The Fascinating Legacy of David Beckham's Family Revealed

Summary

Netflix's BECKHAM documentary delves into David Beckham's personal life and the factors that drove him to achieve greatness in soccer.

The series showcases David Beckham's deep love and commitment to his family, capturing intimate moments with his wife, children, and parents. Additionally, BECKHAM delves into lesser-known aspects of his life, such as his passion for beekeeping and his strong bond with his father.

Netflix's BECKHAM documentary only scratches the surface of the iconic former football star's life. With limited runtime, one can't help but wonder what important aspects are left unexplored. Directed by Fisher Stevens, BECKHAM delves deep into the motivations behind David Beckham's remarkable achievements both on and off the field. The docuseries sheds light on the challenges he faced and surpassed to attain success. Additionally, it unveils lesser-known aspects of his life that his followers may be unaware of.

Right from the opening shot, BECKHAM reveals Beckham's newfound passion for beekeeping, developed during the lockdown. While the series explores various lesser-known aspects of his life, it primarily emphasizes Beckham's strong devotion to his family. Netflix's BECKHAM beautifully captures intimate moments that reflect his love and gratitude towards his wife, children, and parents.

David Beckham

David Beckham, the former professional English football player, is renowned as the patriarch of the Beckham family. Not only recognized as a cultural icon, Beckham is celebrated for a wide range of achievements, from his impeccable sense of fashion to his philanthropic endeavors, from his successful brand endorsements to his notable roles in movies. Throughout his illustrious football career, Beckham obtained numerous accolades while representing Manchester United. In addition to securing multiple Premier League titles, he also triumphed in the UEFA Champions League, attained victory in La Liga while playing for Real Madrid, and achieved two FA Cup wins. At the international level, Beckham impressively accumulated over 100 caps as the captain of the national team.

Since 1999, David Beckham has been happily married to Victoria Beckham and together they have four children: Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper. Adorned with more than 65 tattoos, many of which pay tribute to his beloved family members, Beckham's dedication to his kin is evident. Both on and off the public stage, he consistently showcases himself as a nurturing father and loving husband, frequently expressing heartfelt gratitude for his family.

Victoria Beckham

Also recognized as "Posh Spice" during her time with the Spice Girls, Victoria Beckham initially gained fame in the 1990s when the girl group sold over 100 million records worldwide. Following the Spice Girls' hiatus in 2000, Victoria Beckham also embarked on a solo music career, releasing several singles. Subsequently, from 2007 to 2012, she participated in the band's reunion, but later decided against joining the 2019 reunion tour to prioritize her fashion label. Similar to her husband, Victoria Beckham is renowned as a fashion icon and pop culture figure, seamlessly transitioning from her role as a pop singer to a successful entrepreneur and designer. According to reports, she began dating David Beckham after they met at a charity match in 1997.

Brooklyn Beckham

Brooklyn Beckham, born on 4 March 1999, is the oldest child of David and Victoria Beckham. He embarked on his modeling career in 2014, making appearances in prestigious editorial publications such as Vogue China, Interview, and T: The New York Times Style Magazine. Additionally, he pursued a photography degree at the Parsons School of Design, though he ultimately did not complete the program. Nevertheless, he authored a book about photography titled What I See. In July 2020, Brooklyn Beckham publicly announced his engagement to American actress Nicola Peltz, and their marriage took place in April 2022.

Romeo Beckham

Romeo, the second son of Victoria and David Beckham, was born on 1 September 2002. Showing early signs of football talent like his father, Romeo trained at Arsenal's Academy in 2014. After a brief break from football, he decided to pursue tennis training under the guidance of Andy Murray. However, his passion for football eventually led him back to the sport in 2020. Romeo has since been training with Brentford B, the reserve team of Brentford, in England. In 2023, he played a significant role in the Brentford B squad's victory in the 2022-23 Premier League Cup, resulting in him signing a one-year contract with the team.

Cruz Beckham

Cruz Beckham, the youngest child of David and Victoria Beckham, was born in Madrid, Spain. He displayed musical and dance talent at a young age, even performing at a Spice Girls reunion when he was just 2 years old. In December 2016, Cruz released his debut single titled "If Every Day Was Christmas" and created a music video with the participation of his family. According to reports, Cruz has a passion for musical instruments and already possesses skills in playing the guitar, mandolin, and piano. Although he has also dabbled in modeling, Cruz's primary focus lies in pursuing a successful career in music.

Harper Beckham

Harper Beckham, the youngest child of David and Victoria Beckham, was born on 10 July 2011. Her middle name, Seven, chosen by David Beckham, signifies spiritual perfection. According to him, the name was inspired by Victoria Beckham's favorite book, Harper Lee's To Kill A Mockingbird. Despite occasionally sharing pictures and videos of their daughter, the Beckhams remain highly protective of Harper's privacy. They have expressed concerns regarding the impact of social media on her and are actively ensuring that she grows up in a healthy environment. Surrounding her with the right individuals and encouraging open communication, the Beckhams strive to create a nurturing atmosphere for Harper.

David Edward Alan “Ted” Beckham

David Beckham frequently attributes his father, Ted, as his main muse. In numerous interviews and the documentary series Save Our Squad, Beckham discloses the heartwarming anecdote of how his father ingeniously crafted makeshift footballs from rolled-up socks for him to hone his skills. During Beckham's earlier years, Ted, his father, held a profession as an Essex heating engineer and appliance repairman.

Sandra Georgina West

In addition to David Beckham, Ted and Sandra, his wife, also had two daughters, Lynne and Joanne. Unfortunately, Ted and Sandra went through a divorce in 2002. However, Ted found love again and recently got married to Hilary Meredith, a law professor based in London, in 2021. Despite some disagreements between David and Ted over the years, primarily due to the footballer's career choices, the two of them have now reconciled and are on good terms.

Sandra Georgina West remains quite elusive, opting to lead a private life away from the public eye, as is evident in Netflix's BECKHAM. Nevertheless, it is established that she tied the knot with Ted Beckham in 1969 and pursued a career as a hairdresser in her younger days. Born to Peggy and Joesph West in 1949, Sandra is now 74 years old as of 2023.

Sources: One Demand Entertainment, Vogue Australia