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David Beckham shared old photos of himself with his son, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, hours after leaving his eldest child out of his 2025 recap post, which has been rumored to be the subject of a family feud. David Beckham/Instagram

Brooklyn Beckham's public break with his parents has spilt far beyond family headlines, pulling fans into a loud and deeply split debate over who, if anyone, is in the right.

After the 26-year-old posted a lengthy Instagram statement on Monday detailing allegations against David and Victoria Beckham, online discourse quickly hardened into two camps: 'Team Brooklyn' and 'Team Beckham.'

The divide has played out most visibly across X, Instagram, and Facebook, where reactions range from sympathy and concern to outright backlash.

What Supporters of Brooklyn Are Saying

A noticeable portion of fans have rallied behind Brooklyn, framing his statement as a long-delayed act of self-preservation. Across social media, supporters point to his descriptions of control, humiliation, and anxiety as evidence of a toxic family dynamic hidden behind a polished public image.

Comments backing Brooklyn frequently describe his decision to speak out as 'brave' and 'necessary,' particularly in light of his claims about wedding-related humiliations and pressure tied to the Beckham brand.

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On X, posts using phrases like 'Team Brooklyn' and 'I believe him' circulated widely in the hours after the statement went live, with many arguing that fame does not cancel out emotional harm.

'The narrative that my wife controls me is completely backwards. I have been controlled by my parents for most of my life,' Brooklyn wrote in his long statement.

Others stressed that Brooklyn's account aligns with years of tabloid rumours surrounding tension between him, his wife Nicola Peltz Beckham, and his parents. Some commenters praised him for choosing peace and privacy over maintaining appearances, framing the conflict as a familiar struggle for autonomy within powerful families.

Team Beckham Labels Brooklyn As 'Ungrateful'

Just as visible, however, has been the backlash. Critics of Brooklyn argue that his complaints ring hollow given the privilege afforded by his surname. They have labelled him 'spoiled,' 'ungrateful,' and overly dramatic for taking family disputes public.

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Many 'Team Beckham' supporters framed the issue as one of entitlement, suggesting Brooklyn has benefited financially and professionally from his parents' fame while rejecting accountability. Some commenters argued that airing grievances online crossed a line, especially when the family has not publicly responded.

Comparisons to Prince Harry surfaced repeatedly, with users accusing Brooklyn of manufacturing drama and positioning himself as a victim while remaining attached to the benefits of his famous name.

No Clear Consensus, Just Noise

Despite the volume of reaction, there is no clear winner in the court of public opinion. Many fans expressed mixed views, acknowledging that both sides may share responsibility while criticising the situation as a symptom of life lived under constant scrutiny.

Neutral voices questioned why the dispute had become public at all, with some users describing the saga as exhausting or irrelevant compared to real-world issues. Others admitted to watching purely out of curiosity, reflecting the uneasy mix of concern and spectacle that often follows celebrity family conflicts.

What is clear is that Brooklyn's statement fractured the image of the Beckham family unity. David and Victoria Beckham have not publicly responded to their son's statement, leaving the debate to continue largely unchecked.