Nicola Peltz, the American actress, posted a gushing and notably pink-themed birthday message to her husband Brooklyn Beckham as he celebrated turning 27 on Wednesday. The 31-year-old star, who is preparing for her most ambitious role yet as a ballerina in the upcoming film Prima, has been embracing the traditional baby pink colour associated with ballet in her recent social media updates, and this tribute followed suit.
A Coordinated Pink Celebration
In her Instagram post, Nicola treated Brooklyn to a selection of pink doughnuts, flowers, and balloons, all meticulously arranged to match the theme. Both she and Brooklyn were dressed in pale pink attire for the occasion, with Nicola wearing a baby pink top and Brooklyn in a matching pale pink jumper, as seen in a cosy snapshot she shared of them cuddled together.
Captioning the heartfelt image, Nicola wrote: 'Happy birthday baby... I hope all your dreams and wishes come true! you light up every room you walk into and anyone who knows you loves you... you’re the most special human and I love being your wife. I love you I love you I love you.' Brooklyn promptly responded with 'I love you baby girl,' showcasing their close bond.
Personalised Gifts and Preparations for Prima
Nicola went the extra mile by gifting Brooklyn a box of twenty-one iced doughnuts, each individually shaped to spell out 'Happy Birthday Brooklyn.' Additionally, a mountain of presents was wrapped in Cloud 23 paper, a nod to Brooklyn's hot sauce brand, which ironically references his father David Beckham's shirt number from his football days at Real Madrid and Los Angeles Galaxy.
As Nicola immerses herself in her role as ballerina Margo in Prima, she has undergone significant physical preparations. The film's synopsis hints at deep themes, questioning life choices, and to embody her character, Nicola committed to a strict diet and four months of intensive ballet training, reportedly dropping her weight to under 100 pounds. She has also been spending time in the gym to ensure she looks the part ahead of filming later this year alongside Oscar award-winner Faye Dunaway.
Family Tensions and Public Snubs
While Brooklyn appreciated Nicola's public declaration of love, he was reportedly disheartened by his parents' birthday tributes. According to insiders, Brooklyn viewed posts from David and Victoria Beckham, as well as his brothers Romeo and Cruz, as 'performative' and inconsistent with their communication agreement. Last summer, Brooklyn and Nicola reportedly sent a legal letter to his parents requesting that any correspondence go through lawyers, highlighting the ongoing rift.
Despite the family's attempts to reconnect through nostalgic photos and affectionate messages—including David using Brooklyn's childhood nickname 'Buster' and Victoria sharing loving posts—Brooklyn did not publicly acknowledge them. Instead, he focused solely on responding to Nicola's tribute, further emphasising the estrangement.
Wider Family Reactions and Ongoing Estrangement
Brooklyn's grandparents, Ted and Hilary Beckham, also posted birthday wishes, including photos of Nicola, and reports suggest he remains in regular contact with them, unlike with his immediate family. This comes after Brooklyn's six-page Instagram statement in January, where he accused his parents of controlling narratives and prioritising public branding over family relationships.
Notably, Brooklyn did not appear in Victoria's recent Netflix docuseries, missed David's 50th birthday celebrations and his investiture at Windsor Castle, and failed to publicly wish his brother Cruz a happy 21st birthday last week. These actions underscore the deep-seated tensions within the Beckham family, as Brooklyn and Nicola continue to build their life in the United States away from the spotlight of his famous relatives.
