The simmering tension within the Beckham family has reportedly boiled over into a very public social media snub, with a simple act of maternal appreciation for a roast chicken said to be the final straw.
The Chicken That Broke the Camel's Back
Speculation about a rift between Brooklyn Beckham and his famous parents, Sir David and Victoria Beckham, has circulated for months. The situation is believed to have deteriorated since May 2025, when the 26-year-old aspiring chef did not attend his father's 50th birthday celebration. However, the feud appears to have reached a new peak just days before Christmas.
The catalyst, according to reports, was a social media post by Brooklyn. Six days ago, he shared a tutorial video demonstrating how to cook a beer-brined roast chicken with all the trimmings, a post made in collaboration with the clothing brand Express. Among the millions of views and comments, one interaction stood out: his mother Victoria reportedly 'liked' the video.
This seemingly innocuous gesture of virtual support, intended as festive cheer, is alleged to have triggered a severe reaction. Brooklyn is said to have responded by not only unfollowing his mother but also blocking both Victoria and David on Instagram.
Family Denials and Divided Loyalties
The fallout quickly became public, prompting Brooklyn's younger brother, 20-year-old Cruz Beckham, to issue a denial on his Instagram Story. He labelled reports that his parents had unfollowed Brooklyn as "NOT TRUE," insisting the opposite had occurred. "My mum and dad would never unfollow their son," Cruz wrote. "Let's get the facts right. They woke up blocked … as did I."
A source later elaborated to Metro, explaining Victoria's actions were harmless. "Victoria liked an Instagram post on Brooklyn’s page just days before he blocked her and David," they said. "There was no intention behind it other than to show she’s thinking of him before Christmas. She had no idea it would lead to this fallout."
The insider added that the situation has deeply hurt the entire family, stating that brothers Cruz and Romeo are upset and it feels like Brooklyn has "truly cut them out of his life."
A Christmas Divided and a Future Uncertain
The digital drama has cemented plans for a divided family Christmas. Brooklyn will reportedly spend the holidays in the United States with his wife, actress Nicola Peltz, and her billionaire family, a dynamic he has grown closer to since their 2022 wedding.
Meanwhile, Victoria is determined to host celebrations in the UK with David and their three other children—Harper, 14, Romeo, 23, and Cruz, 20. However, The Sun claims she has now lost hope of a reconciliation with her eldest son before 2026.
"Victoria is determined not to let the argument with Brooklyn ruin Christmas, even though she is absolutely heartbroken by it," an insider revealed. "It’s been a year since they last all saw each other, and it’s something she will never come to terms with."
Fans have flooded the comments of Brooklyn's chicken video, pleading for reconciliation. Comments like "Family is everything no matter what" and "Go and see your parents, you will regret it later in life" reflect public concern. Notably, a supportive red heart emoji from Brooklyn's paternal grandmother, Sandra Beckham, 76, remains visible on the post.
Friends of Brooklyn and Nicola suggest the couple "just want peace" and have even requested the Beckhams "back off." A friend stated, "It would be best for everyone for them [the Beckhams] to stop contacting, commenting and briefing because it’s not accomplishing anything. They just want to be left alone."
