GB News viewers have declared their intention to switch off the channel's breakfast programme following extensive coverage of Brooklyn Beckham's ongoing family dispute, with many expressing fury at the focus on celebrity gossip during a time of global uncertainty.
Breakfast Show Sparks Viewer Backlash
During Wednesday's episode of Breakfast with Eamonn and Ellie, hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ellie Costello were joined by commentators Charlie Rowley and Clare Muldoon to dissect the latest headlines. The discussion turned to Brooklyn Beckham, who at 26 years old broke his silence on Monday with an explosive six-page Instagram statement detailing his estrangement from parents David and Victoria Beckham.
Viewer Outrage Over Coverage
The programme's focus on the Beckham family drama prompted immediate backlash from viewers, with many taking to social media to express their displeasure. One frustrated viewer commented bluntly: 'Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn.' Another echoed this sentiment, stating: 'I can't stand all this Brooklyn stuff, goodbye.'
A particularly angry viewer questioned the editorial priorities: 'Who gives a monkey's about this spoiled entitled t**t. The world is on the brink of war, and you're endlessly talking about him. Are you getting money to promote the Beckham name or something?' A fourth viewer simply queried: 'Still talking about this?' as fans begged the programme to move on from the scandalous Beckham fallout.
Brooklyn's Explosive Allegations
In his lengthy statement, Brooklyn Beckham made several serious allegations against his famous parents. He claimed to have been 'controlled by a family that values public promotion above all else' and suggested that his parents' love is determined by 'how much you post on social media.' The chef stated he has found 'peace and relief' with wife Nicola Peltz after battling crippling anxiety.
Wedding Drama and Family Tensions
Brooklyn traced the family fractures back to his April 2022 wedding to actress Nicola Peltz, now 31. He made several specific claims:
- Victoria Beckham cancelled making Nicola's wedding dress at the 'eleventh hour'
- His parents 'endlessly tried' to ruin their relationship
- Family members told him Nicola was 'not blood' and 'not family' the night before the wedding
- His mother hijacked their first dance, dancing 'very inappropriately' in front of 500 guests
- His parents pressured him to sign away rights to his name before the wedding
These alleged incidents left Brooklyn feeling so 'uncomfortable and humiliated' that he and Nicola renewed their vows without his family present on their third wedding anniversary.
Media Analysis and PR Speculation
During the GB News discussion, journalist Clare Muldoon offered analysis of the situation, suggesting: 'It's the global brand of brand Beckham, and we see it almost breaking up. That six-page post from Brooklyn Beckham, I doubt if he wrote it all for a start because the language goes from someone who goes 'oh babe' to more like a PR release.'
Muldoon speculated about the level of media management involved, stating: 'One would imagine there's a lot of PR, a lot of control, and I think he's been at breaking point over the past few months.' This commentary reflects the complex relationship between celebrity families and media narratives that Brooklyn himself referenced in his statement.
Broader Family Dynamics
The feud has reportedly affected the entire Beckham family. Brooklyn claimed his brothers were 'sent to attack me on social media' before ultimately blocking him last summer. This contradicts previous reports from brother Cruz Beckham, who stated that Brooklyn had blocked the entire family first. The acrimonious divide has resulted in Brooklyn and Nicola snubbing significant family celebrations, including David Beckham's milestone 50th birthday.
Brooklyn concluded his statement by asserting: 'I do not want to reconcile with my family. I'm not being controlled, I'm standing up for myself for the first time in my life.' As this celebrity family drama continues to unfold, the reaction from GB News viewers suggests growing fatigue with such coverage during challenging times.
