A source close to the Beckham family is pushing back against claims that Brooklyn Beckham’s parents control the rights to his name.
The 26-year-old Brooklynite sparked new controversy on January 19 when he shared a lengthy Instagram Stories statement accusing his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of trying to pressure and “bribe” him into giving up the rights to his name ahead of his 2022 wedding to Nicola Peltz Beckham.
His comments subsequently led to new criticism The times reported that Victoria owns trademarks for the names of all four of her children.
Now a source has called the situation a “misunderstanding,” tellingly People that the declarations are misinterpreted.
According to the insider, Victoria registered the trademarks when her children were minors and could not legally do so themselves. Now that Brooklyn, Romeo, 23, and Cruz, 20, are adults, they own and manage their respective trademarks independently.
Brooklyn, the source added, oversees its name and brand with its own professional team.
The trademarks were first registered in 2016 and cover a wide range of potential commercial applications, from fashion and beauty products to music and accessories. Although Victoria’s name appears in the original documents, the source insists this was a standard legal step taken for the benefit of minor children, and not an attempt to maintain long-term control.
In his statement, Brooklyn claimed that his refusal to sign documents before his wedding permanently damaged his relationship with his parents, claiming that financial interests and the “Beckham brand” took precedence over family ties.
David and Victoria did not directly address the allegations. Yet another source said earlier People that the Beckhams are devastated by the rift and remain hopeful for reconciliation.
