On December 26, 2025, Nicola Peltz, the American actress and heiress, stirred up a whirlwind on social media with a series of festive family photos posted to Instagram. The images, which quickly caught the attention of fans and tabloids alike, showed Nicola’s parents, Nelson and Claudia Peltz, warmly embracing their son-in-law, Brooklyn Beckham. The post, coming right in the thick of the holiday season, was captioned with a heartfelt message: "We wish everyone a merry Christmas and a happy new year filled with so much love, peace and happiness."
But what might have been a straightforward display of holiday cheer soon became something of a lightning rod for speculation and debate. According to The Mirror, the comments section under Nicola’s Instagram post erupted with a flurry of opinions, some supportive, others decidedly more pointed. Many fans were quick to focus not on the holiday spirit, but on the ongoing rumors of a rift between Brooklyn and his famous family, the Beckhams.
One comment, directed squarely at Brooklyn, read: "Brooklyn you can get lots of wives but only one mum... you have to remember that. Heal each other with love, kindness, care and support." Another chimed in with a more direct plea: "Brooklyn go home and see your parents. Life really is too short." Amidst this, a third commenter challenged Nicola herself: "Why don't you show love to the Beckham family?!" The scrutiny was so intense that even celebrity blogger Perez Hilton jumped in, leaving a pointed remark: "Everyone EXCEPT your in-laws!"
Still, not every voice in the digital crowd was critical. Several users stepped in to defend the couple, urging others to mind their own business and show some empathy. "Beautiful photos. Sorry people are so inappropriate and judgmental. Looks like a very happy holiday," one supportive fan wrote. Another added, "Some of these comments are wild. You only get one set of parents, yes you do, but doesn't mean you have to like them or be with them. Leave the poor guy alone, none of us know what's gone on and it's none of our business either."
The timing of Nicola’s post seemed to pour more fuel on the fire. Just days before, Cruz Beckham—Brooklyn’s younger brother—had reportedly claimed that Brooklyn had blocked his entire family on Instagram, including their parents, David and Victoria Beckham, and their 14-year-old sister, Harper. This revelation, as reported by The Mirror, added a new layer of intrigue to the ongoing rumors of family discord, which have swirled around the Beckhams and Peltzes for months.
On Christmas Day itself, Brooklyn was nowhere near his family in the UK. Instead, he remained in Los Angeles, where he was spotted enjoying a game of tennis with American professional player Reilly Opelka and Nicola’s brother, Bradley. The choice to spend the holidays apart from his parents and siblings did not go unnoticed, especially given the public nature of the family’s social media presence.
Adding another twist to the saga, Brooklyn took to Instagram on Christmas Eve to share a photo of himself holding hands with Nicola. In the caption, he declared Nicola as his "everything," a move that many interpreted as both a romantic gesture and a subtle message about where his loyalties currently lie.
For those who have followed the Beckham family’s journey in the public eye, these latest developments are just the most recent chapter in a story that has long fascinated fans and the media. The Beckhams—David, the legendary footballer, and Victoria, the pop star turned fashion designer—have always projected an image of unity and glamour. Brooklyn, their eldest son, has been in the spotlight since birth, and his marriage to Nicola Peltz in 2022 was hailed as a union of two celebrity dynasties.
Yet, behind the scenes, rumors of tension have persisted. Whispers of a feud between Nicola and Victoria Beckham have surfaced repeatedly, with tabloids speculating about everything from wedding plans to family dynamics. The recent claims by Cruz, combined with Brooklyn’s conspicuous absence from his family’s Christmas celebrations, have only intensified the chatter.
Of course, family rifts—especially among high-profile clans—are nothing new. The pressures of fame, public scrutiny, and busy schedules can strain even the closest relationships. In this case, the split seems to have played out in a particularly modern arena: social media. The act of blocking family members on Instagram, while perhaps trivial to some, takes on outsized significance in a world where online connections often mirror real-life bonds.
It’s also worth noting that Nicola’s family, the Peltzes, have welcomed Brooklyn with open arms. The Boxing Day photos show a relaxed, happy group enjoying the holiday together. For many, this is simply the reality of marriage: joining a new family and navigating the sometimes tricky waters of old and new loyalties.
Public reaction to the situation has been predictably polarized. Some see Brooklyn’s decision to spend the holidays with his wife’s family as a natural part of growing up and forging his own path. Others view it as a sign of deeper issues that, they argue, should be addressed privately rather than aired (intentionally or not) on social media. The truth, as always, is likely somewhere in between.
What’s clear is that the Beckham-Peltz saga continues to capture the public’s imagination. Whether it’s the allure of celebrity, the universal challenges of family relationships, or the irresistible drama of a social media spat, people can’t seem to look away. As one commenter so aptly put it: "Leave the poor guy alone, none of us know what's gone on and it's none of our business either."
For now, Brooklyn and Nicola appear content to celebrate the holidays on their own terms, surrounded by those they choose. Whether this marks a permanent shift or just a temporary blip in the ever-evolving story of the Beckhams remains to be seen. But if history is any guide, the world will be watching—and commenting—every step of the way.
