Why did Channel 4 viewers complain about the Beckham documentary?

Viewers complained that Channel 4 was airing a documentary about the Beckham family feud, considering it irrelevant and "scraping the barrel" while other important news deserved attention.

What accusations did Brooklyn Beckham make against his parents?

Brooklyn Beckham accused his parents, David and Victoria, of trying to sabotage his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz, and claimed his mother hijacked his first dance at his wedding.

What was the reaction to Brooklyn Beckham's criticism of his parents?

The criticism sparked widespread online debate and memes. A GB News host also strongly criticized Brooklyn, calling him an "ungrateful little toad" for airing "first-world problems."

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Viewers Slam 'Scraping Barrel' Beckham Doc

29 Jan

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Summary

Documentary focuses on Beckham family feud after Brooklyn's statement.
Viewers complained Channel 4 was airing irrelevant Beckham-focused content.
Brooklyn accused parents of sabotaging his marriage to Nicola Peltz.

Viewers Slam 'Scraping Barrel' Beckham Doc

Channel 4 viewers expressed significant dissatisfaction with the broadcaster's new documentary, "Beckham: Family at War - UNTOLD," which aired on Wednesday night. The program delved into the widely publicized feud within the Beckham family, a dispute that intensified last week following a six-page statement from Brooklyn Beckham.

Brooklyn, 26, publicly declared he was severing ties with his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, alleging they had attempted to undermine his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz. This public revelation sparked widespread online discussion, memes, and analyses. Consequently, Channel 4's decision to produce a prime-time documentary on the matter drew sharp criticism.

Many viewers voiced their frustration on X, formerly Twitter, arguing that more significant national issues deserved airtime over the Beckham family's personal conflicts. Complaints centered on the perception that the channel was "scraping the barrel" by focusing on celebrity drama rather than pressing news. Some noted this followed a similar program on Channel 5, highlighting a perceived trend of capitalizing on the Beckham brand.