Victoria and David Beckham are presenting a united front this Christmas, despite ongoing tensions with their eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, and his wife, Nicola Peltz. The couple has embraced the festive spirit by decorating their home and sharing glimpses of their celebrations on social media, even as family rifts become more apparent.
On Christmas Eve, Victoria Beckham, 51, posted videos showcasing the family’s holiday preparations, which included David Beckham, 50, chopping down a Christmas tree while wearing a Santa hat. They later enjoyed martinis prepared by their youngest son, Cruz Beckham, 20. Victoria’s post highlighted David’s recent honor as he was knighted by King Charles III, with a playful caption referencing the character Clark Griswold from the holiday classic “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.”
The festive cheer, however, contrasts sharply with the ongoing fallout within the Beckham family. Brooklyn, 26, and Nicola, 30, have distanced themselves from Victoria and David, creating a noticeable absence during family gatherings. Tensions escalated earlier this year during David’s 50th birthday, where Brooklyn and Nicola were conspicuously missing, fueling speculation about their strained relationship.
Brooklyn and Nicola have since renewed their vows without any family members present, and social media interactions have also soured. Reports indicate that Brooklyn has unfollowed his parents on various platforms, prompting accusations that Victoria and David reciprocated. Cruz Beckham publicly disputed this claim, emphasizing that their parents would never unfollow their son.
A friend of Brooklyn and Nicola expressed concern about the ongoing social media drama, stating, “It would be really in the holiday spirit if the Beckhams could just back off and leave them alone for now.” They noted that the couple seeks peace and prefers to distance themselves from the media speculation surrounding their family dynamics.
The situation has drawn attention from PR experts, who suggest that the language used in public statements is strategically chosen to reshape the narrative. Mayah Riaz, a PR consultant, explained, “When a source uses emotionally loaded language like ‘manipulation’ and ‘gaslighting,’ that is not accidental or neutral. It positions Brooklyn and Nicola not just as hurt, but as victims of something darker and more deliberate.”
Riaz highlighted that this approach aims to flip the power dynamic, framing the Beckhams as the ones exerting psychological pressure. By portraying themselves as protecting their mental health, Brooklyn and Nicola seek to redefine the story away from familial disagreements and towards emotional well-being.
The expert emphasized that such strategies may not signify an escalation of conflict but serve to establish boundaries. “This type of briefing exists to explain why they are not engaging directly,” Riaz noted. “It gives them moral high ground without them having to speak themselves.”
As the Beckham family navigates this complex situation, fans remain captivated by the unfolding drama. The public’s interest in their interactions continues to grow, raising questions about the future of this high-profile family. For now, Victoria and David remain focused on celebrating the season, even as they deal with the emotional undercurrents in their family life.
