Former footballer David Beckham is married to fashion designer and former ‘Spice Girl’ Victoria Beckham
David and Victoria Beckham, often celebrated as a power couple, are proud and devoted parents to their four children: Brooklyn, 25, Romeo, 21, Cruz, 19, and Harper, 12. Since tying the knot in 1999, the couple has maintained a strong bond and a reputation for their hands-on approach to parenting, which they often showcase on social media.
David’s close relationship with his youngest, Harper, has garnered significant attention over the years. Their affectionate bond has occasionally sparked public debate, with the duo making headlines for their tender displays of affection.
Some of these moments have gone viral, highlighting the unique connection between the father and his daughter. Explore some of David and Harper’s most talked-about moments below.
David usually kisses Harper on the lips
In 2018, David Beckham stirred controversy when he shared a photo of himself kissing his daughter, Harper, on the lips. The image quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions from the public. While some followers criticized the gesture, calling it inappropriate, others defended the sweet moment. One commenter wrote, “That looks wrong,” while another added, “This is not right.”
However, many fans rushed to support David, praising his bond with Harper. One defender remarked, “The comments on here astound me. If you see something other than a doting Dad kissing his daughter, you’re the one that’s wrong! The world has gone mad.” Another added, “It’s unbelievable how people turn things into what it is not! It is simply a beautiful act of a dad kissing his daughter.”
David has been open about his special relationship with Harper, admitting he treats her differently from his sons. “I’m a softie,” he confessed. “I know I’m slightly stricter with the boys than I am with Harper. To be honest, the boys rib me about it all the time, Victoria ribs me about it all the time.”
In a 2017 Facebook Live interview, David addressed the criticism, saying, “We want to show our kids love. I got criticised for kissing my daughter on the lips the other day… I kiss all my kids on the lips. Brooklyn, maybe not. Brooklyn’s 18, he might find that a little bit strange. But I’m very affectionate with the kids. It’s how I was brought up, and Victoria, and it’s how we are with our children.”
He concluded by emphasizing his parenting approach: “We want to show our kids love and we protect them, look after them, and support them. And you know, we’re very affectionate with them.”
