The Beckham family has long been known for their extensive tattoo collections, with David Beckham and his sons Brooklyn, Cruz, and Romeo all sporting numerous inkings. However, recent developments suggest that family tributes are being erased from Brooklyn's skin as relations reach an all-time low.
Family Tattoos Covered Up
Brooklyn Beckham, the 26-year-old aspiring chef, appears to be systematically removing family references from his body art. This week, reports emerged that he has altered the large anchor tattoo on his upper right arm that once prominently featured the word "dad." New photographs obtained by The Sun appear to show the tribute has been redesigned to display three nondescript shapes across the anchor instead.
This follows last year's revelation that Brooklyn had covered up his "mama's boy" chest tattoo dedicated to his mother, fashion designer Victoria Beckham. The two-word inscription was layered over with a floral design, seemingly another tribute to his wife Nicola Peltz.
Escalating Family Conflict
The tattoo alterations come amid months of bitter feud between Brooklyn and his parents and siblings. In January, Brooklyn launched a blistering attack accusing his family of controlling behavior and attempting to sabotage his marriage, declaring he "doesn't wish to reconcile" with them.
The latest tattoo cover-up will likely be particularly painful for David Beckham, who not only shares the nickname "Buster" with his eldest son but also accompanied Brooklyn to get his first tattoo in 2017.
Brooklyn's Extensive Tattoo Collection
Despite covering up two major family tributes, Brooklyn still maintains numerous inkings dedicated to his relatives:
Father David Beckham Tributes
- The phrase "Love you Bust" tattooed on his arm (now altered)
- The word "Buster" above his belly button
- David's birth year "1975" above his thumb
- A copycat angel tattoo matching one of David's
- An eagle on his hand, similar to David's upper arm bird
- The number "seven" on his hand, referencing David's football jersey
- Family initials "DVB RC" on his left rib side
Sibling Tributes
- Three large cherubs on his chest representing Romeo, Cruz, and Harper
- His siblings' birth years "020511" on his right arm
- The phrase "Brothers In Arms" above a compass
- A ballerina extending down his leg honoring sister Harper
- Family initials "DVBRCH" (David, Victoria, Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, Harper)
Mother Victoria Beckham Tributes
- A heart featuring the word "MUM" on his shoulder (opposite the now-altered "DAD" tattoo)
- A sword based on his parents' wedding cake cutter with "I will always love"
Overwhelming Nicola Peltz Tributes
In stark contrast to the diminishing family tattoos, Brooklyn's devotion to his wife remains prominently displayed. He has revealed that approximately 70 of his 100 tattoos honor Nicola, including:
- A large portrait of Nicola on his upper arm
- Lyrics from their wedding song alongside her portrait
- Their complete wedding vows tattooed on his arm
- Nicola's eyes tattooed on the back of his neck
- Her name and "My baby" on his neck
- A love letter from Nicola commemorated on his neck
- Her birth date with romantic prose
- The word "Married" on his hand
- "Lover" on his index finger
- Both surnames "Beckham" and "Peltz" across his chest
Peltz Family Tributes
Brooklyn has extended his inkings to honor Nicola's family as well:
- Her late grandmother Gina's name and a prayer
- A line drawing of a rabbit for grandmother "Bunny"
- An impression of Nicola's mother Claudia's rosary beads
Other Notable Tattoos
Beyond family references, Brooklyn's collection includes:
- A Native American portrait (his first tattoo, obtained with David)
- A camera representing his photography career
- A pin-up girl on his forearm
- Various designs including a dragon, ship, and rose
- "Made in England" on his left foot
- Geographic coordinates of his birthplace, Portland Hospital
The systematic covering of family tattoos raises questions about whether more tributes will disappear as the Beckham family rift continues. Brooklyn has not commented on the reasons behind the alterations, leaving the public to speculate about the state of family relations behind the famous surname.
