David and Victoria Beckhams Fathers Day Posts Feature Brooklyn Despite Their Rift — And Netizens Notice Something Telling
Shortly after Brooklyn Beckham seemed to make light of his family’s rumored feud, his parents’ Father’s Day posts drew attention for a different reason.
David and Victoria Beckham seemed to convey a strong message on Father’s Day: in spite of ongoing family tensions, Brooklyn Beckham remained part of the celebration.
Both parents shared social media tributes that included photos of their oldest son, prompting online discussions about what his inclusion might indicate regarding the family’s dynamics.
Victoria’s Father’s Day tribute on June 21, 2026, began with a photo of David playing in the water with their four children — Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper — during a family getaway.
In her caption, she expressed, ‘David you truly are the best daddy. Your greatest achievement has always been our beautiful children and we love you so much. Happy Father’s Day.’
David also posted a Father’s Day collection, calling fatherhood his ‘most important job.’ He added, ‘I love you all & thank you mummy @victoriabeckham for giving me our beautiful family 🩷 Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads around the world 🩷.’
His post featured several photos capturing moments with his kids throughout the years, including throwback pictures of Brooklyn from his younger days.
Some followers found the photos more puzzling than the captions revealed. On Instagram, one user commented, ‘Waiting for Brooklyn’s reaction 😂.’
Another follower remarked, ‘Brooklyn you are so blessed to have one who actually wants you and loves you! 💖.’ A third person noted, ‘If Victoria left Brooklyn out the world would be in uproar… he will always be their son.’
One more added, ‘You don’t forget your children even if they take the wrong path, you just wait for them to take the right one, Happy Father’s day x [sic].’ Another commenter defended against some speculation, stating, ‘You look for trouble. Brooklyn won’t be a happy photo of him😊.’
Under David’s post, someone else remarked, ‘Love how he’s not left Brooklyn out, even given him his own photo with dad. This is so sad 😢 both must be hurting today I’m sure 🥺.’ Another simply commented, ‘You really are one amazing dad ❤️ @davidbeckham xxx.’
While both David and Victoria acknowledged Brooklyn in their Father’s Day posts, some followers noted his absence in other social media spaces.
The Father’s Day Tribute That Wasn’t Shared
Brooklyn did not appear to post a Father’s Day tribute for David on his Instagram account, instead focusing on his various projects and brand partnerships.
Meanwhile, his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, shared a Father’s Day tribute to her father, billionaire investor Nelson Peltz, calling him ‘the best dad in the entire world’ and thanking him for his support.
Her post did not mention her father-in-law, David. The rest of Nicola’s message for Nelson included, ‘I love you to the moon and back a trillion times over. Thank you for always believing in me and always encouraging me to chase my biggest dreams. You’ve taught me to be so tough and to never give up. (Just like you 🥰) I love you so so so so much! I hope today is so perfect for you.’
At that time, Brooklyn was also facing scrutiny due to a recent advertising campaign that had received mixed reviews online.
The Advertisement That Sparked Discussion About The Beckham Family Rift
The Father’s Day discourse arose just days after Brooklyn became the center of another family-related conversation.
In a DoorDash campaign linked to the FIFA World Cup 2026, Brooklyn appeared to joke about his family’s reported issues. In the ad, he sat on a couch and told viewers, ‘You’re probably wondering why I’m watching the FIFA World Cup 2026 from home.’
When a doorbell rang, he stood up, walked to the door, and added, ‘It’s not like I don’t have tickets. Um, it’s because … it’s a long story.’ A delivery driver arrived with a package and asked, ‘For Brooklyn?’ to which Brooklyn responded, ‘Yes.’
The commercial then showed Brooklyn handing over his World Cup tickets, saying, ‘These can go to someone…else,’ before instructing the driver, ‘Hey…put them somewhere fun.’
Brooklyn and DoorDash promoted the campaign with a joint Instagram caption that read: ‘Asked @doordash to go drop my FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for you guys… happy hunting Follow @doordash’s account to see clues for where you can find them xx.’
The campaign garnered attention online, but it was Brooklyn’s reported earnings that raised eyebrows.
According to a report, sources claimed Brooklyn made around $1 million for his participation in the campaign. The outlet also mentioned that Brooklyn’s estranged family was not pleased with the advertisement.
Despite the backlash, some marketing analysts viewed the campaign as a success. Ana Andjelic, a brand expert who writes ‘The Sociology of Business’ Substack, shared her take on the campaign.
She noted, ‘It’s a good ad. It taps into some human truths: all families have their own feuds. It’s the World Cup, it involves the most famous soccer player in the world [David Beckham], it has perfect timing. It’s a win for DoorDash. [The company] wants to be in the news and they have achieved what they wanted … it’s funny,’ she added.
The Mixed Reactions to Brooklyn’s DoorDash Campaign
The commercial sparked sharply divided opinions online. In a different Instagram post, one user commented, ‘Funny? It was ridiculous and embarrassing.’
Another provided a shorter response, saying, ‘Good for him.’ A different individual remarked, ‘He will regret all of this as soon as his billionaire wife leaves him.’
Responses beneath Brooklyn’s promotional post showed a similarly mixed audience. One supporter wrote, ‘Keep going Brooklyn. We are all behind you lad @brooklynpeltzbeckham.’
Another praised him, saying, ‘Love it 🙌. Congratulations. If you can’t beat them ..join them at their own game. Well played.’ Yet, not everyone agreed, with one commenter stating, ‘I have second-hand [sic] embarrassment watching this.’
The strong reactions highlighted the ongoing interest surrounding Brooklyn’s relationship with his family, a topic that resurfaced after he skipped one of his father’s significant recent events.
The Celebration Brooklyn Did Not Attend, and Harper’s Brief Visit
On June 12, David received the 2,849th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6819 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles. Only three of David and Victoria’s four children were present: Cruz, Romeo, and Harper. Brooklyn and Nicola were absent.
The couple lives near the Hollywood landmark but chose not to attend the ceremony. Brooklyn’s distancing from his family has been publicly apparent for months, culminating in an 800-word statement issued in January 2026.
In the hours leading up to the ceremony, Harper was seen approaching Brooklyn’s home. She spent about 30 seconds there, according to reports, before leaving without any interaction. The couple was reportedly out of town in Miami.
The Walk of Fame ceremony marked yet another family milestone that Brooklyn chose not to attend, following his father’s 50th birthday celebration last year.
The Family Celebration Brooklyn Decided Against Attending
As previously mentioned, Victoria shared a series of photos from the birthday celebration on May 4, 2025. Her post featured snapshots from an intimate dinner and a trip to Paris.
In her caption, she expressed, ‘Creating special memories with family and friends. We love you all.’ She tagged Romeo, Cruz, and Harper, but neither Brooklyn nor Nicola appeared in any of the pictures.
This omission did not go unnoticed, as online discussions quickly arose, with fans and followers sharing a range of thoughts about Brooklyn’s absence.
On Instagram, several commenters drew comparisons between Brooklyn’s situation and other well-known family dynamics.
Others defended Brooklyn or criticized the responses, with one comment stating, ‘Shame on Victoria and David and everyone shaming Brooklyn for not being there. Are y’all okay in the head [sic]?’.
Some individuals echoed the sentiment of family distance, with one writing, ‘Another Megan and Harry [sic].’
Another added, ‘Since his wedding and the tensions between Nicola and his mother, they’ve remained somewhat distant from the family and occasionally displayed challenging behavior.’ One final comment urged reflection, stating, ‘Don’t take family for granted [sic] son.’
Similar reactions were seen on Facebook, with one commenter questioning, ‘Is Brooklyn the Prince Harry of the Beckhams?’. Another shared, ‘This is bad. But I think it wasn’t his intention to abstain from this great event [sic].’
Behind the scenes, sources have provided more context about Brooklyn and Nicola’s absence. Reports indicate that the couple traveled to London prior to David’s milestone celebration, intending to honor him privately.
Sources close to the situation revealed that Brooklyn and Nicola reached out to the family, hoping for a separate gathering before the main celebration.
However, this suggestion did not resonate well. They were reportedly told that if they wished to see the family, they needed to attend the main event.
Feeling discouraged, Brooklyn and Nicola opted not to participate. They were particularly affected by the presence of Romeo and his girlfriend, Kim Turnbull, whom they allegedly hoped to avoid.
Reports indicate that Brooklyn and Romeo’s relationship became strained late last year, with tensions escalating in the following months.
The issue reportedly stems from Romeo’s relationship with Kim, who previously had a connection with Brooklyn.
Even though Brooklyn is now married to Nicola, insiders have suggested that he has concerns about Kim’s intentions and does not approve of her involvement with Romeo.
These concerns, they say, come from a place of protectiveness rather than jealousy. Consequently, Brooklyn and Nicola have distanced themselves from family events where Kim is present.
This tension has become more apparent recently. The couple did not attend Victoria’s fashion show in March, which Kim also attended.
Similarly, during a soccer match in Los Angeles attended by David, Victoria, Romeo, and Kim — when David’s Inter Miami CF faced LAFC — Brooklyn and Nicola were notably absent. Sources claim they had not received an invitation.
Reports also indicate that Romeo emphasized family unity during David’s birthday celebration, sharing a group photo on social media with the caption, ‘Family is everything.’ However, Brooklyn and Nicola were not tagged in this post.
As speculation continues, the underlying tensions between Brooklyn and other Beckham family members remain a topic of public interest.