Brooklyn Beckham, the 26-year-old eldest son of global icons David and Victoria Beckham, has once again stirred speculation about a deepening rift with his family. In a recent video collaboration with renowned chef Michel Roux Jr. at London’s Langham Hotel, Brooklyn promoted his new Cloud23 hot sauce brand while preparing a gammon dish with fried eggs and chips. But it was his offhand comment—“I’d definitely only fly back to London for this meal”—that raised eyebrows, interpreted by many as a subtle dig at his parents. The remark, coupled with his absence from family events since Christmas 2024, has fueled concerns about an “unbridgeable” divide, leaving fans and friends worried about the young Beckham’s path.

The video, posted on August 25, 2025, reignited chatter about Brooklyn’s strained relationship with David and Victoria. Despite being in London in May 2025 for a Moncler fashion campaign alongside his wife, Nicola Peltz, Brooklyn skipped a chance to reconnect with his father, who was attending the Chelsea Flower Show just minutes away. The couple also stayed near the Beckhams’ Holland Park home but didn’t visit, a move that amplified rumors of discord. Sources close to the family told Express that this avoidance signals a rift far beyond a typical family spat, with one insider stating, “It’s become something that makes those who love Brooklyn feel scared, confused, and heartbroken.”

Brooklyn’s detachment extends beyond his parents. Close friends have expressed unease, particularly after he and Nicola hosted a vow renewal ceremony in April 2025 with over 200 guests, none of whom included the Beckham family or his childhood pals. The event, announced only via social media, left friends feeling sidelined. “He’s not the Brooklyn we knew,” one told Mirror, voicing fears about his life in the U.S., where he’s based with Nicola. The couple’s high-profile lifestyle, including their $10.5 million Beverly Hills home and frequent red-carpet appearances, contrasts sharply with Brooklyn’s apparent distance from his roots.

Once seen as the heir to the Beckham legacy, Brooklyn has struggled to carve out his own identity. His ventures—photography, cooking, and now Cloud23—have drawn mixed reactions, with critics on X calling him “directionless” compared to his siblings, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper. Yet, supporters argue he’s forging his own path, with posts praising his entrepreneurial spirit: “Brooklyn’s hustling with Cloud23—give him a break!” The sauce brand, launched in June 2025, has gained traction, but his comments and absence from family gatherings overshadow his professional efforts.

The Beckhams, known for their tight-knit image, have not publicly addressed the tension. David and Victoria, who share a £400 million fortune, continue to support their other children’s endeavors while maintaining a united front. Some speculate Brooklyn’s rift stems from his alignment with Nicola’s family, particularly her billionaire father, Nelson Peltz, which may have shifted his priorities. Others see it as a natural part of growing up under intense scrutiny. Either way, the public’s fascination with the Beckham saga shows no signs of fading, with X users debating, “Is Brooklyn cutting ties or just finding himself?”

As Brooklyn navigates his 20s, his choices are reshaping how the world views the Beckham dynasty. His latest jab, intentional or not, has deepened concerns about a family divide that may not heal easily.