Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz dramatically pull out of Met Gala after birthday snub to David
Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz have made a dramatic last-minute Met Gala exit as their family feud intensifies.
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Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz have dramatically pulled out of the Met Gala amid a fallout with his family.
The couple had initially cancelled their plans to attend the biggest fashion night of the year, as they planned to stay in London to attend David Beckham’s star-studded 50th birthday party.
However, the pair later felt too uncomfortable to attend the bash, which was attended by A-list guests including Tom Cruise, Guy Ritchie and Gordon Ramsay as well as David’s football pals such as best friend Gary Neville.
“They cancelled plans to attend the Met because they really intended to be at David’s party on Saturday,” a source told The Sun.
“But Brooklyn is really upset that blame for the rift has been levelled at Nicola.
“She has never told him what to do and has been nothing but supportive — she’s a loyal wife.”
According to TMZ, Brooklyn, 26, and Peltz, 30, tried to arrange a private celebration with the Beckham family patriarch however they were told to attend the main party or not bother.
It comes as David’s son Romeo stepped up to deliver a touching tribute to his father on the soccer star’s birthday.
“Good evening everyone. I would like to start by thanking you all for being here tonight,” the speech began, sadly highlighting Brooklyn’s absence.
“I know without many of you in here tonight he wouldn’t be half of the man he is today. But to the man of the moment …”
Wife Victoria posted stunning pictures from inside husband David’s epic 50th birthday celebrations.
The football legend marked the milestone surrounded by close family and friends, however, his eldest son Brooklyn was notably absent.
Victoria made no mention of Brooklyn in her post, instead tagging and highlighting the couple’s other three children — Romeo, Cruz, and Harper Seven.
Sources close to the family claimed last month that the two eldest Beckham brothers are currently in a feud and not on speaking terms over Romeo’s girlfriend — who allegedly carried on a brief romance with Brooklyn prior to her current relationship.
Insiders told TMZ the sibling rift has nothing to do with jealousy but rather, Brooklyn’s concern for Kim Turnbull’s possible motives behind dating another Beckham son.
Despite the ongoing family tensions, the Beckham family appeared united and closer than ever in the photos, looking picture-perfect.
Victoria dazzled in a chic floor-length gown, which strikingly resembled one worn by her daughter, Harper. Meanwhile, David, Romeo, and Cruz all looked sharp in black tie.
Victoria and David held hands in the family portrait, one of the first of many photos shared by the Spice Girls star on her Instagram.
She captioned the snaps: “Creating special memories with family and friends.”
“We love you all @romeobeckham @cruzbeckham #HarperSeven xx.”
David went on to repost many of the images to his own Instagram account, adding to the caption: “I love you all, thank you for making my birthday so memorable.”
Other photos featured son Romeo, who gave a speech at the party, carrying a tray of cakes topped with candles, while Harper snuggled up to her grandparents.
The Sun first revealed that son Brooklyn would be snubbing celebrations in London after jetting back to the US.
And news of his snub seemingly confirms a devastating feud at the heart of the Beckham clan.
“David is heartbroken but putting a brave face on it,” a source told The Sun.
“Tonight is all about celebration and love, and he is swimming in it.
“Brooklyn actually informed his parents a while ago that he and his wife, Nicola, would not be attending but, of course, David and Victoria desperately hoped he would change his mind.
“It’s a dagger to the heart that he hasn’t attended a single one of David’s 50th celebrations – and hurts the whole family including the grandparents and siblings.
“Brooklyn is a really sweet boy and everyone loves him dearly. They just hope things can be patched up soon.
“In the meantime, everyone around David are doing all they can to give him a magical evening to remember.”
The four day celebrations also included a private dinner at home with just close family and a jaunt on their private jet to a French vineyard.
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Originally published as Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz dramatically pull out of Met Gala after birthday snub to David