The bond between the Beckhams and the Sussexes was once thought to be one of glamour, mutual admiration, and elite British celebrity. But behind the scenes, tensions have simmered — and now, insiders claim that Victoria and David Beckham were left “blindsided” and “horrified” after learning that their son, Brooklyn Beckham, has been forging a new friendship with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, despite the fallout between the two high-profile couples.

According to royal and celebrity sources, the Beckhams were once close allies of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. David and Harry had a long-standing friendship built over years of philanthropic collaboration and sporting camaraderie. Victoria and Meghan, too, reportedly bonded over fashion and lifestyle interests, and Meghan was said to have sought advice from the Spice Girl-turned-designer during her early days in the UK.

However, that camaraderie allegedly soured after Meghan reportedly accused the Beckhams of leaking stories to the press — a claim that left Victoria and David “absolutely furious.” According to sources close to the couple, they felt “deeply insulted” by the suggestion and quietly backed away from the friendship, cutting ties in what insiders described as a “cold, final break.”

“The Beckhams have been very careful with their public image, and the idea that they would leak private details to the media — especially about fellow celebrities — was not only absurd to them but downright offensive,” one source revealed.

Fast forward to 2025, and now the famous footballer and fashion designer are reportedly “shuddering in horror” at the idea that their eldest son, Brooklyn, and his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, have been developing a warm connection with Harry and Meghan in the United States. The young couple, now based in Los Angeles and known for their lavish social lifestyle, have reportedly met with the Sussexes at a series of private events, including a recent charity gala and a dinner hosted by a mutual Hollywood friend.

Brooklyn and Nicola, who have been carving out their own identities in the worlds of entertainment and fashion, are said to be drawn to the Sussexes’ mix of activism, celebrity, and California cool. “They find Harry and Meghan charming, passionate, and easy to relate to,” said one entertainment insider. “Brooklyn, in particular, admires how Harry stepped away from royal life to live on his own terms.”

But for David and Victoria, this budding friendship is reportedly causing unease. Sources say they feel caught in an awkward position — concerned that their son might be stepping into a media storm that could reignite old controversies.

“Victoria is especially concerned,” said a source close to the designer. “She’s protective of her family’s brand and privacy. She knows how the tabloids work and how quickly things can escalate when it comes to Meghan and Harry. The last thing she wants is for Brooklyn to get dragged into royal drama — especially given the history.”

David Beckham is also said to be “deeply disappointed” by the breakdown of his own relationship with Prince Harry. The two had worked closely on several initiatives, including the Invictus Games and other charitable efforts. David even attended Harry and Meghan’s wedding in 2018, signaling a strong bond between the two families. But insiders claim that once the accusations of betrayal surfaced, David felt “personally wounded” and chose to step away entirely.

Now, as Brooklyn and Nicola seemingly grow closer to the Sussexes, questions are being raised about whether a generational divide — and the lure of Hollywood celebrity — is testing the Beckham family’s famously tight-knit unity.

Observers point out that Brooklyn and Nicola have embraced a much more American, image-driven lifestyle than his parents, who, despite their global fame, still maintain a largely British sensibility. “Brooklyn’s world is very different from his parents’,” one observer said. “He’s not tied to the same old loyalties — he wants to make his own decisions, have his own relationships.”

Despite the tension, sources insist that there has been no public fallout between the Beckhams and their son over the issue — just a quiet sense of unease, and perhaps some behind-the-scenes words of caution.

For now, the Beckhams remain silent on the matter, focusing on their own projects — Victoria with her fashion empire and David with his sports ventures, including Inter Miami CF. But if Brooklyn and Nicola’s friendship with the Sussexes continues to blossom — or turns public — it may force the family to address old wounds in the harsh light of media scrutiny.

One thing is clear: in the rarefied world of royal-adjacent celebrity friendships, trust is fragile, and alliances can shift in the blink of an eye. And for Victoria and David Beckham, the past may not be as distant as they’d hoped.