Romeo Beckham Leads Heartfelt Tributes for Victoria's 52nd Birthday
Romeo Beckham has spearheaded the birthday celebrations for his mother, Victoria Beckham, as the fashion icon marks her 52nd birthday this Friday. The 23-year-old was the first among Victoria's children to take to social media with a gushing tribute, setting the tone for a day filled with family acknowledgments.
Social Media Celebrations and Family Moments
Sharing a tender snapshot of the pair, Romeo penned a heartfelt message: 'Happy Birthday mum love you so so much have the best day @victoriabeckham.' He further delighted followers by posting a nostalgic picture from his childhood, capturing a moment when they attended one of Sir David Beckham's football matches together.
While Cruz Beckham has yet to share his own personal tribute, his girlfriend, Jackie Apostel, stepped in with a warm post: 'Haaaaapy birthday @victoriabeckham. Thank you for raising my favourite human in the whole world. How lucky are we to be surrounded by your kindness and inspired by your spirit everyday. Love u!!!!' Jackie also shared an adorable throwback photo of a young Cruz with his ageless mother, adding to the sentimental atmosphere.
Early Birthday Festivities in Miami
Victoria kickstarted her birthday celebrations early with an intimate dinner at Casadonna in Miami, accompanied by her daughter Harper. The mother-daughter duo shared a sweet embrace as Victoria was surprised with a elegant white birthday cake. For the occasion, the designer showcased her glamorous style by slipping into a stunning navy gown from her own Victoria Beckham collection, valued at £990.
In a statement about her outfit, Victoria expressed her enthusiasm: 'So I'm here in Miami and tonight I'm going out with my girlfriends for my birthday and I just got this amazing navy blue jersey dress which I love. It is just the perfect party dress for a night out with my girlfriends.'
Addressing Family Estrangement and Public Life
In the days leading up to her birthday, Victoria opened up about the ongoing estrangement from her eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, in a candid interview with the Wall Street Journal. When questioned about their relationship, Victoria did not mention Brooklyn by name but spoke directly about the family dynamics for the first time.
She emphasized: 'I think that we've always — we love our children so much. We've always tried to be the best parents that we can be. And you know, we've been in the public eye for more than 30 years right now, and all we've ever tried to do is protect our children and love our children. And you know, that's all I really want to say about it.'
Brooklyn, 27, had previously cut ties with his family in a scathing social media statement in January, accusing his parents of controlling him and declaring no plans for reconciliation. The estrangement has been ongoing since last May, when Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz snubbed David Beckham's 50th birthday celebrations. Communication has since been limited to legal channels, with Brooklyn blocking his parents on Instagram and posting a detailed six-page letter airing his grievances.
Victoria also reflected on the impact of fame on her family, stating: 'I wouldn’t say it comes with guilt, I’d say that there was a lot of adjusting from my mum and dad, when all of a sudden there were paparazzi outside their house. We’ve really taken our families on this ride with us.' This insight highlights the challenges of balancing public life with private family matters, as the Beckhams continue to navigate their high-profile status while celebrating personal milestones like Victoria's birthday.
