Brooklyn Beckham, 27, recently displayed his tattooed torso on social media after a run, a move that appears to echo his father David Beckham's own body art and presence. Despite a reported estrangement from his parents, the aspiring chef's tattoos, which span his chest and arms, bear a striking resemblance to those of the former footballer.
Historically, Brooklyn Beckham has sported multiple tattoos inspired by his father. His first tattoo, a Native American chief on his forearm, was explicitly stated to be a tribute to David. Other homages included a cherub on his chest, mirroring one of his father's well-known designs, and a large anchor tattoo on his upper right arm bearing the word 'Dad,' along with the year '1975' in reference to David Beckham's birth year.
However, recent observations suggest a shift in these tributes. The word 'Dad' on the anchor tattoo appears to be partially covered with abstract shapes and a star. Additionally, the '1975' tattoo referencing David's birth year is no longer clearly visible. The phrase 'love you Bust,' a nickname David gave him as a child, also seems faded and less prominent, potentially altered through laser treatment.
These developments come amidst reports of a growing distance between Brooklyn and his parents. He and his wife, Nicola Peltz, recently returned to New York after spending time in the South of France with Elton John. This trip occurred shortly after they were in St. Tropez, where they were seen dining out, days before David and Victoria Beckham were photographed in the same resort town.
For the second consecutive year, Brooklyn Beckham has not joined the Beckham family's annual summer yacht excursion, signaling a continued divergence from family traditions and potentially indicating the depth of the rift.
In addition to his tattoos, Beckham's recent social media posts have also featured his wine collection, including expensive BOND Pluribus bottles, and his own hot sauce brand, Cloud 9. He also shared images of his dog and a statue in his home.