Brooklyn Beckham 'snubs sister Harper' in latest heartbreaking signal to family
The Beckham clan is gearing up for another round of celebrations, yet it seems one member may be conspicuously absent from the merrymaking. As Harper Beckham, the youngest of David and Victoria's brood, looks forward to her 14th birthday on Thursday, whispers suggest that Brooklyn might once again be a no-show amid escalating family tensions.
Rumblings of discord between Brooklyn, his wife Nicola Peltz, and his famous parents began to surface in 2022 around the time of his lavish nuptials with Nicola – and the rift appears to be far from healing. Recently, 26 year old Brooklyn was spotted revelling in the birthday festivities of Nicola's wealthy father, whom she dubbed "most loving father", shortly after skipping his own father's glitzy 50th celebration at Core, a posh Notting Hill eatery.
A source close to the family has indicated that the ongoing feud, primarily involving Brooklyn and his parents, has unfortunately drawn in his younger siblings, including the soon-to-be birthday girl Harper.
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"Harper's been particularly affected by what's going on because she's always been really close to Brooklyn," the source disclosed. "They've always had a lovely bond because Brooklyn was that bit older when Harper was born and the hope when Brooklyn married Nicola was that she'd become like a big sister to Harper in a house full of brothers.
"But obviously that hasn't happened and it's potentially going to be heartbreaking for Harper if Brooklyn doesn't show up for her on her birthday.", reports the Mirror.
Whilst Brooklyn and his model-actress spouse were marking financier Nelson Peltz's 83rd birthday alongside Nicola's relatives in Bedford, New York, Victoria, 51, and David, 50, remained at their UK residence.
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Nicola, 30, subsequently shared a photograph on social media featuring herself with her father and Brooklyn, penning an affectionate message to Nelson: "I am so lucky to be your daughter, you're the most loving and supportive father I could ever dream of... Thank you for always being there for us – our constant love and support."
Should Brooklyn neglect to mark his younger sister's birthday in any meaningful manner, it would represent the latest family occasion that has failed to mend the Beckham family divide.
Following his absence from David's pre-birthday festivities in the Cotswolds and Paris, Brooklyn and Nicola were also nowhere to be seen at his celebrity-packed dinner gathering at the Michelin-starred west London eatery.
David was accompanied by his dearest entertainment industry friends, including Tom Cruise, Eva Longoria and Guy Ritchie, and enjoyed a guitar performance from son Cruz, 20, whilst Romeo, 22, was given the responsibility of presenting David's birthday cake.
Considering Brooklyn also neglected to recognise his father's significant milestone across any of his social media platforms, our source suggested the likelihood of him "showing up for Harper" appears rather doubtful. A source has revealed that teenage birthdays are a significant event for any youngster, and historically the family has celebrated together.
"Victoria would like nothing more than for Brooklyn to show up to celebrate with them all, but it's not looking likely at all."
The insider added that Brooklyn's absence from his father's 50th birthday suggests he won't make an exception for Harper's birthday, despite his affection for her. "He took a stand and missed his dad's 50th so he's not likely to suddenly do a U-turn and forget everything that's happened, as much as he loves Harper. But if he did, it could a much-needed olive branch to start repairing things. An end to the family drama would be the best birthday present Harper – and her parents – could ask for."
Despite the warm vibes on the Beckhams' social media, Brooklyn hasn't shown any public affection towards his parents. His decision to post a tribute to Nelson after overlooking his father's birthday seemed to deepen the rift.
Brooklyn also celebrated the five-year milestone since proposing to Nicola last month, calling it his "best decision ever". The source suggested that Brooklyn's allegiance seems to have shifted away from his family, which isn't shocking considering his marital status.
"He didn't want it to turn out this way and he's always been really close to all his siblings, but he is a married man now and his priorities have to lie somewhere else," the source explained.
"He just doesn't feel his family have treated Nicola well and now that he's grown so close to her family in the States, he doesn't really feel like he fits into the Beckham family right now. If Harper's wish is to have her brother at home for her big day, sadly, she's probably going to be disappointed."
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