Nicola Peltz Beckham, the actress and daughter-in-law of Victoria and David Beckham, has secured a significant new role in a major television series. The 30-year-old will feature in the upcoming Ryan Murphy thriller, 'The Beauty', which is set to premiere on Disney+ in January 2026.
Star-Studded Cast and Grisly Plot
The new series, created by the renowned producer Ryan Murphy, promises to be a gripping watch. 'The Beauty' will consist of 11 episodes and follows two FBI agents as they delve into a series of mysterious and gruesome deaths within the world of supermodels. Nicola Peltz Beckham has been cast in a guest role alongside other high-profile names including model Bella Hadid, singer Meghan Trainor, and comedian Billy Eichner. The main ensemble cast features heavyweights such as Evan Peters, Rebecca Hall, and Ashton Kutcher.
A Look Back at Her Varied Acting Career
While this new role marks an exciting step, Nicola Peltz Beckham is no stranger to the screen. She boasts an extensive acting CV that spans nearly two decades. Her career began in childhood, with an early credit as Mackenzie in the 2006 festive film 'Deck the Halls'. She also appeared in Miley Cyrus's 2008 music video for '7 Things'.
Her breakthrough into major blockbusters came with a role in 'Transformers: Age of Extinction' in 2014. She further demonstrated her range with a part in the long-running horror series 'Bates Motel' and starred in the 2020 Netflix romantic comedy 'Holidate'.
Stepping Behind the Camera
Most recently, Nicola expanded her creative horizons by making her directorial debut. She wrote, directed, and starred in the 2024 film 'Lola', a story about a young woman battling to protect herself and her younger brother from a toxic home environment. In a humorous revelation, she admitted that her husband, Brooklyn Beckham, initially had a cameo but was later cut from the final edit. "He had the most British accent ever. I ended up cutting him out!" she confessed.
With this new role in Ryan Murphy's highly anticipated series, Nicola Peltz Beckham continues to build a diverse and impressive portfolio in the entertainment industry, moving seamlessly between acting and directing.
