Brooklyn Beckham's recent explosive Instagram statement accusing his parents of manipulation and wedding-day humiliation has pushed attention onto a series of public moments that, in hindsight, appear strained.
While the Beckham family has long presented a united front, photos and videos from the past four years have repeatedly fueled speculation of tension, particularly involving Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz.
Here are seven widely circulated moments, captured on camera, that continue to be cited as visual evidence of discomfort amid the ongoing family rift.
1. The 2023 Beckham Netflix Premiere Photo Pull
At the October 2023 London premiere of David Beckham's Netflix documentary, a video showed Brooklyn physically pulling Nicola into the family group photo as his mother, Victoria Beckham, visibly refused to hold his hand.
A resurfaced clip shows the uncomfortable moment Brooklyn Beckham pulls wife Nicola Peltz into the family group shot at the premiere of their Netflix docuseries. 😬 🎥: Getty pic.twitter.com/2uEdBRzfwU
— Page Six (@PageSix) January 20, 2026
Nicola appeared visibly stony-faced, almost as if she would burst into tears any minute as she stepped into frame, standing at the edge of the lineup.
The clip drew attention for her tense expression and lack of interaction with David and Victoria Beckham. Meanwhile, viewers described the moment as awkward, with body language experts noting rigid posture and averted glances.
2. Brooklyn and Nicola's 2022 Wedding Group Photo
Resurfaced photos from the couple's April 2022 Palm Beach wedding show Nicola appearing visibly tense during family group shots.
In one image, Brooklyn is seen guiding her into position beside his parents, while her expression contrasts sharply with the celebratory setting. These images gained renewed traction after Brooklyn alleged in 2026 that his wedding day was marred by family conflict, including claims that Victoria Beckham 'hijacked' the first dance, an allegation the Beckham side disputes.
3. Paris Fashion Week 2023 Family Photos
When Brooklyn and Nicola attended Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show in March 2023, family photos were positioned as a show of unity amid early feud rumours.
The famous family (bar Romeo) gathered to celebrate Victoria Beckham's fall 2023 show at #ParisFashionWeek: https://t.co/Ke5i5qIIj4 pic.twitter.com/um0l4CTWIz
— Vogue Magazine (@voguemagazine) March 6, 2023
However, images shared by some eagle-eyed social media users showed strained smiles and noticeable physical distance between Nicola and the rest of the family. Commentators pointed out that Nicola again stood at the edge of the group, a recurring visual pattern noted in coverage at the time.
4. Nicola and Victoria at the Lola Premiere (2024)
At the February 2024 premiere of Nicola's film, Lola, cameras captured Nicola placing her arm around Victoria Beckham on the red carpet.
Nicola and Victoria Beckham at the LOLA premiere in LA
— NPB Source (@NicolaPeltzInfo) February 4, 2024
yeah i will be posting TONS of photos today to celebrate Nicola’s film, so be prepared 🤩😏 pic.twitter.com/heSCJ0PvTV
While some have framed it as a reconciliation moment, others described the interaction as stiff. Clips circulated on X showed brief smiles followed by limited engagement, fueling debate over whether the gesture reflected genuine warmth or public optics.
5. Beckham Family Having 'Good Time' Amid the Drama
In December 2025, Victoria Beckham posted a video of her younger son, Cruz, playing guitar, singing in their living room with David having a pedicure in the background.
While lighthearted on its own, the clip drew attention because it was posted on Christmas Eve, around the same time it was reported that Brooklyn then opted to block his parents and his siblings on social media.
Commenters noted that other Beckham children appeared in holiday posts around the same time, reinforcing speculation of estrangement rather than scheduling conflicts.
6. David Beckham's 50th Birthday Photos (2025)
Group photos from David Beckham's May 2025 milestone birthday celebration showed the family posing together without Brooklyn and Nicola.
The absence was widely reported, particularly after Brooklyn later claimed he felt excluded from family events unless he distanced himself from his wife. No public explanation was offered by the family, but the images became a key reference point in feud coverage.
7. Brooklyn and Nicola's Met Gala 2025 No-Show
Brooklyn and Nicola did not attend the 2025 Met Gala, despite the Beckham family's longstanding ties to the fashion world.
At the 2025 Met Gala, Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham skipped the event to support David Beckham amid estrangement rumors. Their family tension traces back to their 2022 wedding, where a dance tribute meant for them turned awkward, causing emotional fallout. pic.twitter.com/4HQeA0P7M8
— unumihai Media (@unumihaimedia) May 30, 2025
Event coverage highlighted their absence from related family-adjacent appearances, with tabloids interpreting it as another sign of distance. While no statement was issued, the no-show added to a growing list of missed public moments.
Furthermore, Brooklyn's January 2026 posts accused his parents of prioritising image over his well-being and alleged emotional manipulation surrounding his marriage.
No party has released additional statements directly addressing the specific moments cited above. While none of these images offer definitive proof of intent, together they form visual evidence or a timeline that continues to shape a very tense family drama.
