David Beckham Under Fire for Letting Harper Show Off Her Boyfriend On Social Media Just After Turning 14

David Beckham is once again at the center of a parenting debate—this time for allowing his youngest child, Harper Seven Beckham, to publicly flaunt her relationship on social media shortly after turning 14.

A Birthday Post That Sparked a Firestorm
It all began when Harper shared a series of photos on Instagram celebrating her birthday weekend, but one particular detail drew major attention: a photo of her holding hands and cuddling with a teenage boy, who many now recognize as her boyfriend.

The post was innocent in tone, with cute emojis and playful captions. However, the internet was quick to react, with many criticizing David Beckham for “being too permissive” and allowing his teenage daughter to showcase her love life online at such a young age.

Critics Speak Out
Critics wasted no time calling out the former footballer.

“What kind of father lets his 14-year-old advertise a relationship like this to the whole world?” one user commented.
“This is way too young for social media PDA. Bad move, David,” another wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Some even labeled Beckham a “reckless parent,” accusing him of blurring boundaries between childhood and adulthood for the sake of modern liberal parenting.

Fans Come to His Defense
Despite the wave of criticism, many fans came to David’s defense—arguing that the photos were tasteful, age-appropriate, and completely harmless.

“People forget Harper is growing up in the public eye. She’s not doing anything wrong,” one fan posted.
“It’s better for her to feel safe sharing things openly with her family’s support than hiding them,” added another.
Others praised David for his supportive and trusting parenting style, highlighting how important it is for teens to feel safe being themselves without shame or fear.

David Beckham’s Silent Approval
Though David hasn’t made a public statement, fans noticed he liked Harper’s post and commented with a heart emoji—a subtle but clear signal of support. Victoria Beckham has also stayed silent, but sources close to the family say the Beckhams are “very involved” in Harper’s life and “trust her judgment.”

A Modern Parenting Dilemma
This controversy has reignited conversations about teenage relationships, privacy, and parenting in the age of social media. While some argue 14 is too young for public displays of affection, others insist that openness and trust between parents and children is the healthiest approach.