Cruz Beckham has seemingly backtracked on what appeared to be a subtle swipe at his older brother Brooklyn, after deleting a pointed TikTok video that was posted earlier this week. The youngest Beckham sibling, aged 20, removed the content from his social media profile, sparking further speculation about the deepening rift within the famous family.
Social Media Post Fuels Family Tensions
The now-deleted TikTok featured Cruz alongside his brother Romeo, 23, with both appearing in a car with their respective partners, Jackie Apostel and Kim Turnbull. The video was captioned with the phrase: 'Imagine hating and we’re just here like.' This was widely interpreted as a veiled reference to the ongoing family controversy, particularly given its timing in relation to Brooklyn's recent public statements.
Brooklyn's Explosive Allegations
The video's deletion comes in the wake of Brooklyn Beckham's extraordinary six-page statement published last week, in which the 26-year-old made serious allegations against his parents, David and Victoria Beckham. In his detailed account, Brooklyn denounced what he described as his family's 'inauthentic' way of life and declared he had no interest in reconciling with his parents.
Among the numerous claims made in the statement were allegations that Victoria Beckham had 'danced inappropriately' on him during his wedding reception, that his parents had attempted to pressure him into signing away rights to his name before his wedding, and that family relationships were dictated by social media appearances and brand promotion rather than genuine connection.
Victoria's Chart Success Amid Controversy
Despite the family turmoil, Victoria Beckham has experienced an unexpected professional boost. Following Brooklyn's allegations, fans of the former Spice Girl launched a campaign to propel her 2001 single 'Not Such An Innocent Girl' to number one on the iTunes charts in both the UK and Ireland.
The successful campaign, described by supporters as an effort to 'fix the national tragedy' that Victoria remained the only Spice Girl without a solo number one, resulted in the song reaching the top spot. Cruz Beckham appeared to show support for his mother during this period, sharing an Instagram story that subtly featured the track as it climbed the charts.
Family Dynamics Under Strain
The Beckham family, once celebrated as Britain's premier celebrity dynasty, now appears to be experiencing significant internal fractures. While Brooklyn's statement specifically targeted his parents, it notably excluded direct criticism of his siblings - Romeo, Cruz, and 14-year-old Harper. However, the social media activity between the brothers suggests the conflict may be affecting the wider family dynamic.
Cruz's deleted TikTok, which was filmed during a trip to Paris where the two brothers and their partners were reportedly inseparable, has disappeared from his profile which boasts approximately 749,500 followers. The removal was noticed by numerous TikTok users who have been closely following the developing family saga.
Public Reaction and Media Scrutiny
The ongoing Beckham family drama has captured significant public attention, with social media platforms buzzing with commentary about the situation. One viral Instagram post captured the surreal nature of events, noting: 'Nothing says "British Culture" like collectively deciding to send Posh to the top of the charts because her son roasted her on Insta.'
David and Victoria Beckham have maintained a stoic silence in response to Brooklyn's allegations, opting not to issue any public statements addressing the claims made by their eldest son. This approach contrasts with the very public nature of Brooklyn's detailed account and the subsequent social media activity from his younger brothers.
The situation continues to develop, with observers watching closely for any further public statements or social media activity from family members. The deletion of Cruz's TikTok suggests the family may be attempting to manage the public narrative surrounding their private conflicts, even as the story continues to unfold across multiple platforms.
