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Beckham Family Feud

Cruz Beckham's explosive social media posts hint at deep tensions with Brooklyn Beckham

Cruz might not be dropping names, but the emotional tone says enough


Senior Writer
JULY 29, 2025 10:29 AM EDT

Cruz Beckham is taking family drama to the digital stage, and fans are watching it unfold one Instagram Note at a time. The youngest son of David and Victoria Beckham has been firing off cryptic and scathing messages on social media for months. From accusations of betrayal to pointed insults, Cruz's Notes paint the picture of a bitter falling out inside one of Britain's most famous families.

Cruz, 20, has been quietly airing grievances through Instagram Notes, a feature meant for bite-sized updates. But these aren't your usual "feeling cute" kind of posts.

 (L-R) Brooklyn Beckham, Cruz Beckham, Harper Beckham and David Beckham are seen on March 01, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/GC Images)© GC Images
(L-R) Brooklyn Beckham, Cruz Beckham, Harper Beckham and David Beckham are seen on March 01, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/GC Images)

Here's a taste of what he's posted:

  • "You're a fraud"
  • "Ur a d–k now 😢"
  • "Instant karma gonna get you"
  • "F–king hell"
  • "People notice"
  • "Ur dead to me"
  • "Oh it's stockholm syndrome"

And that's just the start. Some messages, traced back to April, got even more intense, with Cruz posting: "Bloody inbreds" and "Etiquette 😂." No names were mentioned, and there were no direct call-outs. However, the digital breadcrumbs indicate a significant family conflict.

The Brooklyn and Nicola Factor

This won't be a total shock if you've been keeping tabs on Beckham drama. The rumored feud between Cruz and his older brother, Brooklyn Beckham (26), and sister-in-law Nicola Peltz (30) has been brewing for a while.

Earlier this month, Cruz, Brooklyn, Nicola, and even their brother Romeo Beckham (22) unfollowed each other on Instagram. A subtle yet symbolic move in the world of celebrity drama.

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Romeo Beckham, Cruz Beckham and Brooklyn Beckham attend the Netflix 'Beckham' UK Premiere at The Curzon Mayfair on October 03, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage)

A source told Page Six, "Brooklyn and Nicola didn't purposely unfollow the siblings," adding, "it's possible they were blocked." If true, this hints at someone actively drawing digital boundaries, and Cruz's Notes seem to support that theory.

Another insider claimed that Brooklyn told family members he "wants no contact" and would not respond to attempts to reconnect.

It's not just Cruz who's allegedly iced out; Brooklyn and Romeo reportedly haven't spoken for months. Things escalated further when Brooklyn grew upset with their parents, David and Victoria Beckham, over their support for Romeo's now-ex-girlfriend, Kim Turnbull. He felt sidelined, sources say.

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Victoria vs. Nicola: The Wedding That Sparked It All

While Cruz's Instagram Notes are the newest chapter in this messy saga, much of the tension appears to trace back to Brooklyn and Nicola's April 2022 wedding.

Reportedly, Victoria Beckham made Nicola cry during the big day after allegedly hijacking the newlyweds' special dance and showing displeasure that Nicola didn't wear one of her designs. "It was deeply hurtful," an insider told Page Six at the time. "Unfortunately, this wasn't a one-off. It's a pattern that still happens to this day."

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Victoria Beckham’s role in the drama recently resurfaced, as an incident from Nicola and Brooklyn’s 2022 wedding gained attention

From that moment on, the icy vibes between Victoria and Nicola became gossip gold, and the ripple effects are still making waves through the Beckham clan.

Why Cruz's Posts Matter Now

This isn't just a rebellious younger sibling venting. Cruz's public jabs feel like a deliberate, unfiltered reaction to deeper family fractures. This very public unraveling feels jarringly real for a family that has carefully cultivated its image, uniting football, fashion, and fame.

Cruz might not be dropping names, but the emotional tone says enough. It remains to be seen whether this digital drama will be resolved behind the scenes or explode further into the public eye.

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Victoria's son, Cruz, joined by his girlfriend Jackie Apostel.

For his part, Brooklyn has been vocal about always choosing Nicola, even when it puts him at odds with his family. But that loyalty might be costing him more than followers; it's creating a real rift with his siblings.

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