The House of Beckham, Tom Bower’s latest book, promises an “explosive” look into the lives of David and Victoria Beckham. The book’s chapters hint at a series of scandals and controversies, from financial stinginess to shocking fashion choices. Here are six revelations from the book that have caught everyone’s attention.
At Glastonbury 2017, David Beckham was enjoying the festival in a VIP area with Lady Mary Charteris. However, the fun ended abruptly when Victoria Beckham arrived by helicopter. Furious that David had ignored her all weekend, Victoria reportedly dragged him into a heated argument, leaving their son Brooklyn to mediate.
The Beckhams are known for their wealth, but Bower’s book paints a picture of extreme stinginess. One story involves David refusing to tip a waitress at Madrid’s Hard Rock Cafe, only relenting after she wrote a heartfelt note to Rebecca Loos, who then passed it on to David. Other tales include Victoria submitting expense claims for snacks and David serving cheap wine at a high-profile Unicef fundraiser. Bower also mentions several legal tax avoidance schemes, suggesting that financial considerations are a significant part of their lives.
Fashion has always been a big part of the Beckham brand, but some choices have been questionable. Victoria once convinced a denim mogul to produce jeans so tiny that they remained unsold. David, on the other hand, wore a T-shirt featuring Adolf Eichmann, the architect of the Holocaust, claiming it was a gift from an American fan. This shocking revelation adds a dark twist to their fashion history.
Despite David’s interest in acting, both he and Victoria have struggled in front of the camera. David’s performance in a Brylcreem commercial was so poor that the creative team was shocked by his voice and inability to score a goal. Victoria’s shoot for Walkers Crisps was equally disastrous, with her refusing to eat the product and criticizing her leg double.
Bower’s book also delves into David’s alleged infidelities, supported by text messages saved by Sarah Marbeck. David referred to Victoria as “Wendy” and fantasized about picking up Marbeck as a call girl. These revelations add to the rumors that have plagued their marriage, with Victoria reportedly punching David over the affair allegations.
David’s quest for a knighthood has been well-documented, but Bower reveals some desperate measures to achieve it. These included getting dictators to sponsor him for a space mission and speaking out against Scottish independence. However, his tax affairs and flashy lifestyle reportedly turned off the honors committee, and his refusal to donate a significant sum to Unicef further hindered his chances.
Tom Bower’s book offers a scathing look at the Beckhams, revealing a side of the celebrity couple that is far from their public image. From financial stinginess to shocking fashion choices and alleged infidelities, The House of Beckham is a treasure trove of scandalous revelations.
