Behind the Beckham Curtain: Nicola Peltz Confronts David & Victoria
Marvelous—you’d think marrying into the Beckham clan came with a handbook, but apparently it only guarantees drama. According to TMZ’s May 6 report, Nicola Peltz Beckham has quietly reached her limit with David and Victoria’s “toxic” in-law behaviors. I don’t want to sound smug, but I told you so—when a power couple meets a Hollywood newbie, sparks fly.
TMZ first flagged tension brewing at the Beckham household after Nicola allegedly clashed with Victoria over styling advice. Sources tell Page Six that during a recent family lunch at their Cotswolds estate, Victoria made a back-handed remark about Nicola’s couture choices, prompting the actress to bristle. An insider said Nicola shot back, “I can dress myself, thanks,” which, surprise, landed her on everyone’s group chat radar. Meanwhile, People magazine confirms Nicola has confided in pals that she feels undermined by David’s unsolicited career tips—tips she believes come with a side of arrogance.
It gets juicier: TMZ claims that earlier this spring, Victoria allegedly criticized Nicola’s wedding gown prototypes, calling them “too over-the-top.” Given that Victoria’s own bridal look was a 20-year-old David & Victoria special, you can imagine why Nicola took offense. Word is, Nicola’s camp is now keeping a close eye on any high-fashion family collaboration, wary of surprises in their fitting rooms. And yes, that is exactly why you don’t let your mother-in-law pick your wedding photographer.
Reports also note that Brooklyn Beckham, caught in the crossfire, has been forced to mediate between his bride and parents. Page Six reveals he’s been spotted on repeated FaceTime calls, playing the role of peacemaker while managing his own photography hustle. He allegedly assured Nicola, “I got this,” but insiders wonder if that will hold when Victoria’s next unsolicited comment drops.
This saga isn’t just lip service—TMZ obtained texts where Nicola calls the feud “exhausting,” and Victoria reportedly replies with a curt emoji. Family dinners, once picture-perfect for Instagram, have devolved into tactical maneuvers. I’m forced to point out the obvious: mixing fame, fashion, and family will never be as seamless as a Beckham haircut.
So what’s next? Will the Beckhams stage an intervention, or are we in for more public side-eye and cryptic captions? Stay tuned, because if you thought this was the end of it, well, I told you so—turns out even royal-worthy families can’t dodge a reality check. And that, dear reader, is why we can’t have nice things.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, People magazine, Page Six
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