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Brooklyn Beckham unfollows Gordon Ramsay after his comments on the family feud

Brooklyn Beckham unfollowed Gordon Ramsay after the chef spoke publicly about family tensions involving Nicola Peltz


Pop Culture & Art February 16, 2026 1 min read

Brooklyn Beckham has made a pointed social media move after comments from longtime family friend Gordon Ramsay drew fresh attention to tensions within the Beckham household. The eldest son of David Beckham and Victoria Beckham has unfollowed Ramsay on Instagram, signalling a clear distancing after the chef addressed the ongoing family rift in recent remarks.

Ramsay, who has been close to the Beckham family for years, spoke openly about the situation on Friday while insisting that his relationship with Brooklyn remained intact. He described their bond as solid and expressed affection for him, while also suggesting that Brooklyn’s intense focus on his marriage to Nicola Peltz had contributed to strain with his parents. According to Ramsay, it was only a matter of time before Brooklyn would fully appreciate what his family means to him.

Despite those conciliatory words, Brooklyn’s decision to unfollow Ramsay has been widely interpreted as a response to what he views as unwanted commentary. Sources close to the families have suggested that Brooklyn and Nicola are keen to avoid criticism of any kind, particularly when it comes from people within their extended circle. While Brooklyn has not blocked Ramsay outright, the unfollow has been read as a deliberate line being drawn.

The move comes against the backdrop of an already tense period for the Beckham family. Earlier this month, Brooklyn released a statement in which he accused his parents of mistreating his wife, claims that sent shockwaves through celebrity circles. Among the most explosive allegations was his assertion that his mother behaved inappropriately towards him during his 2022 wedding, a claim that was met with disbelief and discomfort by many observers.

Ramsay’s comments appeared to urge patience and perspective, framing Brooklyn’s current stance as part of a phase driven by love and infatuation. He likened it to getting caught up on a rollercoaster, suggesting that clarity would eventually follow. However, even this measured tone has not prevented Brooklyn from stepping back publicly.

The Instagram unfollow has added another visible layer to a feud that has largely played out through statements, interviews and subtle online signals rather than direct confrontation. For a family as accustomed to public attention as the Beckhams, such gestures carry weight, especially when they involve someone as closely associated with them as Ramsay.

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