The new year has begun with a fresh salvo in the ongoing rift between Brooklyn Beckham, his wife Nicola Peltz, and his famous parents, David and Victoria Beckham. Nicola Peltz, 30, appeared to aim a pointed message at her in-laws in a social media post, just as reports emerged that her husband had declared his relationship with his parents was 'over'.
A Cryptic New Year's Message
Sharing an update to her Instagram Story to mark the start of 2026, Nicola Peltz listed the people she was thankful for in her life. Conspicuously absent from her list of gratitude were her husband's parents, football icon David Beckham, 50, and fashion designer Victoria Beckham, 51. The post was widely interpreted as another subtle dig in a long-running and increasingly public family dispute.
This latest incident follows a significant escalation in the feud last month, when both David and Victoria Beckham were blocked on Instagram by their eldest son, Brooklyn, 26. The act of blocking on social media is seen in celebrity circles as a serious sign of estrangement, indicating a deeper breakdown in communication.
The Roots of the Rift
While the exact origins of the family tension have been kept private, reports have suggested disagreements over various aspects of Brooklyn and Nicola's life together, including their careers and public image. The situation appears to have deteriorated significantly throughout 2024 and into the new year. Brooklyn's reported declaration that his relationship with his parents is 'over' marks a stark new low for the once-close family.
Nicola Peltz, an actress and daughter of billionaire Nelson Peltz, married Brooklyn Beckham in a lavish ceremony in 2022. Since then, the couple have frequently been the subject of media scrutiny, with their relationship with the senior Beckhams becoming a recurring topic of speculation.
What Happens Next?
The public nature of this family conflict, played out through social media blocks and cryptic posts, leaves little room for private reconciliation. With neither side showing signs of backing down, the path to a resolution seems uncertain. The Beckham brand, built on family unity and success, now faces the challenge of navigating this very public estrangement.
For now, observers are left to parse the meaning behind Instagram Stories and unnamed sources. The hope for many fans of the family is that the New Year might eventually bring a private peace, even if the public facade remains fractured.
