Brooklyn Beckham is an English socialite, photographer, and former model. He is best known for being the eldest son of former England footballer David Beckham and English singer-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham. His modeling career took off in 2014, and he's graced the editorials and covers of prestigious publications such as Vogue China, Miss Vogue, Interview, L'Uomo Vogue, T:The New York Times Style Magazine, and Dazed Korea. Recently, Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz all had tattooed the word "Brotherhood" beautifully inscribed in cursive script. Brooklyn and Cruz chose to have this design tattooed on their legs, whereas Cruz, who marked his 18th birthday in February, decided to have it on his hand.
Brooklyn Beckham, the eldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, is an English socialite, photographer, and former model. He launched his modeling career in 2014 and has been featured in renowned publications like Vogue China, Miss Vogue, Interview, L'Uomo Vogue, and more.
Born on March 4, 1999, at the Portland Hospital in Westminster, London, England, Brooklyn Beckham is of mixed ethnicity and holds British nationality. Brooklyn Joseph Beckham is his birth name. He is the son of his father, David Beckham, a retired footballer, model, and businessman, and his mother, Victoria Beckham (née Adams), a singer, fashion designer, businesswoman, and model. His early childhood was split between Madrid and Los Angeles, as his father played for Real Madrid and LA Galaxy.
Brooklyn has three younger siblings: brothers Romeo James, and Cruz David, and a sister Harper Seven. In December 2004, both Brooklyn and Romeo were jointly baptized in a private chapel on the grounds of their parents' Hertfordshire mansion. During his teenage years, at 15, Brooklyn Beckham worked weekend shifts at a West London coffee shop. He initially played in the Arsenal F.C. Academy but left in 2015 after not receiving a scholarship. In 2017 he studied photography at Parsons School of Design in New York.
Beginning his professional modeling career in 2014, Brooklyn Beckham has graced the editorials and covers of renowned publications like Vogue China, Miss Vogue, Interview, L'Uomo Vogue, T:The New York Times Style Magazine, and Dazed Korea, with photographers such as Bruce Weber, Terry Richardson, Daniel Jackson, and Alasdair McLellan capturing his image. Additionally, Beckham served as a brand ambassador for Huawei and its Honor 8 smartphones alongside celebrities like Scarlett Johansson, Karlie Kloss, and Henry Cavill. At the age of 16 in 2016, he took the role of photographer for a Burberry BRIT campaign, which stirred some controversy within the industry, with notable photographers criticizing the move as a "devaluation of photography" and "nepotism."
In 2017, Beckham announced his pursuit of a photography degree at the Parsons School of Design at the New School in New York, although he didn't complete the first year and ultimately abandoned his degree. His first photography book, titled "What I See," was published in June 2017, but it received a mostly negative critical reception, with leaked photographs from the book drawing ridicule on Twitter for their perceived poor quality and captions. Despite this, Random House, his publisher, defended the book, attributing its style to the interests of his teenage fan base. In 2019, Beckham returned to the UK and interned for the British photographer Rankin.
In 2021, Brooklyn Beckham ventured into the realm of professional cooking with his online video series, "Cookin' With Brooklyn." However, the series faced backlash as it came to light that each episode was created by a team of 62 professionals, at a reported cost of $100,000 per episode, drawing criticism for its high production expenses. Additionally, skeptics noted that Beckham lacked genuine professional experience or formal training in the culinary field, sparking further debate and scrutiny.
Brooklyn Beckham, a multifaceted media personality, photographer, and former model has amassed a net worth of $15 million in 2023, primarily derived from his career as a media personality and model. His significant income streams include earning millions annually through high-profile modeling gigs and making over $500,000 per photoshoot for prestigious publications like Vogue, the New York Times, and Dazed. Additionally, his brand ambassador role with Huawei and its Honor 8 smartphones added another $5 million to his earnings.
As a social media influencer, he commands substantial sponsorship fees, generating up to $160,000 for each post on platforms like Instagram, accumulating over $11 million through brand promotions by 2022. Beckham's financial portfolio includes ownership of more than 10 real estate properties, $6 million in Bitcoin, and 4 luxury yachts. Notably, his net worth includes $22 million in cash, securely deposited in a bank under his name, with investments in government bonds and stock markets totaling $12 million and $15 million, respectively, facilitating his lavish lifestyle.
Brooklyn Beckham is now a married man, having exchanged vows with his beautiful wife, Nicola Peltz, on April 9, 2022. Their wedding took place in Palm Beach, Florida, in a Jewish ceremony, as a nod to his great-grandfather's Jewish heritage and Peltz's father's Jewish background. Their journey from confirming their relationship on Instagram in January 2020 to Beckham's engagement announcement to American actress Nicola Peltz on July 11, 2020, has culminated in a joyous present as a married couple. By profession, Nicola Peltz is an American actress best known for her roles as Bradley Martin in the A&E drama series Bates Motel (2013–2015) and Tessa Yeager in the film Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014).
Before his marriage to Nicola Peltz, Brooklyn Beckham had a history of relationships with several notable individuals, including American actress Chloë Grace Moretz, French-Tunisian model-singer Sonia Ben Ammar, Canadian model Lexi Wood, singer Madison Beer, dancer Lexy Panterra, Lottie Moss (sister of model Kate Moss), model Phoebe Torrance, singer Rita Ora, and English model Hana Cross. His relationship with Chloë Grace Moretz saw multiple breakups and reconciliations before ultimately ending for good in 2018.
Brooklyn Beckham is a tall and handsome man at a height of 1.74 m, with a balanced body weight of 73 kg. He has a pair of light brown eyes and light brown hair. He has an average body build. Notable for his cute looks and a Hebrew tattoo on his left arm, he's shown his commitment to fitness through social media posts sharing his workouts and even boxing sessions. During his relationship with Chloe, he was a regular at SoulCycle for spinning workouts. He has a Hebrew tattoo of a line from the Song of Songs on his left arm: "I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine".
Brooklyn Beckham's godfather happens to be none other than the legendary Sir Elton John, a close friend of the Beckham family. Elton John is a British singer, pianist and composer. With the Beckhams' status in the spotlight, they felt it fitting to have such an iconic figure as Brooklyn's godfather, with the young Beckham affectionately considering Elton John as the "coolest godfather ever."
Brooklyn showed little interest in pursuing a soccer career, despite his father's status as a highly recognized and successful player. While he occasionally played soccer, at the age of 16, he made it clear to his parents that he did not intend to follow in his father's footsteps professionally, even though he possessed the skill and connections necessary for a successful soccer career.
David Beckham, in an interview with ABC News, revealed that Brooklyn expressed his reluctance, saying, "'Daddy, I’m not sure I want to play football all the time,' and he continued, 'Every time I step on to the field, I know people are saying, ‘This is David Beckham’s son,’ and if I am not as good as you, then it is not good enough,' " conveying his concerns about the expectations and pressures that come with his family name.
He began his modeling career at the remarkably young age of 15, landing his first modeling campaign, which came as a surprise to many. While his mother is a prominent figure in the fashion industry, it's evident that Brooklyn has discovered his own passion for modeling, marking the start of his journey in the world of fashion at such a tender age.
Brooklyn is known for his extensive tattoo collection, with nearly 100 tattoos as of August 2022, each holding special significance. Notable among his inkings are a Hebrew tattoo on his left arm that reads "I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine," a tribute to his wife Nicola Peltz's late grandmother, Gina, and the word "married" on his left hand. He has dedicated over 20 tattoos to Nicola, including a black and white portrait of her on his upper right arm, showcasing his deep appreciation for his wife through his body art.
Brooklyn Beckham has a deep love for photography and film, a passion that has become a prominent aspect of his creative endeavors. He expresses a preference for capturing "interesting" individuals in black and white. In 2017, he published his photography book, "What I See," offering an intimate perspective of his life through his lens. In 2021, as the cover star of Vogue Man Hong Kong, he not only graced the cover but also took on the role of the photographer for his own shoot, contributing to the magazine's first-ever digital cover production, showcasing his multifaceted talents in the world of visual arts.