Sri David and Lady Beckham's son Brooklyn has accused them of putting Brand Beckham first as they built up their global image and business empire. His bombshell statement threatens to derail both their public reputation and their private life.
We've tried to give our children the most normal upbringing as possible, David said in his 2023 Netflix documentary, as Brooklyn was shown checking up on his cooking.
But you've got a dad that was England captain and a mum that was Posh Spice.
David went on to say how proud he was, and so in awe of my children and the way they've turned out - making the point that his family had withstood the pressures of fame.
However, viewers might also question how much has been said and done for the benefit of the cameras.
'The non-royal royal family'
That documentary, and the subsequent series about Victoria, were both made by the Beckhams' own production company, meaning they were ultimately in control of what story was being told. This strategy has seen them remain famously protective of their public image as they have built a global empire valued at an estimated £500 million.
They are the non-royal royal family of our celebrity culture, and people have been invested in them and their dynastic branding for the last 25 years or more, says entertainment journalist Caroline Frost.
'A family for a brand'
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham's recent revelations suggest a growing dissatisfaction with the family brand's emphasis over personal authenticity. In an explosive post, he stated that Brand Beckham comes first and criticized the performative nature of their family interactions.
His grievances raise pressing questions about the balance between familial love and public image, as he argued that family value is tied to social media performance, stating, Family 'love' is decided by how much you post on social media.
While the Beckhams have been adept at controlling their public narrative, the rift with Brooklyn poses a significant risk to their carefully curated image. Experts express concerns over the emotional toll on the family dynamics and the implications for their brand going forward, suggesting this internal conflict could prove as challenging as any external scandal they have faced.
Overall, as Brooklyn embarks on his own journey within this celebrity landscape, the complexities of family versus brand begin to unfold, leaving fans to wonder about the future of 'Brand Beckham.'




















