In a surprising turn of events, the longstanding friendship between David and Victoria Beckham and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle seems to have hit a rough patch. The Beckhams, who have been close allies of the Sussexes, are now accused of leaking stories about the royal couple, leading to a significant rift between the two families.
According to reports, the allegations came to light during a tense phone call between the two couples. An insider revealed that David Beckham is "absolutely bloody furious" about the situation, and the chances of reconciliation appear slim.
The Beckhams were among the high-profile guests at Prince Harry and Meghan's wedding in 2018, and they were perceived as being "very supportive" of Meghan's transition into the UK. However, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were notably absent from the wedding of the Beckhams' son, Brooklyn, to US heiress Nicola Peltz in April 2022.
While the Sussexes' relationship with the Beckhams seems to have cooled, Meghan has reportedly found a new confidante in Victoria Jackson, a neighbor and cosmetics magnate in Montecito, California. The two women are said to share a strong bond, connecting on multiple levels and genuinely adoring each other. Jackson, who runs the Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation, has also been advising Meghan on various aspects of her charity, Archewell.
Meghan's circle of friends in Montecito includes several other notable figures. Hollywood mogul Ari Emanuel, CEO of William Morris Endeavor, and his wife, fashion designer Sarah Staudinger, are said to be part of Meghan's inner circle. This exclusive group, referred to as the "Montecito Mafia" by one Hollywood executive, includes figures like Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, photographer Misan Harriman, and Meghan's former "Suits" co-stars Sarah Rafferty and Abigail Spencer.
Longtime activist Gloria Steinem, a close friend of Meghan's, recently presented her with the Women of Vision Award. Pop star Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom, also Montecito neighbors of the Sussexes, were once friends with the couple, but their friendship seems to have cooled recently.
As the Sussexes navigate their post-royal life, their relationships continue to evolve. The fallout with the Beckhams marks another chapter in their journey, underscoring the challenges they face in maintaining their privacy while living in the public eye.
