Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz have reportedly hired Jenny Afia, the high-profile lawyer known for representing Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, in an attempt to manage their public image as tensions with the Beckham family continue to simmer.
The couple, who married in 2022, have kept their distance from several family events in recent months, including David Beckham’s high-profile 50th birthday celebration. Their absence has only intensified speculation about a rift between Nicola and Brooklyn’s parents, Victoria and David Beckham.
Reports suggest that tensions began during the couple’s wedding planning, when Nicola allegedly felt let down by Victoria. Speaking to Vanity Fair, Nicola previously revealed that Victoria’s fashion team said they were unable to make her bridal gown, prompting Nicola to opt for Valentino instead. That move reportedly caused hurt feelings behind the scenes.
Now, in a surprising twist, Brooklyn and Nicola have turned to solicitor Jenny Afia of Schillings—the same firm that supported the Duke and Duchess of Sussex through multiple media storms. A source told The Mail on Sunday that the couple are frustrated by persistent stories painting them in a negative light. “Nicola likes control,” the source said. “They’ve taken drastic steps to shift the narrative.”
Insiders close to the Beckhams are reportedly unimpressed. “The irony isn’t lost on the family,” a source added, referring to a past fallout between David and Victoria and the Sussexes over tabloid leaks. “Brooklyn knows the history.”
Despite ongoing tensions, Brooklyn appears to remain staunchly devoted to Nicola. In a recent social media post, he called her “my whole world” and declared, “I always choose you.”
While Nicola has been accused of being controlling by some insiders, others argue she is simply protecting her space. “She is not isolating him at all,” a friend insisted. “Brooklyn is free to do what he wants—they are each other’s family now.”
