Brooklyn Beckham skipped his younger brother's birthday party, declaring he will forever protect his wife.

Amidst escalating family conflicts, Brooklyn Beckham's latest move serves as a firm affirmation of his choice: to stand by his wife and distance himself from the Beckham empire.

A "steel" message after Valentine's Day

A day after Valentine's Day, Brooklyn Beckham (26 years old) caused a stir on social media when he posted a sweet moment with his wife Nicola Peltz. Notably, it wasn't just the romantic words, but also the promise: "I will always protect and love you."

In the language of the entertainment industry, the phrase "forever protect" at this sensitive time is seen as a direct response to his parents – David and Victoria Beckham. This move comes shortly after Brooklyn unfollowed chef Gordon Ramsay, a close family friend. Previously, Ramsay had hinted that Brooklyn should "remember where he comes from" and suggested that his excessive infatuation with his wife was distancing him from his family.

In response to her husband's insistence, Nicola Peltz shared similar sentiments, affirming her happiness at being with Brooklyn. The couple reportedly enjoyed a lavish private evening with expensive wine, completely separate from the Beckham family's activities.

Cruz's 21st birthday party: The absence of familiar faces.

While their eldest son was preoccupied with his own world, the Beckham family recently celebrated their youngest son Cruz's early birthday at the luxurious The Maine Mayfair restaurant. With a "Grande Beatles Ball" theme, the party marked a significant milestone: his coming of age and the debut of his new band, Cruz Beckham And The Beakers.

The party brought together all the key family members: David and Victoria: Appearing elegant and powerful, they constantly showered their son with warm gestures. Romeo and Harper: Present to cheer on their brother. The WAGs: Romeo's girlfriend (Kim Turnbull) and Cruz's girlfriend (Jackie Apostel), who is more than 10 years older than him, were both present, creating a heartwarming family scene.

However, Brooklyn's absence is an undeniable "low point." Although Victoria posted a series of happy photos with the message, "We love you so much," her eldest son's absence serves as clear evidence of a deep rift that seems to have no end in sight.

Simmering conflict and unilateral attempts at reconciliation.

The root of the breakdown is believed to have started with the lavish wedding in 2022. Last month, Brooklyn even released a six-page statement accusing his parents of controlling his image, interfering excessively in the marriage, and putting financial pressure on him. He was particularly upset that his mother stole the moment of the bride and groom's first dance.

In contrast to Brooklyn's firm stance, the other family members consistently sent signals of reconciliation: Cruz: Posted childhood photos accompanied by the song "The River of Dreams" as a way of seeking a lost connection. David: Subtly shared a collection of shoes embroidered with all his sons' names, including Brooklyn's. Harper: Called her brothers "the best in the world."

However, these goodwill gestures were met with a chilling silence from Brooklyn. He is believed to have blocked his family members' social media accounts since late last year, choosing to stand on his own two feet and protect his family life with Nicola.

The spotlight at Mayfair may have illuminated Cruz's musical journey, but it also inadvertently highlighted the void left by Brooklyn. On one side is the unity of the Beckham empire, on the other is the freedom and one true love of the eldest son – this unspoken battle seems far from over.

The never-ending drama: Brooklyn turns his back on his best friend, and his wife Nicola takes a jab at her in-laws. Khánh Linh14:03:47 31/12/2025The conflict within the Beckham family is believed to have been simmering for almost a year and recently reached a peak, especially after Brooklyn declined an invitation from his closest friend and his daughter-in-law Nicola posted a sarcastic comment on social media.