Beckhams make their first joint appearance since Brooklyn accused his parents of attacking him publicly

The Beckham family has stepped back into the public eye together for the first time since a deeply personal family rift was laid bare by Brooklyn Beckham in a raw social media statement. The appearance, staged against the polished backdrop of Paris Fashion Week, offered a striking image of unity even as tensions within the famous family remain unresolved.

On Monday, David Beckham and Victoria Beckham were photographed arriving at Haute Couture Spring Summer 2026 events in Paris alongside three of their four children. Romeo, Cruz and Harper were present. Brooklyn, the eldest, was notably absent.

The sighting came just days after Brooklyn Beckham publicly confirmed a serious breakdown in relations with his parents. In an Instagram post last week, he said he had no desire to reconcile and accused his parents of attacking both him and his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, through the press. He also alleged long-standing interference in his relationship and claimed his mother hijacked the couple’s first wedding dance.

The Beckhams have not responded directly to the accusations, maintaining silence as speculation about the family’s private turmoil intensified. Their joint appearance in Paris, therefore, carried added weight, presenting a carefully composed moment of togetherness amid ongoing public scrutiny.

The timing also coincided with a significant personal milestone for Victoria Beckham. During the Paris visit, she was honoured by the French Ministry of Culture, receiving the title of Chevalière de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. The accolade recognises major contributions to arts and culture and places her among a list of international figures previously awarded the distinction.

Posting on Instagram after receiving the honour, Victoria described the moment as a “profound privilege” and reflected on her long-standing admiration for French fashion and its treatment as a serious art form. She thanked her family and paid particular tribute to her husband, David, whom she called her “original investor”.

Despite the celebratory tone of the award, the family’s appearance was inevitably viewed through the lens of Brooklyn’s comments. The absence of the couple’s eldest son underscored the divide he has publicly acknowledged, even as the rest of the family stood shoulder to shoulder.

In the days leading up to the Paris appearance, individual members of the Beckham family had continued with their separate public lives. Victoria attended former Spice Girls bandmate Emma Bunton’s 50th birthday celebrations, while David appeared at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Romeo was seen at a designer show in Paris, and Cruz announced plans for a mini tour with his band across the UK and Europe.

David Beckham, speaking in Davos earlier this week on the broader subject of social media, remarked that children are “allowed to make mistakes”. While not a direct response, the comment was widely interpreted as a rare, indirect acknowledgement of the strain now playing out in public.

The Beckham family has long cultivated a carefully managed public image, blending celebrity, fashion and sport into a powerful global brand. Brooklyn’s statement marked a rare rupture in that façade, pulling private family grievances into full view.

Their appearance in Paris does little to clarify whether reconciliation is possible. Instead, it highlights the tension between public unity and private discord. As cameras flashed and headlines followed, the Beckhams presented a composed front, but the unresolved absence of Brooklyn lingered over the scene.

For now, the family’s silence continues, leaving observers to read meaning into gestures, appearances and absences. What remains clear is that this Paris moment was more than a fashion week outing. It was a public chapter in a deeply personal story still unfolding.