The recent statement issued by Brooklyn Peltz Beckham about his strained relationship with his parents, Sir David and Lady Victoria Beckham, has attracted significant media attention. For years, the public has speculated about why Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, have been noticeably absent from Beckham family posts and major events, including David’s 50th birthday celebration and his knighthood ceremony at Windsor Castle in November 2025.
Brooklyn’s new statement appears to go further than previous reports suggesting he preferred contact through solicitors. This time, he has opted to publicly address the situation and share his side of the story. In his Instagram story, he alleges:
- His parents and their representatives have briefed the press
- False information has been published about him
- He does not wish to reconcile with his parents
- His parents attempted to interfere with his wedding
- His mother hijacked his first dance with his wife
- He was pressured or bribed to sign away rights to his name before the ceremony
Below, Melissa Jones, Senior Associate, considers what options an adult child has to protect themselves from alleged harassment by their parents.
Protection from harassment
Although Brooklyn is an adult and free to speak publicly about his experiences, the question arises: if the behaviour he describes continues, does he have any legal remedies available to him?
Non‑Molestation Order.
One option may be applying for a Non‑Molestation Order.
Who can apply?
Under section 63(3) of the Family Law Act 1996, Brooklyn could only apply for a Non‑Molestation Order if his parents qualify as ‘associated persons’. This requirement is easily met, as the legislation includes relatives, such as parents, in‑laws and relatives of half‑blood, within the definition.
What restrictions could he seek?
Due to the issues that Brooklyn has described, he could apply to limit his parents communication with him, including:
- Contact through social media
- Posts about him (including tagging him)
- Telephone calls
- Emails
- Direct messages or correspondence
To succeed, he would need to provide evidence and prove that their behaviour amounts to “abusive behaviour”, which can include:
- Physical or sexual abuse
- Violent or threatening behaviour
- Controlling or coercive conduct
- Economic abuse
- Psychological or emotional abuse
Although it is possible to request that his parents be prohibited from attending his home or approaching him, this is usually more relevant in cases where parties live near one another or maintain ongoing physical contact. This is not the case here and essentially Brooklyn is avoiding coming into contact with them of his own accord.
How long could an order last?
If the court made a Non Molestation order then it must have a fixed end date, which is usually between 6- 12 months.
Would a Non- Molestation Order help?
Brooklyn has reportedly already blocked his parents on social media, which limits their ability to make direct contact. A court order may therefore offer limited protection from him aside from him have an enforceable order. However, an order could still help with managing anxiety or preventing unwanted direct communication.
It is important to note that neither the court nor Brooklyn can prevent the general public from commenting on posts about the Beckham family. As they are a very popular and public family online, then even unrelated posts can spark comments about Brooklyn, which he has no control over, and neither does the court.
Risks of Brookly’s public statement
The potential downside to Brooklyn’s public statement against his parents is that this is now in the public arena and he has made very damning claims against his parents. This could equally lead to legal routes being taken by them, such as:
(i) Seeking an injunction against him or
(ii) using his public comments against him to argue that he does not need protection, since he appears willing to engage publicly on these issues.
Mediation- end it like Beckham!
If appropriate and safe to do so, both parties could engage in mediation sessions; however this is unusual where allegations or harassment and intimidation have been raised but it remains and an option open to the Beckhams.
Early legal advice is essential
For anyone experiencing harassment, whether from a parent, partner, or former partner, early legal advice is key. If you or someone you know is affected by the issues raised in this article, our team can provide expert, compassionate legal advice. We are here to help you achieve the best possible outcome.
Please get in touch with the team at McAlister Family law.
