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David Beckham is sending a message — one of love, unity, and perhaps quiet reconciliation. On Saturday, June 14, the 50-year-old football legend took to Instagram to acknowledge his family after being awarded knighthood by King Charles. Under a heartfelt post from his wife, Victoria Beckham, David commented, “I love you all ❤️,” tagging her and their children: Brooklyn, 26, Romeo, 22, and Cruz, 20. He also included a hashtag for their youngest, 13-year-old Harper, who does not have an Instagram account.
The gesture came after Victoria’s glowing tribute celebrating David’s latest honor. Sharing a photo of the couple hugging, Victoria, 51, called her husband “my knight in shining armor” and praised his lifelong dedication. “Your commitment to the things that matter most — your country, your work, your passion, and most of all, your family — has never wavered,” she wrote. “But above all else, I’m so, so proud to call you mine. I love you so much xxxx.”
While the comment might seem routine, it carries weight amid a reported strain between Brooklyn and the rest of the Beckham family. A source told PEOPLE in May that “there are tensions” between Brooklyn, his wife Nicola Peltz, and the wider Beckham clan. Notably, the couple skipped David’s 50th birthday celebration in May — a conspicuous absence that didn’t go unnoticed.
“They love and are always there for him,” the source said of the family’s feelings toward Brooklyn. “They’re just hurt and disappointed that he’s now playing no part in family life.”
Additional reporting suggests that drama around Romeo’s now ex-girlfriend Kim Turnbull may have played a role. One source claimed Brooklyn avoided the birthday event because Kim, allegedly once linked to him, was in attendance. While another insider denied any romantic history between Brooklyn and Turnbull, the tension was real enough to keep him away.
Amid this, Brooklyn and Nicola have reportedly hired reputation management lawyer Jenny Afia — known for working with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry — as family friction spills into the public.
Still, David’s inclusive message signals hope. Even in the midst of personal strain, he made sure to publicly tag his eldest son — a subtle but significant gesture during a moment of national honor.
