Selena Gomez’s no-show at Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz’s lavish vow renewal on August 2 has left fans and celebrity watchers speculating about a possible rift in one of Hollywood’s most photogenic friendships.
For years, the trio were practically inseparable, with Gomez famously joking in 2023 that they were in a “throuple” after celebrating New Year’s together in Mexico.
© Stefanie KeenanSocial media was once flooded with their cozy snaps, matching outfits, and affectionate captions. But at the vow renewal, Selena’s seat was conspicuously empty, and the silence since has been louder than any official statement.
From Public Declarations to Radio Silence
In the past, Gomez quickly posted gushy birthday and anniversary messages for Brooklyn and Nicola, even sharing supportive words during Nicola’s rumored tension with the Beckham family. But this time, she didn’t acknowledge the milestone event publicly, skipped liking any posts about it, and instead shared Instagram photos from another wedding she attended just days before alongside her fiancé, Benny Blanco.
© AFP via Getty ImagesAdding to the intrigue, several people connected to Selena, including her friend Dominic West and her former assistant Theresa Mingus, were there. That only fueled speculation that her absence was intentional rather than logistical.
Possible Strains Behind the Scenes
According to one source speaking to the Daily Mail, Selena had once been Nicola’s emotional support during her fallout with the Beckhams, but hinted that the dynamic may have shifted: “Maybe she has got fed up with that now.”
Another insider maintained that Selena is still there for Nicola privately, claiming she’s been distracting her with chats about her upcoming wedding to Benny Blanco and regularly checking in.
© Getty ImagesThe Beckham Family’s Absences
Selena wasn’t the only one missing from the guest list. David, Victoria, and Brooklyn’s siblings, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper, were absent. The extended family reportedly only learned about the vow renewal online.
Rumors suggest Brooklyn’s brothers have been engaging in some light trolling on social media, which may have contributed to strained relations. One friend told The Mirror they’ve been “fanning the flames” with teasing comments online.
A Friendship That Started With Glitz and Glam
Selena and Nicola first met at the Academy Museum Gala in late 2022 and hit it off instantly. Within months, they were vacationing together, wearing matching clothes, and even debuting “angel” tattoos. Brooklyn and Selena’s friendship dates back to 2015.
© Getty Images for Academy MuseumWhen Brooklyn appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show in March 2023, he gushed about Selena, saying he loved when his wife made “really great friends” and that they “all get along.”
Whether Selena’s absence signals a deeper divide or just a scheduling conflict, it’s clear that the days of constant social media tributes are on pause. Celebrity friendships often operate in cycles, and this could be nothing more than a quiet chapter in an otherwise close bond.
