Rapper Snoop Dogg has weighed in on the escalating Beckham family feud, offering a reflection on fatherhood as tensions between David Beckham and his eldest son, Brooklyn Beckham, continue to play out in public.
Snoop, 54, has known David for more than two decades, their friendship stretching back to the footballer’s years in Los Angeles.
Over that time, he says, they have often spoken about what it means to be fathers raising children under intense scrutiny.
‘We’ve spoken a lot about fatherhood, and we do our best – but no father is perfect. We all make mistakes, but there always has to be forgiveness,’ he said in an interview with Closer UK.
While he confirmed he has not yet discussed the current situation directly with David, 50, Snoop made it clear he believes fractures like this are not beyond repair.
‘I think things can change for the better when there’s open dialogue and honesty. That’s what I’ve always encouraged with my kids: if you’ve got something to say, then tell me – even if it’s hard to hear.’
The rapper went on to reflect on the delicate balance of guiding children while allowing them to forge their own identities.
‘We have to let our kids choose their own paths – but parenting is just about showing up and your kids knowing you’re there for them, no matter what.’
His comments come weeks after Brooklyn Beckham shared a scathing six-page statement accusing his parents of manipulation, bribery and prioritising ‘Brand Beckham’ over family.
In the post, shared on January 19, Brooklyn alleged years of press control and coercion surrounding the rights to his name, as well as humiliating incidents connected to his 2022 wedding to Nicola Peltz.
‘I have been silent for years and made every effort to keep these matters private,’ he wrote.
‘Unfortunately, my parents and their team have continued to go to the press, leaving me with no choice but to speak for myself and tell the truth about only some of the lies that have been printed.’
Brooklyn said he did not want reconciliation and insisted he was ‘standing up for myself for the first time in my life’.
‘For my entire life, my parents have controlled narratives in the press about our family. The performative social media posts, family events and inauthentic relationships have been a fixture of the life I was born into,’ he continued.
‘Recently, I have seen with my own eyes the lengths that they’ll go through to place countless lies in the media, mostly at the expense of innocent people, to preserve their own facade. But I believe the truth always comes out.’
He further alleged that his family ‘values public promotion and endorsements above all else’, adding: ‘Brand Beckham comes first. Family “love” is decided by how much you post on social media, or how quickly you drop everything to show up and pose for a family photo opp, even if it’s at the expense of our professional obligations.’
Got a story?
If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you.
