Elton John holds 'crisis talks' with Brooklyn Beckham amid ongoing family feud
There's been a further development in the ongoing Beckham feud, as Sir Elton John has allegedly stepped in to try and mend the family rift. Brooklyn became has became somewhat estranged from his parents, David and Victoria, in recent months.
And now Brooklyn's godfather Sir Elton is reportedly keen to mend bridges between the family. The legendary musician, 78, recently welcomed him and wife Nicola Peltz for lunch in Cannes alongside husband David Furnish.
The meeting took place at the La Guerite beach club, where it was said they discussed the fractured family relationships according to reports in the Mirror. "Elton is the showbiz equivalent of Switzerland," a source revealed regarding Elton's efforts. "He's utterly neutral in this row."
Although Elton was previously notoriously known for spats, including his infamous one with Madonna in prior years, those around him have suggested he is now laser focused on providing more peaceful surrounds.
"Elton of old may have relished in taking sides - in this case his young godson, Brooklyn, but two years off his 80th birthday, he's a man who has seen and done it all. He just wants everyone to be happy," the insider divulged.
The source added in discussion with The Sun: "There is no side-taking as such, he simply adores his godson, and really has a laugh with Nicola who he thinks has a great sense of humour."
Elton John is said to take his role as godfather seriously, with the insider noting, "He wants to look after them in his role as 'spiritual adviser' as a godfather."
"Elton and David think the situation is terribly sad, and has gently suggested to all involved that life is short and to patch things up," they added.
Although the ongoing family feud was a hot topic, it wasn't the main discussion over lunch. According to insiders, the group "had a really fun long lunch" in the South of France.
Elton and his husband David hosted the gathering at their stunning villa, where Brooklyn and Nicola reportedly engaged in lighter conversation topics after briefly discussing his current family situation.
While Elton stuck to sparkling water, Brooklyn enjoyed several beers and his wife Nicola opted for an Aperol Spritz. The couple reportedly feasted on seafood, including La Guerite's signature lobster linguine, which comes with a hefty price tag of £190.
Elton generously picked up the tab for the six-person meal. This gathering comes amid rumours of increasing tension and distance between Brooklyn and his family, particularly his parents, David and Victoria and his brothers Romeo and Cruz.
It comes after Brooklyn has been missing from key family events in recent months, including David's 50th birthday celebrations and he also remained silent on Father's Day, also appearing to snub his dad's knighthood.
There has also been some social media activity hinting at troubled waters, after Romeo, 22, and younger brother Cruz were said to have unfollowed the oldest Beckham brother, hinting towards escalating tentions in the clan.
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