Cruz Beckham has returned to social media for the first time since his older brother Brooklyn published a devastating six-page statement about their estranged family. The 20-year-old chose to focus entirely on his music career, sharing studio pictures and promotional content for his upcoming London show with his band The Breakers.
Silence Amid the Storm
While Brooklyn's lengthy Instagram post accused parents David and Victoria of controlling family narratives and attempting to bribe him over trademark rights, Cruz maintained complete silence on the matter. The youngest Beckham son instead used his Stories to showcase his musical endeavours, encouraging fans to purchase tickets for his one-night-only London performance.
A Subtle Reaction
Despite not directly addressing Brooklyn's claims, Cruz did engage with social media content related to the family drama. He was spotted liking a playful meme by internet comedian @Olly_101 that humorously suggested Victoria had requested Ginuwine's raunchy 1996 track "Pony" for her wedding dance with Brooklyn.
The meme referenced Brooklyn's explosive allegation that Victoria "danced very inappropriately" on him during his first dance with wife Nicola Peltz at their April 2022 wedding. Brooklyn claimed this left him "humiliated" and contributed to their decision to renew vows without his family present in August 2025.
Family Fallout Continues
The Beckham family has maintained public silence regarding Brooklyn's statement, which included multiple serious allegations against his parents. Brooklyn claimed Victoria cancelled making Nicola's wedding dress at the "eleventh hour" and that family members told him Nicola was "not blood" and "not family" the night before the wedding.
Trademark Tensions
One of the most significant revelations involved trademark rights to Brooklyn's name. Documents show Victoria solely owns the trademark to "Brooklyn Beckham," set to expire this year. Brooklyn alleged his parents pressured him to sign away rights before his wedding, affecting their relationship when he refused.
An industry insider explained the agreement was intended to protect family commercial interests, while a Beckham source suggested Peltz family lawyers may have misunderstood or obstructed the standard protective arrangement.
Broader Implications
PR expert Mark Borkowski suggested this public fallout represents an "existential crisis" for Brand Beckham, traditionally built on "unity, warmth and professionalism." He noted the Peltz family's significant business influence could help Brooklyn develop his own brand independently in the American market.
Historical Context
The Beckhams have long protected their children's names through trademarks, with Victoria registering daughter Harper's name when she was just five. David trademarked his name in 2000, followed by Victoria in 2002 as she launched her solo music career.
Brooklyn's statement marks a dramatic breakdown in his once-close relationship with his mother, whom he previously described as a "mama's boy" and honoured with tattoos. Victoria is reportedly "devastated" by the allegations, with friends comparing the situation to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal fallout.
Current Situation
David Beckham briefly addressed family matters during a CNBC interview, stating "children are allowed to make mistakes" and that parents sometimes must "let them make those mistakes." He avoided direct questions about the feud during public appearances.
Cruz's decision to promote his music career rather than engage with the family drama suggests the younger Beckham siblings may be attempting to maintain normalcy amid the highly publicised conflict. His social media activity represents the first public response from any family member since Brooklyn's explosive statement.
