‘He forgets he is not American!’ Brooklyn Beckham mocked for saying ‘arugula’ in latest cooking video instead of ‘rocket’ as he fails to mention his mum Victoria on her birthday

Brooklyn Beckham has once again found himself at the centre of online backlash—this time over a single word that’s reignited criticism and deepened ongoing family tensions.

The 27-year-old sparked ridicule after referring to “rocket” as “arugula” in his latest Instagram cooking video, where he prepared a salmon salad. While the term is common in the US, British viewers were quick to call him out, with many accusing him of forgetting his roots.

Brooklyn captioned the clip “Sweet Jalapeño Salmon with Arugula Walnut Salad,” prompting a flood of sarcastic responses. Some followers wrote that he clearly knew it was called “rocket,” while others joked that he seemed to think he was American. The seemingly minor detail quickly snowballed into a wider pile-on.

But the backlash didn’t stop there. Viewers also took aim at the simplicity of his cooking, branding the recipe “basic” and lacking skill. Critics mocked the video as something anyone could make, with one commenter joking that the next tutorial might be how to cook beans on toast.

The timing of the post only added fuel to the fire. Brooklyn notably failed to publicly acknowledge his mother Victoria Beckham on her 52nd birthday—an absence that didn’t go unnoticed by fans.

While Brooklyn stayed silent, his brother Romeo Beckham led the family tributes with a heartfelt message, writing that he loved his mum “so so much” and hoped she had the best day. Meanwhile, Cruz Beckham’s girlfriend Jackie Apostel also shared a glowing post, thanking Victoria for her kindness and calling herself lucky to be inspired by her every day.

The contrast between Brooklyn’s silence and the rest of the family’s public affection has only intensified speculation about the ongoing rift.

In a recent interview, Victoria appeared to subtly address the situation, stressing the importance of children behaving “appropriately.” She described her youngest daughter Harper as kind, hardworking, and “very appropriate,” adding that such qualities matter deeply to her.

She also touched on the broader family dynamic, saying they have always tried to be the best parents possible and to protect their children despite decades in the public eye.

The tensions follow a series of explosive developments, including Brooklyn’s claims that his parents were controlling and his decision to distance himself from the family. Reports suggest communication has broken down entirely, with legal teams now acting as intermediaries.

What started as a simple cooking clip has once again exposed the deeper fractures within one of Britain’s most famous families—proving that even the smallest details can trigger a storm.