GB News star slammed as he brands King Charles’ Christmas speech ‘pointless’

Patrick Christys sparked the ire of GB News fans as he branded King Charles’ speech a “meaningless word salad”.

Patrick Christys risked the ire of GB News fans (Image: GB News)

GB News fans were up in arms as anchor Patrick Christys took aim at King Charles after his Christmas Day speech. The star – who is married to fellow GB News host Emily Carver – took to X yesterday (December 25) but risked the ire of his regular supporters as he hit out at the monarch’s “meaningless word salad”.

Christys wrote: “Bit of a meaningless word salad from King Charles there. Liked the bit about remembering veterans, but found the rest of his Christmas message a bit pointless. What do you think?” His fellow GB News colleague Adam Brooks seemed to agree, writing: “Didn’t watch the King’s speech, I’m really not a fan tbh.

“And I definitely didn’t watch the loony Green Party leader call for MORE asylum seekers either. I’ve had a nice day without politics or watching/reading those that seek to destroy our country.”

Fans weren’t happy, however, as one fumed in the replies section: “Despite his best efforts, poor Patrick can’t find anything specific in the speech to cry about, so ‘a bit pointless’ will have to do.”

Someone else said: “Nothing says Merry Christmas like going on Twitter to slag off the annual speech from our monarch.”

King Charles made his annual Christmas speech (Image: Getty)

“Bloke fighting cancer tries to give a message of hope, unity and belief to his divided and unhappy country and you chose to come to Twitter to slag him off, rather than spend time with your child on their very first Christmas. Stay classy Christys,” another snapped.

However, others seemed to agree with Christys, as one said: “Pointless is correct… time for William and Kate to lead the Royal Family.”

Another said: “I miss Queen Elizabeth II.”

“Much ado about nothing. No message really,” a third echoed.

In an explosive session that sent shockwaves through the political landscape, David Lammy, the Shadow Foreign Secretary, was ruthlessly dismantled during a fiery debate in the House of Commons. With tensions running high and tempers flaring, Lammy found himself under siege as government MPs unleashed a barrage of criticism against a backdrop of fierce partisan rivalry.

The atmosphere in the Commons was electric as Lammy rose to speak, aiming to bolster the Labour Party’s stance on international affairs amidst ongoing geopolitical turmoil. However, as he attempted to project authority and command the room, he was met with pointed interruptions and incisive remarks that quickly escalated the exchange into a full-blown confrontation.

Leading the charge was Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, whose sharp retorts and thorough questioning laid bare the vulnerabilities in Lammy’s arguments. Cleverly, armed with a wealth of statistics and a focused narrative, highlighted what he described as “flawed judgments and misguided foreign policies” propagated by Lammy and his party—accusations that elicited gasps and murmurs from the packed chamber.

As Lammy struggled to maintain his composure, it became evident that he was grappling not only with the intensity of the opposition but with the weight of expectations upon him as a key figure in the Labour movement. The stakes were high; the government’s credibility on foreign relations was under scrutiny, and Lammy was expected to deliver a compelling counter-narrative. Instead, however, he appeared caught off guard, struggling to provide satisfactory responses to the barrage of questions aimed at exposing the inadequacies of his own party’s foreign policy proposals.

The confrontation reached a boiling point when Cleverly challenged Lammy on his stance regarding national security amidst rising threats from abroad. “You can’t lead without a clear vision, Mr. Lammy! What are your plans to protect British interests on the global stage?” Cleverly’s words echoed through the chamber, leaving Lammy momentarily speechless and drawing sympathetic glances from his fellow Labour MPs seated behind him.

With parliamentary decorum rapidly melting away, Lammy attempted to regain the upper hand, diverting the conversation towards domestic challenges. However, the shifting focus did little to mitigate the onslaught he was enduring. “Your record speaks for itself, and people are not buying your distractions!” Cleverly retorted, driving home the point that Lammy’s evasive strategies wouldn’t suffice under the bright lights of accountability that demanded clarity and direction.

The urgency of the moment was palpable. Political analysts and commentators alike noted that this confrontation could have far-reaching implications for Lammy’s political future and the Labour Party’s overall strategy heading into the next general election. If Lammy is perceived as weak or indecisive in the face of serious scrutiny, it could jeopardize Labour’s prospects and hand an advantage to the ruling Conservative party, which has long been accused of mismanaging international relations.

As the session progressed, opposition MPs weighed in, some seizing the opportunity to join the fray and further dismantle Lammy’s credibility. Each attack was punctuated by raucous laughter and jeers from the Conservative benches, amplifying the feeling that the Labour leader was being thoroughly and publicly dismantled. One prominent Tory MP quipped, “If you want to see chaos on the world stage, just look at Labour’s blueprint for foreign affairs!” This remark was met with uproarious approval, underscoring the growing effectiveness of Cleverly’s strategy.

For Lammy, the day began as an opportunity to project strength but unfolded into a cautionary tale about the perils of political warfare. With each passing moment, the pressure mounted. The fixed cameras captured the flicker of defeat in his eyes as he contended with a chorus of detractors, realizing that he was not just defending a position but navigating the treacherous waters of political survival.

Sir Chris Hoy, one of Britain’s greatest Olympic heroes with six gold medals to his name, is now fighting the toughest battle of his life — a terminal cancer diagnosis that arrived two years ago and changed everything.

He first noticed pain in his shoulder and ribs, assuming it was simply “too much time in the gym”. But a scan revealed the unthinkable: a tumour. Hoy later told the BBC he felt absolute horror and shock upon hearing the news. Things worsened when follow-up scans in 2024 showed the cancer had already spread, with doctors giving him “two to four years to live”.

The disease had become so aggressive that tumours had “burrowed” into his spine, fracturing a vertebra. Hoy recalled: “When I had the first diagnosis and scans, some of the secondary tumours in my spine had actually burrowed into the bone so badly it had fractured.”

Despite everything, Hoy has found a surprising shift in his outlook. Speaking to the BBC this week, he revealed: “It’s changed my life without question, but I think in some ways it’s improved my life. I’m not as bothered by small things… I try to focus on the here and the now, enjoying the moment, making the most of today, and trying to find something positive in any situation.”

He added that surrounding himself with positivity has become essential: “Even at the very least, trying just to reject negativity, because it brings you down. If you can, in any situation, look for the positives and surround yourself with people that are the same.”

Hoy says he is still managing to do the things he loves and treasures time with his family. “I’m doing well… and I hope to be around for a lot longer yet.”

In an interview with The Times, Hoy criticised the lack of automatic prostate cancer screening in the UK. “There isn’t a national screening process,” he said. “It shouldn’t be up to people like myself to have to raise awareness, but we do have to… When you turn 45, you should get some sort of information, a letter or an email, to let you know that every man needs to know their individual risk.”

He highlighted how dangerous assumptions can be: “It’s seen as an older man’s disease… I was 47 when I was diagnosed, and by that point it was too late.”

Since his devastating diagnosis, Hoy has channelled his energy into advocacy, using his platform to push for awareness. His charity cycling challenge, Tour de 4, raised over £3 million — more than triple its original target — a testament to both his determination and the lives he hopes to save.

Rylan Clark, one of the UK’s most recognizable  TV personalities, has refused to stay silent after being let go by ITV in a dramatic turn of events that has left fans and industry insiders stunned.

The incident unfolded during what was supposed to be a routine filming day. Sources report that Rylan, visibly tense and emotional, took the microphone and delivered a line that instantly froze the studio.

“I’m done pretending. I’m done being polite. If telling the truth ends my career… then so be it.”

That single sentence sparked chaos. Producers reportedly tried to intervene, while colleagues stood in shock as Rylan walked off set, tearful but resolute. Within hours, ITV confirmed his departure — but fans quickly rallied behind him, celebrating his courage to speak honestly.

The controversy isn’t simply about a single line or slip of the tongue. Insiders suggest Rylan’s on-air confession was the culmination of months of frustration and silence, where he felt pushed into corners behind the scenes, expected to maintain a facade that didn’t align with his values.

“He looked heartbroken. Completely heartbroken. He kept repeating, ‘I can’t lie anymore… I just can’t.’”

This emotional outburst has ignited debates across social media. Fans flooded Twitter and Instagram with messages of support, many urging ITV to reconsider its decision. Hashtags like #StandWithRylan and #TruthOverRatings have been trending as viewers praise his bravery in prioritizing honesty over career security.

But what exactly was the “truth” that triggered this fallout? While Rylan has not disclosed the exact details publicly, those close to the situation hint it involved internal practices and pressures behind the scenes that he could no longer condone, reflecting a growing tension between networks and talent over authenticity in broadcasting.

Rylan’s statement following the incident was unequivocal:

“If a network can’t handle honesty, they can live without me.”

The message is clear — he is unafraid to sacrifice professional stability for integrity. And in doing so, he has become a symbol for anyone who feels constrained by institutional expectations, inspiring conversations about the balance between personal values and professional obligations.

Industry experts predict that while Rylan’s departure may be controversial, it could also mark the beginning of a new chapter — one where his voice, unfiltered and genuine, resonates even more strongly with audiences.

For now, the nation watches, fans rally, and ITV faces the scrutiny of a public that has always adored the star who dared to speak his truth — no matter the cost.

Chaos on the French Coast: Furious Locals Cross a Dangerous Line as Migrant Boat Crisis Reaches Breaking Point

British vigilantes slash small migrant boats on French coastline

Britons have been filming themselves travelling to beaches in France and ‘destroying’ small   boats – gaining thousands of views in the process

Sanya Burgess is an award-winning journalist whose investigations have included revealing Deliveroo was not paying the living wage to all riders, despite the company’s pledge to do so. She has also tracked disinformation and far right hate speech in the UK during the Southport riots, conspiracy theories about the attempted shooting of Donald Trump and revealed that Elon Musk was paying some of Tommy Robinson’s legal fees. She has also worked on issues relating to Big Tech and underage gambling, as well as uncovering war crimes and human rights abuses in Iran, Myanmar and the UAE – including the ‘hostage’ tapes of the detained Dubai Princess Latifa.

British vigilantes who spearheaded efforts to fly England flags across the country have launched a new anti-migrant protest – attempting to block illegal Channel crossingsUsing the term “Operation Stop The Boats”, members of the group have been filming themselves slashing small boats before they are used by migrants to cross the English Channel from France.

Posts on social media show members calling for other British men to join them in France, including making a direct appeal to football hooligans, saying “we need to make a stand”.

In one video message shared this week by a member of the Raise the Colours group – the grassroots movement that has seen flags fixed to lampposts, motorway bridges and roundabouts across England – two men are seen evoking military language and the spirit of the British fight against the Nazis in the Second World War.

Claiming to be recording from the northern French coast, one said: “Just like in the 1940s, we must take a stand, and it starts with the men of England and Britain.”

Making an appeal to “firms” – a phrase that refers to football hooligan groups – the other man added: “Our country is doing nothing. Weak government, weaker borders.

“They are doing nothing, so we need to make a stand, boys. Get the lads together, get your firms together, get the lads in the pub, get the lads down the bars, if you’re talking about it and you agree with what we are doing, give us a hand.”
The Government is under pressure to act after more than 36,000 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats (Photo: raisethecolours.org.uk/Instagram)
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The Government is under pressure to tackle the issue of migration amid a record number of asylum applications, surging small   boat crossings and protests at hotels housing asylum seekers.

On Monday, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood set out a package of reforms to asylum policies aimed at tackling illegal migration, telling MPs the current situation is “out of control and unfair”.

The latest videos shared by those linked to the Raise the Colours group have separately been referred to as “Operation Overlord”.

Earlier clips showed two men saying they were taking matters of illegal migration into their own hands and filming themselves stamping on and smashing a small boat’s engine.

In the clips, they refer to themselves as “patriots” and make a number of claims without evidence, such as that they are stopping “rapists and murderers” from “coming to a town near you”.
One video shared by the group (Photo: raisethecolours.org.uk/nstagram)
The flag-raising group, who have a combined 100,000 followers on X and Instagram, also posted a plea on X for donations last week, writing that they are: “STOPPING The   Boats, whether the migrants or government like it or not!”

Two videos from the group have recently been shared to the 1.7 million X followers of Tommy Robinson. The far-right figure and former leader of the English Defence League, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has previously been accused of mobilising football hooligan firms in an attempt to launch anti-Muslim rallies across the country.

Separately, French media reports that the Dunkirk Public Prosecutor’s office has opened a preliminary investigation into “aggravated violence” against migrants by suspected British far-right figures.

One of the details being examined by the French prosecutor is the claim that in September, four men waving British and UK flags verbally and physically attacked migrants on the French coast. It is alleged that they told the migrants they were not welcome in England and proceeded to steal some of their belongings.

The men are not the first anti-migrant figures to travel to France in a bid to take matters into their own hands.

In September, Ukip, Nigel Farage’s former political party, posted a video to their X account showing what appeared to be sleeping migrants in France being woken by people flashing strobe lights in their faces and shouting at them.

Nick Tenconi, Ukip’s current leader, also posted a video captioned: “In Calais hunting for illegal invaders trying to cross into Britain.”

The Home Office and French authorities were contacted for comment.

‘FROM DEATH ROW TO HOPE’: PETE WICKS JOINS RESCUE MISSION SAVING 170 DOGS FROM SOUTH KOREAN MEAT FARM

 

It wasn’t a television storyline, a publicity stunt, or a scripted moment for shock value. When British reality star Pete Wicks stepped onto the grounds of a South Korean dog-meat farm, he found himself face-to-face with one of the most heartbreaking sights of his life — more than 170 dogs awaiting slaughter, many trembling in fear, unaware that their fate was about to change forever.

The former TOWIE star joined international animal welfare groups in a large-scale rescue mission that liberated over 170 dogs from a brutal and long-ignored industry. Though Wicks did not act alone — working instead as part of a coordinated charity effort — his presence brought not only additional support, but a powerful human voice for animals whose suffering is often unseen.

A Scene Too Difficult to Forget

Wicks described the scene as overwhelming: cramped cages, matted fur, and eyes filled with a mixture of confusion and despair. Some dogs were born in captivity, never knowing a gentle touch. Others were former pets, abandoned or stolen.

The mission was not just about relocation — it was about dignity. Volunteers carefully lifted each frightened animal from the wire-floored pens, offering comfort, blankets, and, sometimes for the first time, kindness.

Once removed from the farm, the dogs began a journey across the world — with many flown to the UK, United States, and Canada for rehabilitation and adoption. For the first time, they tasted fresh air, saw open space, and felt safe human hands.

Pete Wicks, visibly moved, helped load carriers and calm distressed animals. His involvement played a key role in drawing public attention to the issue, inspiring supporters and donations that will continue funding future rescues.

A Message Bigger Than Celebrity

Wicks later shared that the experience changed him.

He spoke of compassion rather than fame.
Of responsibility rather than applause.
Of the silent victims who cannot speak for themselves.

The rescue serves as a reminder that cruelty thrives where the world looks away — and that meaningful change begins when individuals choose to look, act, and stand.

A Victory — But Not the End

For the 170 dogs saved, this mission marks the beginning of new lives filled with the possibility of love, adoption, and healing.

For those still trapped in farms across the region, it is a call to action.

And for animal lovers worldwide, it is a testament to what can happen when compassion and courage meet — when public figures use their platform not for self-promotion, but for protection.

Pete Wicks didn’t rescue 170 dogs alone.
He stood with a team.
He lent his hands.
He lent his heart.

And in doing so, he helped give hundreds of animals something they never had before:

JoJo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers became parents in time for the Christmas holiday.

“What a whirlwind these last couple of days have been but in the most magical way. Went in for our weekly sonogram this past Tuesday and found out we needed to deliver via emergency c-section that day,” Fletcher, 35, wrote via Instagram on Thursday, December 25. “At 5:37pm on December 23, we met our girl. Romy Blair Rodgers you are our whole world. Cant wait to share more but in the meantime soaking up these moments as a new family of three.”

Fletcher and Rodgers, 37, met and fell in love during season 12 of The Bachelorette in 2016. The couple got engaged during the finale and tied the knot six years later in May 2022.

Before their wedding, Fletcher and Rodgers shared their intentions to start a family in the near future.

“I think we’re at that time in our life where we’re like, ‘Oh, my gosh, we’ve got to have a kid tomorrow,’ but also … I don’t think we’ll wait a long time,” Rodgers exclusively told Us Weekly in April 2022. “But that might not be right away.”

“We’re not as scared of it. It’s a big deal. [But] I think it’s going to be one of those things where … we’re just going to wake up one morning and be like, ‘I think we’re ready. Let’s do it,’” she explained. “It could be in the next, like, one [or] two years.”

Three years later, Fletcher opened up exclusively to Us about her and Rodgers’ fertility struggles.

“Jordan and I have been on our own fertility journey — and man, it’s been a journey,” she told Us in an interview published in July 2025. “But I do keep positive about the situation and I know that when it’s meant to be, it will be.”

While Fletcher acknowledged “everybody has a different experience” with family planning, she noted they were “looking forward” to having kids in the future.

“When the time comes and we have a little baby Rodgers, it’ll be a very, very exciting moment,” she added.

In August 2025, Fletcher and Rodgers announced that they were expecting their first baby.

“We love you so much already, our sweet rainbow baby,” the pair captioned a joint Instagram post at the time. “🌈🕊️ Baby Rodgers coming January 2026 🤍.

Ahead of their little one’s arrival, Rodgers paid tribute to Fletcher on her birthday, calling her “the love of my life and future best mom in the world” in a gushing Instagram post.

“It has been such an amazing journey watching you navigate pregnancy,” he wrote in November 2025. “Through the highs and lows you have shown grace and love, resilience and strength. It’s been the honor of my life seeing how you have created a healthy and loving space to grow our future child. Through it all you have continued to run multiple businesses, renovated houses, filmed TV shows, traveled the world, worked long hours without ever complaining, and you continue to put others before yourself.”

He concluded: “You are one of a kind Joelle. I am so lucky to have found you and so lucky that you will be the mother to our future baby ❤️ You’ve never looked better and more beautiful than you do right now! Love you Joelle. Happy last birthday as a family of two ☺️❤️.”

Mel Owens and Peg Munson are still going strong more than a month after The Golden Bachelor finale, but even they aren’t immune to an argument here or there. The couple went live on Instagram while spending Christmas Eve in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and they didn’t shy away from documenting a disagreement they had.

This is Owens and Munson’s first Christmas together, and the former football star took his girlfriend to Rio to celebrate with his best friend who lives there. It’s been a tradition for Owens for the last 40 years.

When one IG Live viewer commented on how great Owens looked at his age, he explained, “I went and ran for, like, 25 minutes today on the beach. That’s the key: cardio.” Munson wasn’t quite on-board with that, though. “Is it cardio?” she wondered. “You gotta lift weights, though. Especially women.”

Owens held firm. “If you sacrifice one thing, don’t sacrifice the cardio,” to which Munson responded, “I have to disagree. I’m gonna disagree with the professional athlete.” Owens took it in stride. “You do you, boo,” he told Munson, to which she reiterated, “I’m disagreeing!”

It was all in good fun, though, as the pair went on to document their time soaking up the sun for nearly an hour. In response to a fan who asked what annoyed them about one another, they couldn’t even come up with anything. However, Munson noted that they’re still in the “honeymoon stage” right now, so that could change.

“We’re human beings,” she pointed out. “There’s going to be something that annoys me about him eventually. I’ll let you all know.”

Munson received Owens’ final rose on Season 2 of The Golden Bachelor, and while they didn’t get engaged, he did give her a ring to signify his commitment to her. The lovebirds have been keeping busy since going public with their relationship in mid-November. In addition to their Christmas trip to Rio, they recently celebrated Owens’ birthday in Las Vegas, attended a University of Michigan football game over Thanksgiving weekend, and more.

WW2 veteran labels victory over Nazis ‘waste of time’ and claims migrant crisis proves ‘UK has gone right downhill’

World War Two veteran Alex Penstone says Britain is ‘worse than it was when he fought for it’ | 

Mervyn Kersh is a D-Day veteran who also witnessed the horrors of the newly-liberated Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945

A World War Two veteran has labelled Britain’s victory against the Nazis a “waste of time” and warned the UK has “gone downhill”.

Mervyn Kersh, 101, a Jewish D-Day veteran who witnessed the liberation of Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945, voiced his frustrations about modern Britain.

 

He singled out the issue of immigration of immigration, with Channel crossings in 2025 so far exceeding 41,000.

Mr Kersh, who was once lauded for his efforts by ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson, told The Daily Mail: “I think it [the war] was a waste of time, because the benefits we got from it, the wartime camaraderie and everyone, almost everybody, mucked in [with] whatever they could do.

“Whatever [way] they could help somebody else they did. That wasn’t just in the army. You don’t get that now, no.”

He added: “This country has gone right downhill.

“I know the population is changing. Some are leaving, and then others are coming who have no understanding or knowledge of what this country was like, not only just its history, but it’s morals.”

Mr Kersh, who now lives alone following the death of his wife Betty in 2018, insisted he has “no objection” with genuine asylum seekers but did go on to highlight concerns about migrant crossings.

Mr Kersh, who now lives alone following the death of his wife Betty in 2018, insisted he has “no objection” with genuine asylum seekers but did go on to highlight concerns about migrant crossings

 

However, Mr Kersh was also asked how Britain’s recent leaders compare to the likes of Sir Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher.

The 101-year-old added: “They didn’t just try to keep the job to the next day, next session, a bit of sparring with the opposition, and then come and have a drink job.”

Mr Kersh, who was born in Brixton in 1924, signed up to join the Ordnance Corps in 1943.

After undergoing training in Scotland, Mr Kersh was ready to follow the main D-Day invasion force into Normandy.

The veteran landed on Gold Beach on the Normandy coast

The veteran landed on Gold Beach on the Normandy coast.

Speaking about the experience previously, Mr Kersh said: “The landings was the biggest experience, the biggest and most emotional one.

“Landing on the coast with the intention of destroying the Germans.

“They were firing at the biggest ships out at sea and the British were firing above our heads at the Germans.

Mr Kersh was later stationed near Bergen-Belsen when the camp was liberated by British troops in April 1945

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“French women, children and old men greeted us with flowers, wine and kisses.

“I did not take the wine in case it was poisoned but I did take the flowers and the kisses. I was 19 at the time. I’m a bit older now.”

Mr Kersh was later stationed near Bergen-Belsen when the camp was liberated by British troops in April 1945.

However, Mr Kersh’s comments come shortly after ex-Royal Navy serviceman Alec Penstone made similar claims ahead of Remembrance Sunday.

British army soldiers depart for Normandy as reinforcements during Operation Overlord in 1944 | Getty

“My message is, I can see in my mind’s eye the rows and rows of white stones of all the hundreds of my friends and everybody else that gave their lives for what?” he said.

“The country of today. No, I’m sorry, the sacrifice wasn’t worth the result that it is now.”

Mr Penstone continued: “What we fought for, and what we fought for, was our freedom. We find that even now it’s downright worse than when I fought for it.”

The UK lost 384,000 soldiers in combat during the Second World War.

A further 70,000 British civilians were killed, including 40,000 between September 1940 and May 1941.

Victoria Beckham and David Beckham appeared to send a pointed and unmistakable message to their estranged son Brooklyn Beckham on Boxing Day, as the Beckham family feud showed no sign of easing over Christmas.

The famous couple shared a video of themselves dancing together at their Cotswolds home to Guilty by Barbra Streisand and Barry Gibb — a song whose lyrics, “We’ve got nothing to be sorry for,” immediately caught the attention of fans and critics alike. For many, it felt far from coincidental.

The post landed just days after reports claimed Brooklyn wants his parents to apologise to him and his wife, Nicola Peltz, following weeks of tension that have spilled publicly across social media. But the mood from David and Victoria’s festive post suggested reconciliation may not be imminent.

Despite Brooklyn remaining in the US with Nicola and her family, Victoria and David shared a series of smiling family moments from Christmas, presenting a united front with their other children. One image showed David tenderly embracing daughter Harper, while another featured Victoria posing with son Cruz. The couple were also joined by close family members, including Victoria’s parents Jackie and Anthony and David’s mother Sandra.

Victoria captioned the now-viral dancing clip with playful confidence, writing that she and David were giving their “very best Barry and Barbra” on Christmas Day, signing off with kisses from them both.

Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, Brooklyn marked the festive period in a very different way. He spent Christmas in the US with Nicola’s family, sharing posts that underlined where his loyalties currently lie. On Christmas Eve, he described Nicola as “my everything” in a loved-up Instagram post — a move many saw as another subtle but deliberate message to his parents after blocking them on the platform.

Brooklyn also shared glimpses of his Christmas Day activities, including playing tennis with American pro Reilly Opelka and Nicola’s brother Bradley, basking in the Californian sunshine while his family gathered back in the UK.

The rift appears deeper than ever. Earlier this week, Cruz Beckham revealed that Brooklyn had blocked the entire family on Instagram, including his parents and even his younger sister Harper. Cruz insisted that David and Victoria would never unfollow their son, explaining instead that they all woke up to find themselves blocked.

Sources close to the situation have claimed Brooklyn believes his parents owe him and Nicola an apology, with tensions reportedly fuelled by what was described as a sustained period of negative briefings aimed at his wife. According to those claims, repairing the relationship would require acknowledgment of the pain caused — something that, so far, has not happened.

While David and Victoria continue to put on a brave and united front at home, those close to the family say the ongoing feud has taken a particular emotional toll on the grandparents, who are said to be heartbroken at the prospect of not seeing Brooklyn over Christmas.

As the festive season draws to a close, the dancing video — light-hearted on the surface — has come to symbolise something far heavier: a family stalemate, played out to a soundtrack that leaves little room for compromise.