Brooklyn Beckham Honors Father-in-Law Nelson Peltz on Birthday
Brooklyn Beckham recently marked the 84th birthday of his father-in-law, billionaire businessman Nelson Peltz, with a heartfelt social media tribute. The post, shared on Wednesday, expressed deep affection for Peltz, the father of Brooklyn’s wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham.
In a photograph shared with his followers, Brooklyn is seen with his arm around Nelson Peltz at a family gathering. He captioned the image, “Happy birthday Nelson x I love u so much.” He further added, “I’m so happy I could celebrate you today! Thank you for being the best father in law,” accompanied by heart emojis.
Brooklyn also featured prominently in several of Nicola’s own celebratory posts dedicated to her father. These posts showcased the Peltz family enjoying a birthday meal at their Florida residence, with Brooklyn and Nicola sporting matching cowboy hats.
Family Gathering and Apparent Rift
One group photo shared by Nicola included Nelson Peltz surrounded by five of his sons, along with Nicola and Brooklyn. Brooklyn stood on the edge of the frame next to Nicola’s brother Zach. Other sons in attendance were Diesel, Will, Bradley, and Greg.
These affectionate family moments come at a time of apparent estrangement between Brooklyn and his own parents, David and Victoria Beckham. Reports suggest Brooklyn has not communicated with his parents for over a year. He notably did not acknowledge his parents’ birthdays or public milestones during this period, and also remained silent on social media for Father’s Day last week.
Social Media Activity and Past Statements
Earlier this week, it was reported that Brooklyn was “furious” about his parents including him in a Father’s Day post and desired to be left alone. This sentiment was seemingly echoed by Nicola Peltz Beckham, who shared a cryptic Instagram quote about “forgiving yourself.” The quote read: “I am in love with this sentence: ‘Forgive yourself for not knowing earlier what only time could teach.'”
David Beckham had attempted to extend an olive branch on Father’s Day by sharing past photographs of himself with Brooklyn and his other children. Victoria Beckham also included Brooklyn in her Father’s Day message to her husband, a gesture that, , left Brooklyn “fuming.” A source close to the situation stated, “He’s fuming about it. He’s asked them to leave him alone and they just keep posting him.” The source added, “It just brings the whole thing up all over again. He wishes they’d leave it and leave him alone.”
Prior to these recent events, Brooklyn reportedly blocked his parents on Instagram last year. His legal representatives later contacted the Beckhams’ team, requesting all future communication be handled through lawyers.
Recent Commercial Work and Fan Reaction
Last week, Brooklyn faced criticism following the release of a two-part commercial for DoorDash. Fans branded the work “classless,” particularly as it followed his declaration with his wife Nicola that they desired privacy. The commercial, released shortly after he stated he and Nicola wanted privacy, has been interpreted by some as mocking his parents and profiting from their name.
In a teaser clip for the advertisement, Brooklyn is heard saying, “You’re probably wondering why I’m watching the Fifa World Cup 2026 from home… It’s a long story.” This has been seen as a jab at his parents, with whom he is no longer in contact. Friends of the Beckham family have described David and Victoria as “devastated and inconsolable” by the perceived jibe.
The second, longer version of the advertisement, released on Wednesday, reportedly sparked even more significant backlash from supporters. Friends of the Beckhams expressed shock at the commercial. One individual commented, “To do an advert based on estrangement from family as if it’s a joke when his family is devastated and sister and grandparents inconsolable is shocking. Especially from someone who claims he wants peace and privacy.”
In January, Brooklyn reportedly released a statement denouncing his parents, declaring he was no longer part of “Brand Beckham.” He also alleged that his parents had exerted control over him for much of his life, attempted to create distance between him and Nicola, and caused him embarrassment at his wedding.
