Cruz Beckham looks just like Brooklyn on family yacht as tattoos spark fresh interest amid Beckham family feud
Cruz Beckham was seen shirtless on the Beckham family yacht in Portofino, Italy, showing off his tattoos while spending time with his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, and girlfriend Jackie Apostel. The 21-year-old has been away from much of the family’s summer trip while touring North America with his band, The Breakers. His return has also drawn attention because of his strong resemblance to his older brother Brooklyn Beckham, who remains estranged from the family.
Cruz Beckham shows tattoos during Portofino yacht trip
Cruz Beckham has followed his father David Beckham’s love of tattoos for years, and his latest yacht appearance put many of his designs on show. He went without a shirt while enjoying time with his family in Portofino, where the Beckhams have been spending part of their Mediterranean holiday.Cruz has several tattoos linked to his family. One of his best-known designs is a large heart with a ribbon around it that carries the words “mum and dad.” He also has the word “Posh” written in cursive near his elbow as a tribute to his mother, Victoria Beckham, whose Spice Girls name was Posh Spice.His tattoos have made the similarity between Cruz and Brooklyn Beckham more noticeable. Brooklyn, 27, also has many tattoos, including designs that were once clear tributes to his family. The two brothers have also shared a matching “brotherhood” tattoo with their brother Romeo Beckham, which they got in 2023.The Beckham family’s tattoo tradition comes largely from David Beckham, who has many tattoos across his body. Cruz got his first tattoo when he was 16 and has continued adding designs over the years.
Why Brooklyn Beckham is missing from the family holiday
Brooklyn Beckham has not joined the current family holiday as his relationship with David and Victoria Beckham remains strained. He made the family split public in January 2026 when he shared a long statement on Instagram.Brooklyn wrote, “I do not want to reconcile with my family,” while also saying that he felt his parents had controlled the family story in the press. He said that “performative social media posts, family events and inauthentic relationships” had been part of his life.The statement also included claims about his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, and his relationship with his parents. These were Brooklyn’s claims, rather than established facts, and David and Victoria have rejected parts of his account. In May, Victoria addressed the wider issue of “Brand Beckham” and said she was not a “pushy parent,” according to The Standard.Cruz has taken a different public approach to the family dispute. In March, he sent Brooklyn a birthday message and expressed hope that the brothers could reconnect, according to Page Six.Brooklyn’s absence has continued at family events this year. TMZ reported in July that he was also missing when Victoria celebrated the launch of her Portofino ’97 fragrance with David, Cruz, Romeo and Harper Beckham.
