Carol Wright Voices Support for Victoria Beckham Following Son's Explosive Claims
Carol Wright, the mother of television personality Mark Wright, has publicly defended Victoria Beckham after her son Brooklyn Beckham levelled a series of bombshell allegations against his famous mother. The controversy centres on events at Brooklyn's wedding to actress Nicola Peltz, where the 26-year-old claimed his mother behaved inappropriately during what was supposed to be his romantic first dance with his new wife.
The Wedding Dance Controversy That Sparked Family Rift
Last week, Brooklyn Beckham published a detailed six-page statement containing multiple allegations against his parents, Sir David and Lady Beckham. The most prominent claim involved his mother Victoria allegedly hijacking his planned first dance with wife Nicola Peltz, who is 31. Brooklyn described how musician Marc Anthony called him to the stage where his mother was waiting instead of his bride, and claimed she danced "very inappropriately" on him in front of their 500 wedding guests.
"I've never felt more uncomfortable or humiliated in my entire life," Brooklyn wrote in his statement. "We wanted to renew our vows so we could create new memories of our wedding day that bring us joy and happiness, not anxiety and embarrassment."
Carol Wright's Perspective on the Family Dispute
Speaking on the Wright At Home podcast alongside her daughter Jessica Wright, 40, and television personality Gemma Collins, 44, Carol Wright offered a different interpretation of events. The 65-year-old insisted that Victoria Beckham simply wanted to dance with her son on his special day and that her actions stemmed from maternal affection rather than any malicious intent.
"She's at her son's wedding, she's drunk, she wants to dance," Carol explained during the podcast discussion. "You know, we love our sons."
Carol suggested that Victoria's behaviour might have been influenced by alcohol consumption, noting that both she and Victoria are "lightweights with drinking." This prompted Gemma Collins to joke about Victoria's famously restrictive diet, mentioning her consumption of "edamame beans" and suggesting that minimal food intake might have amplified the effects of any alcohol consumed.
Broader Family Tensions and Public Fallout
The wedding dance allegation forms just one part of Brooklyn's comprehensive statement, which reveals deep-seated family tensions. Among his numerous claims:
- Victoria allegedly cancelled making Nicola's wedding dress at the last minute
- His parents reportedly pressured him to sign away rights to his name before the wedding
- Family members told him Nicola was "not blood" and "not family" the night before the wedding
- His brothers were allegedly sent to attack him on social media
- His parents have refused to see him during visits to both London and Los Angeles
Brooklyn stated unequivocally that he has "no interest in reconciling" with his family, claiming that his parents have controlled narratives about their family life for years and prioritise "Brand Beckham" above genuine family relationships.
Social Media Reactions and Divided Opinions
The controversy has sparked considerable discussion on social media platforms, with a previously unseen clip from Paris Fashion Week in October 2022 circulating on TikTok. The footage shows Nicola Peltz speaking to another guest while Victoria Beckham appears to linger awkwardly nearby, unable to join the conversation.
Social media users have expressed divided opinions:
- Some criticised Nicola's behaviour in the clip, suggesting she should have acknowledged Victoria
- Others defended Nicola, arguing she was simply engaged in conversation
- Many have taken sides in the broader family dispute, with opinions split between supporting Brooklyn or defending Victoria
The public nature of the family rift represents a significant departure from the carefully managed public image the Beckham family has maintained for decades. Brooklyn's statement marks the first time he has spoken openly about family tensions, breaking what he describes as years of silence enforced by parental control over media narratives.
As the controversy continues to unfold, Carol Wright's intervention adds another voice to the complex family dynamics at play, offering a perspective that emphasises maternal love and wedding day exuberance rather than deliberate humiliation.
