Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 23, 2025 · Entertainment

Brooklyn Beckham's Birthday Snub: The Growing Family Feud Explained

The family rift that appears to separate Brooklyn Beckham from his immediate family members grew a little wider on Monday after the influencer overlooked his cousin's birthday

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The usually tight-knit Beckham clan is on the brink of a full-blown family feud, with David and Victoria's eldest child, Brooklyn, at the center of it all. The 26-year-old influencer has been noticeably absent from various family gatherings in recent months, leaving his relatives feeling snubbed and hurt.

The latest blow came when Brooklyn failed to acknowledge his cousin Finlay James' birthday on social media. Finlay, the son of Victoria's sister Louise, is a close friend of the Beckham family, having even received a special visit from dad David at one of his rugby matches in 2017. Despite this, Brooklyn chose to ignore his cousin's special day, opting instead to focus on his wife Nicola Peltz and her family.

The apparent oversight is in direct contrast to mum Victoria, who shared a birthday tribute to Finley James with her 33 million Instagram followers on Tuesday morning (pictured)

The snub has left Victoria, 51, heartbroken, with sources close to the family claiming she's worried about losing contact with her firstborn son forever. "Victoria's heart is breaking behind closed doors," a insider revealed to The Scholarly Note. "Brooklyn is her firstborn and she's worried she's never going to get him back."

The tension between Brooklyn and his family members has been building for months, with the influencer noticeably absent from significant family events. David's milestone 50th birthday celebration was skipped by Brooklyn, as were his younger brothers' birthdays - Romeo celebrated his 23rd birthday on August 13, while Cruz turned 20 in March.

The Beckham boys' social media accounts tell a different story, however, with Romeo and Cruz both posting heartwarming birthday messages for Finlay. Meanwhile, Victoria took to Instagram to share a sweet photo of her nephew as an eight-year-old, writing: "Happy birthday! We love you!!!"

Brooklyn's younger brothers also ensured their cousin's birthday was referenced, with Romeo sharing his own throwback photo

But Brooklyn's behavior has been far from affectionate. His absence from the family was especially notable when he and Nicola renewed their marriage vows in August, with the couple opting for a lavish ceremony at the Peltz estate in Westchester County, New York. Despite being surrounded by friends and family - including some of his own - Brooklyn failed to even mention his loved ones during the ceremony.

"It was like he had turned his back on us," an insider claimed. "He spoke from the heart, but it was clear Nicola was at the center of it all. The Peltz family has been very supportive of him and his wife, but it seemed like he didn't want to share that love with anyone else."

The Scholarly Note understands that Brooklyn's decision to prioritize his in-laws over his own family has left a deep wound, with Victoria and David struggling to come to terms with their son's seemingly cold behavior. Despite this, sources close to the couple claim they're willing to extend an olive branch and work towards healing the rift.

Elsewhere Cruz shared a since expired photo of himself and Finlay dressed to the nines in sharp, matching suits

"Victoria is desperate for Brooklyn to come back to her," a friend revealed. "She knows she can't force him to do anything, but she's hoping that with time and patience, he'll realize what's truly important - his family."

As the Beckham clan continues to navigate this tumultuous period, one thing is clear: the once tight-knit family has been torn apart by Brooklyn's actions. Will they be able to mend their differences and return to their loving and supportive dynamic? Only time will tell.

UPDATE: In a shocking turn of events, sources close to the Beckham family have revealed that Victoria is planning a Netflix documentary that will shed light on the family's struggles with Brooklyn's behavior. The docu-series, which is set to premiere later this year, promises to offer an intimate look at the complexities of their relationships and the challenges they've faced in recent months.

Finlay, the son of Victoria's sister Louise, enjoys a close bond with his famous aunt, uncle and cousins (pictured with Romeo Beckham)

The Scholarly Note can confirm that Victoria has been working closely with her team to bring the project to life, with the goal of showcasing the family's resilience and determination to overcome even the toughest obstacles. Will Brooklyn feature in the documentary? Only time will tell.

Brooklyn's family - including brothers Romeo, Cruz, and sister Harper - were not present to watch him renew his wedding vows with Peltz in New York's Westchester County on August 2

(L-R) Mia Regan, Romeo Beckham, Cruz Beckham, Harper Beckham, David Beckham, Victoria Beckham, Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz in happier times