In a recent interview, Victoria Beckham responded to the shocking charges made by her estranged son Brooklyn.
The 27-year-old aspiring chef stated in January that he did not want to make amends with his parents and that his siblings, Harper, 14, Cruz, 21, and Romeo, 23, are “performative.”
Additionally, Brooklyn claimed that “Brand Beckham comes first” and that his family prioritises “public promotion and endorsements above all else.”
Fashion designer Victoria, 52, stated that creating their £500 million empire known as “Brand Beckham” was “never their intention” during an appearance on Emma Grede’s podcast Aspire this week. She also insisted that she wasn’t a “pushy parent.”
Emma, the owner of Dragon Den, questioned the former Spice Girls star on how she determines what “remains personal” and what constitutes Brand Beckham throughout the interview.
Brooklyn’s harsh six-page statement, in which he claimed that his parents had “controlled” him for the majority of his life through “performative social media posts, family events, and inauthentic relationships,” seemed to be referenced un the line of inquiry.
Victoria told Emma, seemingly retaliating, “When David and I first met, it was never our intention to start a brand.”
Victoria Beckham has stated that when she first met her husband David, she had no intention of launching a business. “Brand Beckham” is a topic that has come up naturally. David was a Brylcreem boy when I first met him.
“I learned a lot about building a brand and marketing while I was in the Spice Girls and David was in Adidas, Brylcreem and Pepsi.” “The Spice Girls were doing Walker’s crips, Pepsi, Chupa Chups lollipops and deodorant while he was doing Brylcreem and Adidas.”
“Are you aware?” It’s true that my mum still has a Spice Girls pizza in the oven. That pizza has been frozen for around thirty years. Therefore, we never even talked about “Brand Beckham” when people brought it up.
Victoria stated that even as their success increased, they continued to concentrate on their individual endeavours, with David developing his football team Inter Miami and her growing her empire in fashion and beauty.
“We don’t have any deals together,” she added. It has always been like this: David does what David does, and I do what I do. Our interests diverge greatly. Although we never really saw it that way, I believe that the outside world was the one that talked about Brand Beckham the most. We’re simply carrying out our routine.
Victoria continued by saying that although she “always tried to protect them,” her kids must have felt the pressure of growing up in the spotlight. It follows Brooklyn’s statement that he had “overwhelming anxiety” growing up.
Brooklyn Beckham, who is pictured with his wife Nicola Peltz, stated in January that he did not wish to make amends with his parents.
Victoria, her husband David Beckham, and their boys Cruz are shown on the left, while Romeo and their girlfriends Kim Turnbull and Jackie Apostel are shown on the right.
“Our children have had a very different upbringing than myself and David, and I think the world is also a very different place now than what it was when they were younger,” she stated. We have always been very close and have made every effort to protect the kids.
The fashion designer, however, maintained that she was “never pushy.”
Since last May, when he and his wife Nicola Peltz ignored the former football player’s 50th birthday celebrations, David and Victoria have not talked to Brooklyn.
The Beckhams’ legal team received a letter from Brooklyn and Nicola’s solicitors requesting that they communicate only through them.
Brooklyn added in his statement that his mother “hijacked” their first dance and called him “evil” for not sitting at the head table at his wedding to Nicola Peltz.
“In the end, we want the kids to be hard-working and kind,” Victoria said to Emma. I’ve always wanted to take care of the children and be the greatest mother I can be. Additionally, I believe that helping them reach their full potential has been a part of my profession. Being supportive is more important than being forceful.
Regarding the difficulties, she continued, “I think parenting adult children is very different from parenting smaller children.” You know, I’m just doing my best. Making sure my children are the best versions of themselves is my responsibility.
Victoria continued by discussing how Harper and Cruz are expanding the Brand Beckham business through their individual endeavours.
Regarding Cruz’s beginning his musical career, she remarked: “The most important thing is to learn your craft.” Cruz is currently on tour.
Cruz has dedicated years to learning how to play five or six different instruments, compose his own music, form a band, and tour tiny venues in a very modest manner. He’s developing his brand and has extraordinary talent. We simply do it.
Victoria also disclosed that Harper’s “really bad” struggle with acne is what motivated her to start her own cosmetic company.
Inspired by South Korean cosmetics, the youngster is reportedly going to launch her own beauty line this summer, targeting Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Go here to read the entire story.
The announcement that the Beckhams had trademarked the moniker HIKU BY Harper back in October signified the beginning of the future beauty collection.
“She came to me two or three years ago and she was really struggling with her skin,” Victoria clarified.
“She used to have gorgeous skin, but like all young girls, she was seduced by beauty brands and put a lot of unsuitable product on her face. As a result, she ended up seeing a dermatologist because her skin was really, really bad.”
“Harper” stated, “I want to create a brand because I know what I want and I don’t want other people to have to go through what I have been through.” Victoria described her own issues with acne and said she could identify with her daughter’s difficulties.
The former Spice Girls actress claimed that when Harper was first starting her cosmetics line, she even came to her with PowerPoint presentations.
She stated, “One [PowerPoint] about this brand that she wanted to create because she was struggling with her skin.” “And the other one was a justification for allowing her to get a permanent.”
“I’m so proud of all my children, but you know Harper is very ambitious, she’s very appropriate, but I don’t know what I expected to be honest,” Victoria continued. “I mean, she’s been sitting on my lap taking part in beauty development meetings since she was little.”
The business-savvy family has always defended their children’s name rights; at the age of five, Victoria notably registered Harper’s name for use in a variety of branded goods, including toys, apparel, and makeup.
Trademarking a child’s name was uncommon at the time, according to an intellectual property expert, as the practice is often limited to superstars.
