Trademarks on Brooklyn Beckham and Brothers’ Names Face Legal Scrutiny Amid Family Drama
The legal ownership of trademarks associated with the Beckham children is under scrutiny amid ongoing family disputes. David Beckham and Victoria Beckham are parents to four children: Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, Romeo Beckham, Cruz Beckham, and Harper Beckham. Recent developments reveal tensions escalating within the famed family, primarily concerning Brooklyn’s ownership rights over his name.
Key Events Leading to Trademark Controversy
On January 19, 2023, Brooklyn Beckham publicly accused his parents of attempting to “bribe” him into relinquishing his naming rights. In his Instagram Stories, he suggested that the push for him to sign legal documents occurred right before his wedding to Nicola Peltz Beckham.
Victoria Beckham reportedly holds the trademarks on the names of all her children. According to the U.K.’s Intellectual Property Office (IPO), these trademarks were officially registered in December 2016 and will expire in December 2023. A source close to the family described the situation as a misunderstanding, explaining that Victoria obtained the trademarks when her children were minors, unable to file for trademarks independently.
Trademark Ownership and Family Dynamics
As adults, Brooklyn, Romeo, and Cruz Beckham have the legal capacity to claim ownership of their names and could request a transfer of rights. Until recent years, any commercial use of their names required Victoria’s permission. Interestingly, the trademarks include a wide range of products, such as:
- Makeup
- Body oils
- Sunglasses
- Pens
- Travel bags
- Leather goods
- Shoes
- Music rights
Impact of Family Conflicts
The rift within the Beckham family intensified in April 2022, following Brooklyn’s marriage to Nicola Peltz Beckham. In his Instagram post, Brooklyn expressed feelings of pressure regarding family expectations and implied that public promotion often took precedence over family relationships. He remarked that signing away his name would have significant implications for his future and that of his wife and potential children.
Sources indicate that David and Victoria are distressed over the familial tensions and are open to reconciling with Brooklyn. They reportedly cherish their relationship and would welcome him back into their lives if he expresses a desire to reconnect. However, Brooklyn has stated that he currently does not wish to reconcile.
The ongoing drama not only highlights personal conflicts within the Beckham family but also raises important questions about trademark ownership and family dynamics in the realm of celebrity culture.
