David Beckham Breaks Silence After Brooklyn’s Explosive Social Media Post: ‘Children Are Allowed to Make Mistakes’

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David Beckham has finally responded, though not directly, after his oldest son publicly criticized him.

Only a day after Brooklyn Beckham publicly criticized his family, his father, the famous footballer, spoke on television about the dangers of the internet. Many people think the interview was directly related to the family’s issues playing out on social media.

During an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box before the World Economic Forum, the discussion shifted to how social media affects young people’s mental health. David’s comments appeared to be a subtle response to the recent online controversy involving his 26-year-old son. Although he spoke broadly about parenting, his word choice clearly related to the current situation.

David discussed the double-edged sword of social media during the broadcast. He explained that while these platforms can be positive, they also present risks, particularly for children due to the content they can easily find.

After his son Brooklyn publicly shared private family issues, the former England captain discussed his approach to parenting. He advised, “Use [social media] wisely—for the right reasons,” seemingly in response to his son’s actions.

David explained that he sees public mistakes as a normal part of his children’s development. He stated, “Kids are going to make mistakes, and that’s how they learn.” His words imply he’s accepting, and perhaps even expecting, occasional missteps, like the recent public outburst from his son.

He finished by acknowledging that parents can’t control everything their children do. “I try to teach my kids that,” he said, “but they also need to learn from their own mistakes.”

These statements are a sharp departure from what Brooklyn said earlier. Just hours before, in a series of Instagram Stories, he claimed his parents had “controlled” him for “most of his life.” He described a restrictive upbringing where his parents’ fame constantly limited his independence.

Brooklyn claimed David and Victoria Beckham repeatedly tried to sabotage his marriage to actress Nicola Peltz. He criticized the Beckhams’ public persona as fake, suggesting it’s maintained through carefully crafted social media posts and planned photos. This accusation directly contradicts the close-knit family image the Beckhams have worked hard to create over the years.

In a statement, Brooklyn explained he’d kept quiet for years and tried to handle these issues privately. He stated his parents’ representatives were spreading false information to the media, which led him to finally share his side of the story. The specifics he revealed indicate a long-growing rift within the family.

It seems like the break with his family is final. Brooklyn has stated he doesn’t want to repair the relationship, explaining that he’s asserting his independence and refusing to be controlled. He says this is the first time he’s stood up for himself.

Brooklyn has been working to establish his own identity, stepping out from under the fame of his parents. He started a Facebook Watch show called Cookin’ with Brooklyn, but it received some criticism for being expensive to produce compared to what it offered. He’s also explored interests in photography and modeling over the years.

Nicola Peltz Beckham is known for both her family’s wealth – her father, Nelson Peltz, is a billionaire – and her acting career. She’s popular for roles in shows like Bates Motel and the movie Transformers: Age of Extinction. Recently, she stepped behind the camera to direct, write, and star in her first film, Lola.

Okay, so it looks like the drama with Brooklyn and Nicola’s family really did start at their wedding! I always thought it was just rumors, but Brooklyn’s been talking about it and it seems like Nicola’s wedding dress choice was a huge issue. It’s a shame, because the Peltz-Beckhams always seemed to have such a perfect image, and this whole thing is definitely putting a strain on that.

Let us know in the comments whether you think David is right about letting kids learn from public mistakes, or if Brooklyn overshared by making private family matters public.

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2026-01-20 21:16