The crumbling façade of "Brand Beckham" has officially turned into a spectator sport. Just days after Brooklyn Beckham dropped a "nuclear" manifesto on Instagram accusing his parents of sabotage, the family drama has taken a shocking new turn. On Sunday, January 25, 2026, hawk-eyed fans spotted Cruz Beckham—previously the family's peacemaker—"liking" a viral video that brutally mocks his mother Victoria Beckham's controversial behavior at Brooklyn's 2022 wedding. The subtle social media gesture has confirmed what many suspected: the rift between the Beckham children and their parents is far deeper, and nastier, than anyone realized.

The "Like" Heard Round the World

For days, the narrative has been dominated by Brooklyn’s explosive allegations, but Cruz Beckham's involvement marks a pivotal shift. Until now, the 20-year-old aspiring musician had largely stayed on the sidelines, even posting a "NOT TRUE" rebuttal earlier this month regarding rumors that his parents had unfollowed Brooklyn. That loyalty appears to have evaporated overnight.

The post in question is a viral TikTok skit parodying the now-infamous "hijacked" first dance. The video, which has racked up millions of views, features a creator reenacting the moment Victoria Beckham allegedly took the floor with her son while the bride, Nicola Peltz, was left in tears. By tapping "like" on a clip that paints his mother as an attention-seeking villain, Cruz has effectively publicly sided with his estranged brother, sending a clear message that the family's younger generation is uniting against the elder Beckhams.

The "Hijacked" Dance: What Really Happened?

To understand the weight of Cruz's betrayal, one must look at the incident that started it all. In his January 19 Instagram statement, Brooklyn detailed a humiliating scene from his April 2022 nuptials that he claims "ruined" the night. According to the 26-year-old, the couple had planned a romantic first dance to a love song performed live by Marc Anthony.

However, Brooklyn alleges that the moment was hijacked when Anthony called Victoria to the stage, introducing her as "the most beautiful woman in the room." Instead of stepping back, Victoria reportedly danced "very inappropriately" with her son in front of 500 stunned guests. "I've never felt more uncomfortable or humiliated in my entire life," Brooklyn wrote, claiming the incident caused Nicola to flee the room crying. The viral video Cruz liked specifically satirizes this "mother-son" moment, framing it as a cringeworthy display of boundary-crossing narcissism.

Brooklyn’s "Nuclear" Allegations

The dance was just one chapter in Brooklyn's scorching six-part Instagram manifesto. Breaking years of relative silence, the eldest Beckham son accused David and Victoria Beckham of "trying endlessly to ruin" his marriage. His claims painted a picture of controlling parents who manipulated the press to protect their image at the expense of his happiness.

Among the most damaging accusations was the confirmation of the long-rumored "dress drama." Brooklyn alleged that Victoria canceled the design of Nicola's wedding dress "in the eleventh hour," forcing the bride to scramble for a Valentino gown. He also revealed that he and Nicola were pressured to sign away name rights and that his parents refused to sit near Nicola's family during the reception. "I do not want to reconcile with my family," Brooklyn declared, stating he is "standing up for myself for the first time in my life."

A Timeline of Snubs and Estrangement

While the feud has just now exploded into the public sphere, the cracks in the Beckham dynasty have been widening for nearly a year. The estrangement became undeniable in 2025, a year marked by conspicuous absences. Brooklyn and Nicola were notably missing from David's 50th birthday celebrations in London last May—a milestone event attended by the rest of the clan.

The distance grew further in August 2025, when Brooklyn and Nicola renewed their vows in a private ceremony that notably excluded David and Victoria. By the time the couple skipped the premiere of Victoria's Netflix documentary later that fall, the "feud" was an open secret in celebrity circles. Now, with Cruz publicly validating the mockery of his mother, the possibility of a family reunion seems more remote than ever. As "Brand Beckham" faces its greatest PR crisis to date, the world is watching a real-time lesson in the limits of family loyalty.