TODAY’S PAPER | January 25, 2026 | EPAPER

Victoria Beckham steps out for Emma Bunton’s 50th birthday amid Beckham family feud

"I love you girls so much," Victoria writes for the Spice Girls


Pop Culture & Art January 25, 2026 1 min read
Photo: Instagram @victoriabeckham

Victoria Beckham attended fellow Spice Girl Emma Bunton’s 50th birthday party in the Cotswolds, England, on Saturday, Jan. 24, marking a rare public appearance amid ongoing family tension. Beckham reunited with bandmates Melanie “Mel C” Chisholm and Geri Halliwell‑Horner to celebrate Bunton’s milestone, while Melanie “Mel B” Brown was notably absent.

Beckham, 51, shared photos from the celebration on Instagram, writing, “Happy birthday to the most beautiful soul … I love you girls so much,” highlighting the strong bonds she continues to hold with her former bandmates. Her husband, David Beckham, commented on the post, expressing how happy the moment made him.

The reunion came just days after Beckham’s eldest son, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, publicly addressed an estrangement from his parents in a social media message, alleging in part that members of the family had tried to undermine his marriage and exert control over his personal life. Brooklyn wrote that he no longer wants to reconcile with his family, a development that has been widely discussed in the media.

Despite the ongoing family drama, Victoria Beckham appeared to focus on celebrating friendships and supportive relationships. While she and David Beckham have made occasional public appearances since Brooklyn’s statement, this high-profile event — alongside a near-Spice Girls reunion — drew attention as a moment of solidarity with long‑time friends and collaborators.

The party, held in the scenic English countryside, reflected a festive spirit as Bunton marked her 50th birthday with laughter, shared memories and group photos, even as the Beckham family’s private conflict continues to play out in public.

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