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The Sun
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Elton John says his piece to godson Brooklyn Beckham at swanky lunch with Nicola Peltz as family feud escalates
HE famously penned The Bitch Is Back - and certainly Sir Elton John has loved nothing more than a cat fight in days gone by. But three months on from patching up his long-running feud with Madonna, it seems the veteran superstar is a reformed character. 9 9 9 9 His latest peacemaking efforts? Patching up the increasingly acrimonious family row tearing the Beckham clan apart. In his role as Brooklyn 's beloved godfather, the 78-year-old singer is fast becoming something of a showbusiness diplomat, The Sun can reveal - helping Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola, patch things up with his good pals David and Victoria. Alongside husband David Furnish, Elton treated the young couple to a slap-up lunch at one of Cannes 's trendiest beach clubs. Here, I'm told, the quartet 'briefly' touched on the family feud before sticking to more neutral territory. 'Elton is the showbiz equivalent of Switzerland,' says a source. 'He's utterly neutral in this row. '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. '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. "He wants to look after them in his role as 'spiritual adviser' as a godfather, it's a role he takes seriously. 'Elton and David think the situation is terribly sad, and has gently suggested to all involved that life is short - to patch things up. David and Victoria Beckham's agony as family feud explodes into WW3 and pals say 'Brooklyn has totally cut them off' 'They had a really fun long lunch in the South of France, where Elton and David have a beautiful villa, and besides a very brief chat on the subject that dare rear its name, they discussed loads of other, much more light-hearted matters. 'Just wants peace' 'Elton has said his bit - he is adamant he doesn't want to stick his nose in and p*** off either party. He just wants peace.' Whilst teetotal Elton stuck to sparkling mineral water, Brooklyn sunk beers and the US actress, 30, stuck to Aperol Spritz at La Guerite beach club. Dining on seafood - the restaurant's signature lobster linguine comes in at an eye-watering £190 - generous Elton is understood to have picked up the entire tab for the party of six. At present, peace still seems a long way off - although all parties, clearly, are 'sick' of the animosity, adds an insider. However, in October Victoria's long-awaited Netflix documentary is due for release. It is understood she will not touch on the feud - although she has promised there will be 'tears' in the four-parter. Nicola and Brooklyn will not feature - but that is because no scenes were filmed with them. Victoria and her team are currently in the edit suite, finessing the series. 9 9 9 9 A source added: ' The children hardly feature - it's simply not a case of Brooklyn and Nicola being cut, as they weren't in it to start with. 'This is very much a project focussing on Victoria's transaction from pop star to businesswoman and designer.' I'm told, however, that Victoria comes across 'brilliantly' - continuing from her scene-stealing one-liners in her husband's own four-parter. It will showcase her transition from Spice Girl to one of the world's most revered fashion designers, against the backdrop of early naysayers. Fittingly, one of Brooklyn and Nicola's last public sightings alongside Posh n Becks came back in May 2023. The foursome enjoyed a no expense spared night out in a box At London 's O2 for the star's final gig of his retirement tour, one hosted by the former England captain. In March the multi- Grammy winner famously made-up with his frenemy, Madonna, after a row spanning two decades. After repeatedly accusing the American singer of lip-syncing, the pair patched up their differences when she went down to confront him following an appearance on SNL. She later took to Instagram with a photo of the duo, revealing they had kissed and made up. To which Elton thanked Madonna for "forgiving me and my big mouth". The singer added he was not proud of what he had said over the years, adding: "I'm increasingly distressed by all the divisiveness in our world at the moment," he said in a comment on her Instagram post. "By pulling together, I'm hopeful that we can make great things happen for those who really need support, and have a lot of fun doing it." 9 The Beckham Family Feud April 2022: Brooklyn marries Nicola Peltz. Wedding Dress Controversy: Rumours begin circulating that there's tension between Nicola and Victoria Beckham after Nicola chooses not to wear a Victoria Beckham-designed wedding gown. Nicola later clarifies in August 2022 (and again in March 2023) that Victoria's atelier couldn't make the dress in time, but reports in May 2025 suggest Victoria actually changed her mind about making the dress. Post-Wedding (2022 onwards): Minimal interaction between Nicola and Victoria on social media, and noticeable absence of Nicola at key Beckham family events. Alleged Wedding "Hijack": In May 2025, a source claimed Victoria "ruined" part of the wedding by allegedly hijacking a dance with Marc Anthony, which was meant for Brooklyn and Nicola. Nicola reportedly ran from the room crying. March 2025: A resurfaced TikTok of Romeo and Cruz mimicking a "baby voice" (which fans associate with Nicola) sparks speculation of sibling shade. April 2025: Brooklyn and Nicola are reportedly absent from Victoria Beckham's 51st birthday celebrations in Miami and her Paris Fashion Week show. May 2025: David Beckham's 50th Birthday Snub: Brooklyn and Nicola are notably absent from David Beckham's 50th birthday celebrations in London, despite being invited. Reports suggest their absence was due to Brooklyn not wanting to be in the same room as Kim Turnbull, the girlfriend of Romeo who had previously been reported to have been dating Brooklyn, who David allegedly opted to have at the party over Nicola. Rumours emerge of a falling out between Brooklyn and his younger brother Romeo, reportedly due to Romeo's new girlfriend, DJ Kim Turnbull, who allegedly had a past connection with Brooklyn. Reports surface that the Beckham parents are "hurt and disappointed" that Brooklyn is "playing no part in family life." Sources claim that tensions between Brooklyn and Nicola and his parents are "definitely not beyond repair." June 2025: Brooklyn and Nicola reportedly enlist a "crisis team" similar to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for "reputation management" due to the growing media scrutiny. Cruz Beckham posts cryptic lyrics on Instagram that some interpret as a swipe at Brooklyn. July 2025: Reports indicate David and Victoria are "desperate" to reconcile with Brooklyn. Brooklyn publicly wishes his sister Harper a happy 14th birthday on Instagram, tagging Nicola, which is seen as a potential "olive branch" and a rare public message to his family amid the rumored rift. Brooklyn UNFOLLOWS his brothers Romeo and Cruz just 24 hours after his birthday message to Harper. Nicola quickly follows suit and also ditches the Beckham bros from her Instagram following. Romeo and Cruz are now also no longer following Brooklyn.
Gulf Today
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
David Beckham left with bald patch after ‘terrible' hair accident
David Beckham has been left with a misshapen bald patch after he tried to cut his own hair at home. The 50-year-old, known for his trendsetting looks, attempted to hide the damage, which he said was caused by the clipper of his hair trimmer falling off while he was shaving. His wife Victoria playfully mocked him for the blunder as she shared the aftermath on her Instagram page on Sunday (20 July). 'You tried to cut your hair but what have you done?' she asked as David is seen covering the spot with his hands, before revealing a clearly triangular-shaped patch on his characteristic buzz cut. Victoria laughed at the reveal, to which David replied: 'It's not funny. The clipper head fell off.' 'The hours of content that the kids have got from this,' she continued. 'It does not look good. I'm going to always be honest with you – it looks terrible.' The former England footballer is known for his much-imitated hairstyles throughout the years, including his divisive blond mohawk, but his buzzcut is widely considered the most iconic and popular of his looks. He adopted the look in the early 2000s. 'I had a hairdresser at the time called Tyler. I said to him: 'I'm gonna cut my hair' and he was like: 'Are you sure? You really want to do that?'' he recalled in an episode of the family's Netflix series, Beckham, in 2023. He was confronted by his Manchester United Coach Sir Alex Ferguson about the decision to chop off his blond hair: 'And [Ferguson] said: 'David, take the cap off,' and I said no,'' he continued. Ferguson then called the athlete out for his 'stubbornness' at the time, before adding: 'And then I said: 'Oh well.'' However, according to Beckham, he didn't shave his head for the sake of publicity. 'I never did it to create attention. I'm not that person.' James Clarke, a Manchester paparazzi member, recalled some of the reactions to Beckham cutting his blond hair at the time. 'When David Beckham shaved his head, I honestly thought a member of my family had died. Because my phone went off,' he said. 'The panic in people's voices that this... We haven't got it documented yet.' The Independent
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Toddler stung to death by swarm of wasps as brave dad tried to save him
Two-year-old Narathip was playing with friends in Thailand when the deadly insects struck — he died in hospital of a severe allergic reaction while his dad is fighting for his life A two-year-old boy tragically lost his life after being attacked by a swarm of aggressive wasps while playing with friends in northeastern Thailand. The toddler, Narathip, also known as Akhin, was cycling with other children near an old rice mill when they were suddenly set upon by the territorial insects in Nakhon Ratchasima on Saturday. While the other kids managed to escape, Narathip was unable to make it too far due to his short legs and tumbled from his bike as the wasps relentlessly attacked him. His playmates quickly sought help, leading his father to the horrific scene. The determined dad braved the stinging swarm to rescue his son, enduring numerous painful stings himself. Despite being rushed to Bua Yai Hospital, the toddler devastatingly succumbed to his injuries six hours later. Medical professionals stated that he suffered a severe allergic reaction, which led to a rapid heart rate, acute kidney failure, and ultimately "cardiac system failure". The boy's father is currently in a critical condition following the ordeal, reports the Daily Star. Following the tragedy, local officials coordinated with exterminators to incinerate the wasp nest, found hanging beneath a metal structure in the rice mill's yard. Pitakpong Sirisak, a Provincial Council member, commented on the aftermath: "Since the incident, I've received more than 10 calls to destroy wasp nests and we've already coordinated with rescuers to remove four of them. I urge residents to carefully check their homes as well as nearby trees and electric poles for wasp nests. "If you spot a newly made nest, destroy it right away. But if it's already fully developed, don't risk it and just report it to the authorities for safe removal." Wasp stings can prove deadly, particularly for those who are allergic, with fatalities typically occurring due to anaphylactic shock — a severe, swift allergic response that can trigger airway swelling and cardiac arrest. Even in non-allergic individuals, multiple stings from hostile species can result in toxic reactions and organ failure. Previously, there was the harrowing case of two-year-old Beckham Reed, who was left battling for his life in hospital following a similar wasp assault. The toddler was playing with his cousins on an electric toy when he disturbed a nest of yellowjackets, which "swarmed him head to toe". His parents Mariah and Peyton rushed him to hospital, where medics administered morphine and Benadryl before discharging him home. Less than 24 hours later, Beckham's skin began turning yellow, forcing his frantic parents to race back to the hospital. Medical staff at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick swiftly recognised that Beckham was experiencing multi-organ failure. He was immediately transferred to the ICU at Memorial Savannah. Upon arrival at intensive care, Beckham required dialysis, ventilator assistance and crucial IV medications to allow his body to recover and eliminate the toxins. "Due to his age and size and the amount of stings he had, his little body was unable to handle the amount of toxins in his body," Tiffany Hewatt penned on a GoFundMe page. It's believed that Beckham was released from hospital in mid-July following a challenging recovery period.
Sky News AU
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
'Disgusting' - Brooklyn Beckham shocks followers by using seawater to cook pasta in social media post
Brookyln Beckham has left his fans disgusted after he uploaded an Instagram video of himself cooking pasta using sea water. The son of former England captain David Beckham was on a yacht promoting his hot sauce brand Cloud 23 when fans noticed him putting a pan into the sea and then using that to cook the pasta. Brooklyn, 26, shared a glimpse of the industrial kitchen that's onboard the spacious yacht, which could be seen in the background of his video. Commentators on Instagram were not happy. One said 'Did he make the pasta with the pool water?' Another said ''Obviously, cooking pasta in sea water where there are boats that dump diesel into the sea and abounds is not really the best alternative you could have chosen.' 'When you are sat on the toilet for the 4th time in 30 minutes you will realise that the source where you got the water from wasn't the wisest of moves,' wrote another commenter. Some of the comments were positive, with one commenting 'Nice work! I see you're cooking on a yacht too. Nice one!' Another said: 'Love your cooking tips with cloud Brooklyn xx.' The Instagram post comes amid turmoil in the Beckham household, with the Beckham's son swapping the UK for America with his partner. The couple, who wed in April 2022, are part of an escalating rift with his parents David and Victoria Beckham. Last week, it was revealed that Brooklyn's Instagram account no longer follows his younger brothers Cruz, 20, and Romeo, 22. Brooklyn's friends told MailOnline on Friday that Cruz and Romeo have blocked Brooklyn on the social media platform. Brooklyn is still following his parents Victoria, 51 and David, 50.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
‘What have you done?' – Victoria Beckham says David's hair ‘looks terrible' after DIY haircut leaves bald patch
The 50-year-old, known for his trendsetting looks, attempted to hide the damage, which he said was caused by the clipper of his hair trimmer falling off while he was shaving. His wife Victoria playfully mocked him for the blunder as she shared the aftermath on her Instagram page on Sunday. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Please review your details and accept them to load the content 'You tried to cut your hair but what have you done?' she asked as David is seen covering the spot with his hands, before revealing a clearly triangular-shaped patch on his characteristic buzz cut. Victoria laughed at the reveal, to which David replied: 'It's not funny. The clipper head fell off.' 'The hours of content that the kids have got from this,' she continued. 'It does not look good. I'm going to always be honest with you – it looks terrible.' The former England footballer is known for his much-imitated hairstyles throughout the years, including his divisive blond mohawk, but his buzzcut is widely considered the most iconic and popular of his looks. He adopted the look in the early 2000s. 'I had a hairdresser at the time called Tyler. I said to him: 'I'm gonna cut my hair' and he was like: 'Are you sure? You really want to do that?'' he recalled in an episode of the family's Netflix series, Beckham, in 2023. He was confronted by his Manchester United Coach Sir Alex Ferguson about the decision to chop off his blond hair: 'And [Ferguson] said: 'David, take the cap off,' and I said no,'' he continued. Ferguson then called the athlete out for his 'stubbornness' at the time, before adding: 'And then I said: 'Oh well.'' However, according to Beckham, he didn't shave his head for the sake of publicity. 'I never did it to create attention. I'm not that person.' During a 2000 game between Leicester City and Manchester United, Beckham went on to debut his new look, with the sports commentators noting that 'the blonde locks have gone' and that 'the sight ... will take a bit of getting used to'. James Clarke, a Manchester paparazzi member, recalled some of the reactions to Beckham cutting his blond hair at the time. 'When David Beckham shaved his head, I honestly thought a member of my family had died. Because my phone went off,' he said. 'The panic in people's voices that this… We haven't got it documented yet.'
