David Beckham spearheaded the birthday tributes to his son Cruz, describing him as 'kind, considerate and fiercely loyal' in a pointed Instagram post on Friday morning. This gesture comes amidst an ongoing estrangement from his eldest child, Brooklyn, adding a layer of poignancy to the celebrations.
Family Celebrations and Notable Absences
Just days before Cruz's milestone 21st birthday, David and Victoria Beckham hosted a lavish, Beatles-themed party at the upscale Mayfair restaurant, The Maine. The event was attended by family and friends, with the notable exception of Brooklyn Beckham and his actress wife, Nicola Peltz, who are based in the United States.
Heartfelt Messages from the Beckham Family
In his Instagram post, David Beckham shared a nostalgic video of Cruz as a child, accompanied by a touching caption. He wrote: 'Happy 21st birthday to my little boy, not so little anymore but the proudest thing that I am of you is the person and man that you have become. You are kind, considerate and fiercely loyal to your family, friends and everyone around you, which makes you a very special person.'
He continued: 'You are on your own journey in life and you are working hard and having fun, which is what life is all about... We love you Cruzie and hope you have the most amazing day because you deserve to.'
Additional Tributes from Loved Ones
Brother Romeo Beckham also joined in the celebrations, posting a throwback photo of himself and an infant Cruz with their fashion designer mother, Victoria. His caption simply read: 'Love you bro.'
Cruz's girlfriend, Jackie Apostel, shared her own tribute, wishing a happy birthday to 'her human' alongside a recent image of him. She added a separate montage of photos capturing Cruz from infancy to the present day, noting: 'You've been the exact same since day 0.'
Proud aunt Jackie Adams, the younger sister of Victoria Beckham, contributed to the outpouring of affection, writing: 'Happy birthday to one of the most amazing humans I know.'
The collective messages highlight the close-knit support for Cruz as he enters adulthood, even as family dynamics with Brooklyn remain strained.
