Who Is Nicola Peltz Beckham? All About Brooklyn Peltz Beckham’s Wife

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I’ve noticed Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham aren’t following in David Beckham’s footsteps when it comes to football, and I think Nicola is a big part of that. It seems she’s helped him step away from that pressure and pursue his own path, and I totally respect that.

He addressed the growing tension with his parents, Victoria and David Beckham, in a series of Instagram posts on January 19th, firmly denying claims that his wife is controlling. The 26-year-old stated that, in fact, he’s been controlled by his parents for much of his life.

Being part of what he referred to as “Brand Beckham” – alongside his siblings Romeo, 23, Cruz, 20, and Harper, 14 – he felt his role as a former photographer meant he had to immediately stop what he was doing and participate in family photo opportunities, even if it interfered with his work commitments.

After being with the Transformers: Age of Extinction actress, now 31, for almost four years, he’s tired of having to do publicity and pretend everything is okay when it isn’t.

In a recent statement, David and Victoria expressed their desire for a private and peaceful life, free from media attention and unwanted influence. They hope to build a happy future for themselves and their family. Representatives for the couple have been contacted for further comment by TopMob News.

Now living comfortably with his wife in their $16 million Beverly Hills home, he firmly stated he has no desire to make amends with his family. He explained he’s asserting his independence and taking control of his own life for the first time.

According to the founder of Cloud 23 hot sauce, he’s finally free from the severe anxiety that plagued him for years. He shared, “I now wake up each morning thankful for the life I’ve built, and feel a sense of peace and calm.”

He’s found happiness with the actress he calls his “soulmate” – the woman who inspired him to promise he’d be a wonderful husband and father when they announced their engagement in 2020.

Who is Nicola Peltz Beckham?

Although Nicola didn’t come from a famous family like her future husband – whose parents are Victoria and David Beckham, of the Spice Girls and soccer fame – she still grew up in a successful and accomplished environment.

Nelson Peltz, who founded the investment firm Trian Fund Management and is estimated to be worth $1.6 billion according to Forbes, specializes in helping struggling companies become profitable. He currently serves as a director for Madison Square Garden Sports Corp and Unilever, and as non-executive chairman of Wendy’s.

Claudia Heffner Peltz began her career as a successful model, working with major brands like L’Oreal, Calvin Klein, Chanel, and Revlon. Later, she shifted her focus to raising her family and dedicating herself to charitable work through the Nelson and Claudia Peltz Family Foundation.

Nicola grew up in Westchester County, New York, with a large family – seven siblings, and two step-siblings from her father Nelson’s previous marriage to Cynthia Abrams. She insists her family never actively sought fame.

She told Grazia that hockey is a big part of her family – all her brothers play, and her parents aren’t fans of the Hollywood lifestyle.

Despite having siblings like actor Will Peltz, she’s always felt like the youngest child. As she told Interview Magazine in 2014, being the youngest sister surrounded by brothers helped her develop a strong personality.

What films has Nicola Peltz Beckham acted in?

Despite being a sporty girl who enjoyed hockey just like her brothers, she decided she wanted to pursue a different dream before finishing middle school.

She told Grazia that acting was the only class she genuinely loved in school. When a modeling audition unexpectedly led to a meeting with a manager in New York City, she said she ‘begged for the opportunity.’

Nicola explained that the person interviewing her quickly started asking if she had any experience – commercials, singing, dancing, anything at all. Nicola said she didn’t. It took a lot of convincing, but eventually she landed the role. She’s always loved acting, ever since she was a child, and feels it’s a natural fit for her.

After starting with a role at Manhattan Theatre Club, the actor appeared in several films, including The Last Airbender (2010), Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014), and Holidate (2020). They also played Bradley Martin in 14 episodes of the A&E series Bates Motel.

Nicola, known for writing, directing, and starring in the 2024 drama Lola, is now featured in The Beauty, the newest project from Ryan Murphy.

How did Nicola Peltz Beckham and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham meet?

To hear Brooklyn tell it, he knew immediately that he wanted Nicola to be his lover.

He first met her at Coachella in 2017, and even though they were both seeing other people at the time, he was immediately attracted to her. He told Glamour magazine last year that she was beautiful, but it was her kind and lively personality that really made an impression on him. Despite it being a brief encounter, he said he never forgot her.

The actress, who had previously been romantically connected to both Justin Bieber and Anwar Hadid, asked him for a favor: getting a friend invited to Leonardo DiCaprio’s Halloween party in 2019. She said he immediately agreed, and just two days later, they shared their first kiss – which is when their relationship truly started.

After she visited him in London, he flew back to New York with her, and realized he didn’t want to be apart from her ever again. He later said that trip was when he knew he wanted to be with her always.

Brooklyn Beckham proposed to Nicola Peltz in June 2020, but he recently told Glamour that he knew she was the one much earlier. He admitted he was ready to get married after only three months of dating. Having previously dated Chloë Grace Moretz on and off for four years, Brooklyn always envisioned a young marriage, and he felt certain Nicola was right for him.

When did Nicola Peltz Beckham and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham get married?

They almost got married in Las Vegas! Concerned about having a large wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic, the bride told Glamour they considered eloping, but friends and family convinced them not to.

Brooklyn said the ten minutes he spent waiting for his bride to walk down the aisle at her parents’ Florida estate felt like a lifetime, especially after being engaged for almost two years. But as soon as he saw her, he said, all his anticipation melted away.

Well, nearly everything. 

Brooklyn shared in a statement on January 19th that he’s still bothered by a dance with his mother, Victoria. He explained that she danced inappropriately with him in front of a crowd, leaving him feeling extremely uncomfortable and humiliated – more so than he’s ever felt in his life.

After their first wedding didn’t go as planned, they asked Nicola’s father to help them renew their vows at her family’s home in Westchester County in August 2025. They wanted to create happy new memories of their wedding day, replacing the previous feelings of stress and awkwardness, as he explained.

Is Nicola Peltz Beckham friends with Selena Gomez?

Brooklyn bonded easily with his wife’s friends, notably Selena Gomez. They first connected at the Academy Museum Gala in October 2022, and Nicola and Selena celebrated the new year together in 2023, both wearing Valentino dresses and sporting matching tattoos.

Brooklyn jokingly mentioned on the Jennifer Hudson Show in March that her partner refers to their relationship as a “throuple.” She described the other woman as a lovely and talented person, adding that she’s happy when her wife forms strong friendships and that they all get along well.

Although many famous people attended Selena Gomez’s wedding to Benny Blanco last September, Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz were not present.

It’s been particularly noticeable when the couple hasn’t attended family gatherings. Here’s a look back at how tensions first started to develop within the Beckham family.

While there was no official requirement, many people expected Nicola Peltz Beckham to wear a wedding dress designed by her future mother-in-law, Victoria Beckham, when she married Brooklyn Beckham in April 2022 at her family’s Palm Beach estate.

So when she didn’t, going with Valentino Couture instead… Bad blood alert!

Nicola remained silent about the issue for months, but eventually confirmed there wasn’t any conflict regarding a dress. She did mention being a little upset that she wouldn’t get to wear a custom-designed dress by Victoria Beckham.

In August 2022, Nicola told Variety that she had originally planned to wear a dress by this designer and was excited to do so. However, a few months later, the designer informed her that her workshop couldn’t fulfill the order, forcing Nicola to choose a different gown. Nicola clarified that the designer never forbade her from wearing the dress, and she never expressed unwillingness to wear it. The misunderstanding began there, and the media then exaggerated the situation.

Brooklyn said she’s realized people will always try to be negative or bring others down, but thankfully, everyone on the team gets along well.

Speaking to Grazia the following month, Nicola called the Beckhams “great in-laws.”

Okay, so Victoria finally addressed the wedding, which, honestly, I’ve been refreshing my feeds for days waiting for! And she called it “a beautiful wedding”! I know she’s usually super private and doesn’t react to gossip, but she had to acknowledge how amazing Romeo and Nicola’s day was, right? It’s just… everything about it was perfect, and I’m so glad she agrees!

“Seeing my son so happy is incredibly rewarding,” she shared on TODAY that October. “You can’t ask for anything more than that.”

Tom Cruise and all four of the Spice Girls attended Victoria Beckham’s lavish 50th birthday party on April 20, 2024, though her daughter-in-law was unable to make it.

Nicola shared on Instagram that she was visiting her grandmother, who sadly passed away less than a month later.

Nicola shared a birthday message for Victoria Beckham on Instagram, saying she was sad to miss the celebration but sending lots of love from her and her nanny. She also posted a sweet message on Victoria’s actual birthday, April 17th, with a photo of them together, expressing her love and joy in dancing with her.

Naunni’s death deeply affected Nicola, and many others shared their grief. Brooklyn posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, remembering Naunni’s joyful spirit and ability to bring laughter to everyone around her. They expressed how much they missed her and would love her always, and sadly reflected on the fact that their future children wouldn’t have the chance to know her. Brooklyn described Naunni as a truly special person who was missed every day.

In a June 2024 interview with InStyle, Brooklyn reflected on his upbringing – growing up with a famous footballer father and a Spice Girl mother – and said he had a very happy childhood.

He admitted things were busy, but added that he had wonderful parents and really enjoyed himself.

Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz spent some of the 2024 holidays with Nicola’s family, and photos shared by David Beckham and Victoria showed the entire Beckham family enjoying time together in the present, proving any past tensions are behind them.

Victoria shared a series of photos and expressed her joy at spending the holidays with her family, writing, ‘Being together for the holidays makes me so happy. I love you all so much!’ She also tagged each of her children and her daughter-in-law in the post.

It’s unclear why, but Brooklyn and Nicola weren’t in any of the pictures his parents shared from the party celebrating David’s 50th birthday in London in May 2025.

According to a source at TopMob News, the couple traveled to England, choosing to miss the Met Gala on May 5th, because they wanted to visit David and celebrate his birthday with him that week or weekend.

According to a source who spoke with People magazine, Brooklyn Beckham decided against going to David’s party because he didn’t want to encounter his brother Romeo’s girlfriend at the time, DJ Kim Turnbull. Turnbull had been increasingly present at family events, such as the Victoria Beckham show during Paris Fashion Week in March 2025, after Romeo and she began dating publicly in November 2024.

When someone on Instagram wondered why Brooklyn Beckham chose to be with Kim instead of attending his dad’s party, Cruz Beckham, Brooklyn’s younger brother, quickly responded that Brooklyn and Kim were never actually a couple.

TopMob News reported in June 2025 that Romeo and Kim have split up, suggesting a possible reconnection between Romeo and his brother might be a good idea.

The wedding is facing more drama, as the couple’s first dance didn’t go well and the reasons behind it are still a mystery.

According to a source who spoke with TopMob News in May 2025, Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz expected Marc Anthony to perform their first dance. However, Anthony instead announced Victoria Beckham, leaving Brooklyn feeling confused and put on the spot.

Nicola briefly left the wedding reception in tears, but she returned feeling composed and able to enjoy the rest of the celebration.

While the situation was upsetting, it didn’t stop David from being best man at Marc’s wedding to Nadia Ferreira in January 2023. However, it’s easy to see why Nadia might have been more affected by it.

According to a source, Brooklyn and Nicola have tried to build a relationship with his family over the years, but currently, they are not on good terms.

In a May 2025 Instagram post, Brooklyn affectionately called Nicola his “whole world,” adding a heartfelt message: “I always choose you, baby. You’re the most amazing person I know, and we’re meant to be together forever.”

When accusations arise, those accused usually hire lawyers. The recent story about Nicola crying at her wedding three years ago might be a sign of further issues surfacing.

Following reports that Brooklyn and Nicola Beckham have hired a lawyer who previously worked with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, a source confirmed to TopMob News that the couple does have legal representation, but it’s not related to managing their public image.

Instead, they’ve brought in Jenny Afi, a lawyer from the U.K. firm Schillings, to correct inaccuracies and fight the spread of false information.

Although the law firm represents the Sussexes – and had David and Victoria Beckham as wedding guests in 2018 – a source confirmed there’s no link between this situation and Meghan and Harry. The source emphasized that Schillings is a well-regarded firm that works with many different clients.

The source pointed out that this situation itself proved the value of having a lawyer – to correct false information and ensure the truth is known.

David received a knighthood in November 2025, but Brooklyn and Nicola didn’t say anything publicly about it. They also weren’t at the MLS Cup final in December 2025 when David’s team, Inter Miami CF, won—only Victoria, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper were there to celebrate.

In late December 2025, after fans realized David and Victoria Beckham weren’t following Brooklyn on Instagram, their son Cruz quickly dismissed rumors that his parents had blocked him on social media.

He denied the claims on Instagram Stories, stating, “My parents would never unfollow me.” He clarified that his parents and he were all blocked, meaning they woke up unable to see each other’s accounts.

Brooklyn Beckham chose to spend Christmas 2025 with his wife Nicola’s family, including her parents Claudia Heffner Peltz and Nelson Peltz, rather than joining his own family. His younger brother, Cruz, stayed home with their parents for the holidays.

David recently shared a look back at 2025, posting photos with his family and friends. Interestingly, none of the pictures included his oldest son or his son’s wife, Nicola, adding fuel to ongoing rumors of a family disagreement.

An hour later, David posted old photos of himself with each of his and Victoria’s children, sharing a sweet message with a black-and-white picture of Brooklyn: “I love you all so much.”

In January 2026, Brooklyn posted a detailed message on Instagram explaining his difficult relationship with his family.

He stated he doesn’t want to make amends with his family. He explained he’s asserting his independence and finally taking a stand for what he believes in.

In a recent post, Brooklyn accused his parents of manipulating media coverage about their family, prioritizing the “Beckham brand” over everything else, and actively attempting to sabotage his relationship with Nicola.

He mentioned he struggled with anxiety as a child, but says he now feels peaceful and relieved since creating distance from his family.

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