.”