'Shame': Brooklyn Beckham's Absence from His Father's 50th Birthday Party Sparks Heated Debate

A quiet attempt to reconnect behind closed doors — and a decision that may have widened an already growing family rift — are now at the center of speculation surrounding the Beckham family's recent milestone celebration.

David Beckham celebrated his 50th birthday over the weekend surrounded by his loved ones. However, fans quickly noticed the absence of one family member — his eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham.

On Sunday, May 4, 2025, Victoria Beckham shared a collection of moments from the celebration on her social media account. The images captured scenes from an intimate dinner and a trip to Paris.

In her caption, she wrote, "Creating special memories with family and friends. We love you all." She tagged their three younger children — Romeo, 22, Cruz, 20, and Harper, 13 — but neither Brooklyn nor his wife, Nicola Peltz, appeared in any of the photographs.

The omission did not go unnoticed. Online discussions emerged shortly after the post, with fans and followers expressing a range of thoughts and emotions regarding Brooklyn's absence.

On Instagram, several commenters drew parallels between Brooklyn's situation and other well-known family dynamics.

One person wrote, "OMG! Brooklyn is turning into Prince Harry & needs to grow up! Unless it's his wife blurring his vision with her thumb…. Life's too short for this behaviour."

Others defended Brooklyn or criticized the reactions. "Shame on Victoria and David and everyone shaming a Brooklyn for not being in there. Are yall okay in the head [sic]?" read one comment.

Some viewers echoed the sentiment of familial distance. "Another Megan and Harry [sic]," one wrote.

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, "Don't take family for granted [sic] son."

Similar reactions appeared on Facebook. "Is Brooklyn the Prince Harry of the Beckhams?" questioned one commenter. Another shared, "This is bad. But I think it wasn't his intention to abstain himself from this great event [sic]."

A third person added, "Surprised to see Brooklyn missing from such a big milestone. Hope everything is okay family moments like these mean so much. Wishing David a happy 50th [sic]!"

Behind the scenes, however, sources have shared more context about Brooklyn and Nicola's absence. According to TMZ, the couple traveled to London ahead of David's milestone celebration with the intention of honoring him in a more private setting.

Sources close to the situation said Brooklyn and Nicola reached out to the family, hoping for a separate gathering before the main party.

However, this suggestion did not go over well. They were reportedly told that if they wanted to see the family, they needed to attend the main event.

Feeling disheartened, Brooklyn and Nicola chose not to participate. According to sources, they were particularly affected by the presence of Romeo and his girlfriend Kim Turnbull, whom they reportedly hoped to avoid.

Brooklyn's relationship with Romeo has been reportedly strained for months. According to an earlier TMZ report, tension between the brothers began late last year and has grown steadily since then.

The issue is believed to stem from Romeo's relationship with Kim, who once shared a past connection with Brooklyn.

Although Brooklyn is now married to Nicola, insiders shared that he has concerns about Kim's intentions and doesn't approve of her involvement with Romeo.

The concern, they say, comes from a place of protectiveness rather than jealousy. As a result, Brooklyn and Nicola have reportedly distanced themselves from family events where Kim is present.

This tension became more visible in recent months. 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 — at a time when David's Inter Miami CF played against LAFC — Brooklyn and Nicola were notably missing. Sources said they had not been invited.

According to TMZ, Romeo appeared to emphasize family unity during David's birthday celebration, posting a group photo on social media with the caption, "Family is everything." However, Brooklyn and Nicola were not tagged in the post.

As speculation continues to circulate, the underlying tensions between Brooklyn and other members of the Beckham family remain a point of public interest.

While the family has not officially commented on the situation, reports suggest that efforts to reconnect have been complicated by personal disagreements and unresolved concerns.

Brooklyn's absence from his father's milestone event highlights ongoing family challenges that, for now, appear to remain unresolved.

Despite the celebratory occasion, it is the notable absence — and what it may signify — that continues to draw attention.