Brooklyn Beckham Praises Mother-in-Law as Beckham Family Celebrates Mother's Day

While the Beckhams honored Victoria Beckham, Brooklyn celebrated his wife Nicola Peltz's mom Claudia Heffner Peltz instead.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 4:53pm

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Brooklyn Beckham shared a gushing message about his mother-in-law, Claudia Heffner Peltz, on Mother's Day, while the Beckham family honored Victoria Beckham. Brooklyn, who lives in Los Angeles with his wife Nicola Peltz, posted a late birthday message for Claudia, calling her "the best mother in law." This comes amid Brooklyn's reported estrangement from his own family.

Why it matters

Brooklyn's public praise of his mother-in-law over his own mother highlights the reported rift between Brooklyn and the Beckham family, which he has previously addressed in a scathing social media post alleging various issues with his parents, including his mother's "inappropriate" behavior at his wedding.

The details

While the Beckhams, including David and their daughter Harper, paid tribute to Victoria Beckham on Mother's Day in the UK, Brooklyn instead celebrated his wife Nicola Peltz's mother, Claudia Heffner Peltz. Brooklyn posted a late birthday message for Claudia, calling her "the best mother in law" and saying he "loves u so much." Brooklyn and Nicola had previously celebrated Claudia's 71st birthday in March with balloons and flowers.

  • Brooklyn's Mother's Day message for Claudia Heffner Peltz was posted in the early hours of March 15, 2026, which was during the evening on March 14, 2026 in the US.
  • Claudia Heffner Peltz's 71st birthday was on March 12, 2026.

The players

Brooklyn Beckham

The son of David and Victoria Beckham, who is married to Nicola Peltz and lives in Los Angeles.

Claudia Heffner Peltz

Nicola Peltz's mother, who Brooklyn Beckham praised as "the best mother in law."

Victoria Beckham

Brooklyn Beckham's mother, who the Beckham family honored on Mother's Day in the UK.

David Beckham

Brooklyn Beckham's father, who led the Beckham family's Mother's Day tributes to Victoria Beckham.

Harper Beckham

The Beckhams' youngest child, who paid tribute to her mother Victoria Beckham on Mother's Day.

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What they’re saying

“Happy birthday to the best mother in law x. Love u so much and hope u had the most amazing day.”

— Brooklyn Beckham

“I'm so happy I got to spend your special day with you. I love celebrating you - your light is so bright you make everything better in this world.”

— Nicola Peltz

“You are an inspiration in all the ways a mum should be to our 4 amazing children. We love you so much and I'm so thankful for the family we have created. Have a special Mother's Day because if there's one person that deserves it it's you.”

— David Beckham

“Thank you for always being there for me, supporting me, and putting up with me even on my worst days. I don't say it enough, but I'm really grateful for everything you do for me every single day. I love you so much and hope you have the best day because you deserve it.”

— Harper Beckham

The takeaway

Brooklyn Beckham's public praise of his mother-in-law over his own mother on Mother's Day highlights the reported rift between Brooklyn and the Beckham family, which he has previously addressed in a scathing social media post alleging various issues with his parents, including his mother's "inappropriate" behavior at his wedding.