The Beckham family has never been far from the spotlight, but the release of the Netflix documentary Victoria Beckham in October 2025 has thrust them into the center of public conversation once again. The film, which charts Victoria Beckham’s journey from Spice Girl to acclaimed fashion designer, is as much about family as it is about fame and fashion. Yet, amid all the glitz, glamour, and familial pride, a conspicuous absence and persistent rumors have cast a shadow over the otherwise celebratory narrative.
Victoria Beckham attended the London premiere of her documentary alongside her husband, David Beckham, and three of their four children—Romeo, Cruz, and Harper. The family, often seen as the epitome of unity and support, presented a united front on the red carpet. But eagle-eyed fans and media outlets, including OK!, quickly noted the absence of the eldest Beckham child, Brooklyn. His nonappearance at the premiere, coupled with his limited presence in the documentary itself, has only fueled speculation about an ongoing family feud.
In the Netflix project, Brooklyn is featured only in archival footage as a child, while his siblings—particularly 14-year-old Harper—take on more prominent roles. The documentary offers viewers an intimate look at the family’s dynamic as Victoria prepares for her pivotal Paris Fashion Week show in September 2024. Both Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz, were noticeably absent from this event, as well as from Victoria’s 2025 Paris Fashion Week presentation. Their pattern of missing key family milestones stretches back to their 2022 wedding, where a tense incident between Victoria and Nicola reportedly first sparked rumors of discord.
Since then, Brooklyn and Nicola have been missing from several significant family gatherings, including David Beckham’s 50th birthday celebration in May 2025. In August, the couple renewed their vows, but David and Victoria were reportedly not invited—a move that, according to insiders cited by OK!, was “the final kick in the teeth” for the parents. The rift appears to extend to Brooklyn’s siblings as well, with Romeo and Cruz subtly expressing support for their parents via social media.
Despite the mounting rumors, Victoria Beckham has publicly denied any lasting feud. In a September 18 interview with Elle, she insisted, “That’s what the Beckhams do. We like to have fun. We like to spend time all together. We’re a very traditional family, much more than I think people would realize. That’s what we do. We all support each other. We always show up for each other.” Her remarks aimed to quell the speculation and reinforce the family’s image of unity, even as the documentary and recent events suggest a more complicated reality.
While Brooklyn’s absence has captured headlines, the documentary also shines a light on the youngest Beckham, Harper. Since her front-row debut at New York Fashion Week as a toddler in 2012, Harper has been a fixture in the fashion world. Now 14, she is the only Beckham child still living full-time at home, and she enjoys significant screen time in the documentary. Viewers see her helping her mother prepare for Paris Fashion Week, modeling a silvery-gray slip dress, and even coaching Victoria on TikTok dance routines—showcasing the close bond between mother and daughter.
Victoria’s encouragement of Harper is evident throughout the series. “The Spice Girls made me feel good enough about being me,” Victoria reflects in the documentary. “And I tell Harper every single day, you follow your dreams and be who you are.” Harper, for her part, has her own ambitions. At the New York launch of Victoria’s fragrance My Reverie in November 2024, she declared her intention to “create an amazing brand” when she’s older. Days later, Harper presented her mother with the Entrepreneur of the Year honor at the Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards, a moment that brought brother Romeo to tears and highlighted the family’s emotional support for one another.
Yet the documentary is not just a celebration of family milestones; it also offers an unvarnished look at Victoria’s personal struggles. After the Spice Girls’ breakup in 2001, Victoria admits she felt lost and lonely, unsure of her next steps. She recounts the intense scrutiny she faced regarding her body image, revealing that she controlled her weight in “an incredibly unhealthy way” and struggled with an eating disorder. “When you have an eating disorder, you become very good at lying. And I was never honest about it with my parents. I never talked about it publicly. It really affects you when you’re being told constantly you’re not good enough. And I suppose that’s been with me my whole life,” Victoria confides in the documentary.
The film also delves into the challenges Victoria faced in establishing her fashion brand. Initially met with skepticism by industry heavyweights like Anna Wintour, Victoria’s foray into fashion was, in Wintour’s words, seen as a possible “side gig” rather than a serious endeavor. “I thought maybe this was a hobby. Didn’t quite believe it,” Wintour admits in the documentary. But Victoria’s dedication and creativity eventually won her over, with Wintour attending her shows starting in 2013 and later praising her as someone who “totally proved us wrong.”
Despite critical acclaim, Victoria’s fashion business faced severe financial difficulties by 2016. David Beckham, who had invested millions in the venture, recalls, “We always agreed that we would support each other, no matter what. But it worried me. This isn’t sustainable.” The business was millions of pounds in debt, and Victoria describes feeling like she was “in a hole, in quicksand.” The turnaround began in 2017, when investor David Belhassen’s Neo Investment Partners stepped in. Belhassen, initially reluctant, was swayed by his wife’s love of the brand and by Victoria’s willingness to accept tough changes. “It was a disaster. They never made a profit. Frankly, I’ve never seen something as hard as that to fix,” he recalls in the series. Victoria herself admits to “mind-blowing” waste and acknowledges that her entertainment background led to overindulgence and poor business decisions.
By 2022, Victoria Beckham’s fashion house had emerged from the red, a testament to her resilience and adaptability. The documentary’s candid exploration of these struggles, paired with the family’s public image, offers viewers a nuanced portrait of both personal and professional triumphs and challenges.
As speculation about family rifts continues, the Beckhams’ story—captured in vivid detail in their Netflix documentary—reminds audiences that even the most glamorous families face their share of hardships. Through candid admissions, heartfelt moments, and a relentless drive for success, Victoria Beckham’s journey is, at its core, a testament to perseverance, reinvention, and the enduring complexities of family life.
