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Victoria Beckham Addresses Rift With Brooklyn Beckham, Citing Protective Parenting

Her brief remarks signal an unresolved family split now playing out in public.

Overview

  • In a WSJ Magazine interview published Thursday, Victoria Beckham said she and David have always tried to protect and love their children, marking her first public comment since her son’s accusations.
  • In January, Brooklyn posted a six-page statement accusing his parents of putting publicity over his marriage, alleging wedding sabotage, and saying he does not want to reconcile.
  • Reports say the rift hardened in May 2025 when Brooklyn and Nicola skipped David’s 50th birthday in London, with some accounts claiming there has been no contact since.
  • Model Hana Cross, a former girlfriend of Brooklyn, said in a Hello! interview published Wednesday that time spent with the family caused her anxiety and that his account echoed her experience.
  • Coverage remains split on reconciliation efforts, with People citing sources who say the parents sought meetings and another source denying any outreach, and no resolution has been confirmed.