Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Host Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Amid Beckham Family Drama

Thursday, May 16, 2025 – California: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently hosted Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz at their home in Montecito, California, during a time of growing tension in the Beckham family.

Sources say the dinner was arranged before the latest family fallout became public. Meghan is believed to feel sympathy for Nicola because both women have faced family struggles and public pressure. Both have been called out in the media as the reason for their husbands’ distance from their families.

One insider told The Sun, “Meghan and Nicola had a deep conversation. They both understand how hard it is to be blamed for breaking families apart.”

Dinner Invite in Question

However, another report suggests that Harry and Meghan did not invite the couple directly. Instead, the invitation may have come from a mutual friend, and the dinner was part of a larger event with TV and media executives, not just an intimate get-together. This claim came from a source close to the Sussexes, speaking to PEOPLE, a publication they often work with.

Family Tensions Run Deep

Both couples have faced ongoing rifts with their families. Prince Harry has spoken openly about his troubled relationship with the British royal family. Recently, he said he still hopes for a reunion.

Brooklyn and Nicola are also dealing with issues. They chose not to attend David Beckham’s 50th birthday party in London. Brooklyn was in the city at the time but skipped the event. He also missed other recent family gatherings, including a fishing trip in Scotland, a birthday dinner in the Cotswolds, and a vineyard tour in France.

A source close to Brooklyn said they traveled to London to try and fix things privately, but David and Victoria “refused” to meet them.

Beckhams Push Back Against Claims

Friends of David and Victoria Beckham are upset about claims made by people close to Nicola. Some of these claims include words like “emotional abuse” and “toxic behavior” within the family. One friend of the Beckhams called the claims “ludicrous” and said they don’t reflect the couple at all.

A source told The Mirror, “David and Victoria are shocked by these accusations. It’s deeply unfair.”

Old Friendship Strained

The Beckhams and the Sussexes were once close friends. But that relationship took a hit when Meghan reportedly accused Victoria of leaking private stories about her to the press.

This week, another layer was added to the story when Princess Kate wore a Victoria Beckham olive trouser suit to a major fashion event. The outfit choice was her own, not gifted by Victoria. A Beckham family source said the gesture showed “mutual respect” between Kate and Victoria, and pointed out that David and Prince William are also good friends.

Tensions Date Back to Wedding

The feud between Victoria and Nicola seems to have started around the time of Brooklyn and Nicola’s 2022 wedding. Nicola chose to wear a Valentino gown instead of one designed by her mother-in-law. Many believe that moment was the beginning of ongoing tension.

A source told Us Weekly, “It’s still affecting the family. Brooklyn feels torn. He’s stubborn and just wants some space right now.”