Gordon Ramsay tells Brooklyn Beckham to 'remember where you came from' amid family rift

Gordon Ramsay said infatuation may be clouding judgment, noting that 'love is blind' and that time would ultimately heal the family divide
PUBLISHED FEB 14, 2026
Gordon Ramsay has publicly defended longtime friends David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, praising them as devoted parents amid their ongoing rift with son Brooklyn Beckham (@gordongram/Instagram, Getty Images)
Gordon Ramsay has publicly defended longtime friends David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, praising them as devoted parents amid their ongoing rift with son Brooklyn Beckham (@gordongram/Instagram, Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND: Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has weighed in on the ongoing Beckham family tensions, offering pointed but heartfelt advice to Brooklyn Beckham while expressing strong support for parents David Beckham and Victoria Beckham.

Speaking candidly about the situation, Ramsay, a long-time family friend, said time would ultimately heal the rift, but warned Brooklyn not to lose sight of his roots. His comments come amid ongoing friction involving Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz.



Gordon Ramsay says time will heal the Beckham rift

“It’s a very difficult situation,” the Michelin-starred restaurateur admitted. “Victoria is upset, and I know 24/7, seven days a week, just how much David loves Brooklyn.”

He stressed that his bond with Brooklyn remains intact.

Brooklyn Beckham attends the grand opening of Gymkhana Las Vegas at ARIA Resort & Casino, presented by American Express and Resy on January 16, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Jerritt Clark/Getty Images for ARIA Resort & Casino )
Brooklyn Beckham attends the grand opening of Gymkhana Las Vegas at ARIA Resort & Casino, presented by American Express and Resy on January 16, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada (Jerritt Clark/Getty Images for ARIA Resort & Casino )

“Brooklyn and I have messaged a little bit, our relationship is solid. I love him - his heart is incredible,” Ramsay said.

Still, he suggested emotions may be clouding judgment right now.

“But it’s hard, isn’t it, when you’re infatuated? Love is blind. It’s easy to get up on that rollercoaster, and get carried away. But it will come back.”

Gordon Ramsay urges Brooklyn Beckham to value his parents

The famed chef spoke warmly about David and Victoria’s parenting, insisting he has seen their dedication up close over the years.

“I’ve seen first-hand just how good parents they are. David as a dad is just incredible,” he said.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23:  David Beckham and Victoria Beckham attend the British Fashion Awards
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham attend the British Fashion Awards 2015 at London Coliseum on November 23, 2015 in London, England (Anthony Harvey/Getty Images)

Ramsay added that the couple have repeatedly supported their eldest son through challenges.

“They’ve both put so much energy into their kids, and I know just how many times they’ve got Brooklyn out of the s**t.”

“I think it’s going to be a matter of time before Brooklyn takes a good look at himself and understands just what his parents mean to him,” Ramsay said.

“He’s desperate to forge his own way, and I respect that from him, but remember where you came from. And honestly, one day you’re not going to have your mum and dad, and you need to understand that. That penny will drop.”

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Brooklyn Peltz Beckham and Nicola Peltz Beckham attend the Burberry show during London Fashion Week February 2025 at Tate Britain on February 24, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham and Nicola Peltz Beckham attend the Burberry show during London Fashion Week February 2025 at Tate Britain on February 24, 2025 in London, England (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

He added encouragingly, “I just want Brooklyn to take a moment to himself. And remember: you’re half mum, half dad. And you’re an amazing young man.”

According to Ramsay, patience will be key. “Time’s going to be the best healer, and David will absolutely get that relationship back on track.”

Gordon Ramsay addresses wedding dance controversy

Ramsay also broke his silence on the much-talked-about moment from Brooklyn and Nicola’s 2022 wedding, where he was present with wife Tana.

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 03: Gordon Ramsay and Tana Ramsay attend the the GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2019 in association with HUGO BOSS at the Tate Modern on September 3, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for HUGO BOSS)
Gordon Ramsay and Tana Ramsay attend the the GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2019 in association with HUGO BOSS at the Tate Modern on September 3, 2019 in London, England (David M Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for HUGO BOSS)

In a statement last month, Brooklyn had accused Victoria of “dancing inappropriately” with him - claims that fueled a wave of online memes.

Ramsay firmly pushed back. “There was nothing salacious. There was nothing inappropriate. Everyone was having fun, having a dance,” he said.

When pressed further, he was unequivocal: “No! Nothing of the sort. It was fun.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 16: Victoria Beckham is seen in Tribeca on October 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by TheStewartofNY/GC Images)
Victoria Beckham is seen in Tribeca on October 16, 2024 in New York City (TheStewartofNY/GC Images)

He added that Victoria has handled the online chatter well, saying she has “a great sense of humor,” though he acknowledged she was understandably upset about the wedding fallout.

The chef, who has been close friends with the Beckhams for nearly 25 years, also noted that Victoria and Tana have leaned on each other through the drama and are now “like two peas in a pod.”

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