David Beckham, the former England football captain, shares a deep reverence and affection for the British royal family, a trait ingrained in him by his late grandfather, Joe.

Beckham’s relationship with the royal family has not only grown over the years, but has also seen him form friendships with Princes William and Harry.

Beckham’s connection to the royal family extends beyond Princes William and Harry.

Despite a recent cooling of his relationship with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Beckham maintains ties with other royals including Sarah Ferguson, and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.

His respect for the monarchy was profoundly displayed when he stood in line for 13 hours to pay his respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II as she lay in state at Westminster Hall.

Yet, it appears that the bond between Beckham and Prince Harry has been strained recently. Reports suggest a fallout between the Beckham and Sussex families dating back to 2018.

There were allegations that the Beckhams were leaking stories about the Sussexes to the press. Despite these accusations, the Beckhams had shown support for Meghan when she moved into Kensington Palace with Harry in 2017, even hosting her at their Beverly Hills home and offering fashion and makeup advice.

Amidst these tensions, there is speculation that Beckham may be aligning himself more with Prince William and the future King Charles, particularly given his ambition for a knighthood. There are even suggestions that King Charles is keen on Beckham getting involved in his charity, the Prince’s Foundation, to revitalise it. Beckham’s friendship with Prince William, with whom he has collaborated on various projects, remains strong. His deep respect for the monarchy, rooted in his upbringing and his grandfather’s influence, continues to guide his relationships within the royal family.