In a deliciously awkward moment on *Watch What Happens Live*, Brooklyn Beckham managed to pull off the ultimate subtle snub to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. When asked which royal he’s closest to, the young Beckham couldn’t have been clearer: “William, all the way.”
The 25-year-old joined the Bravo show for what was meant to be a casual chat about his friendships, his new hot sauce venture, and his family's royal connections. But host Andy Cohen quickly steered the conversation toward the British royal family. Cohen asked, "Growing up, which members of the royal family did you see most often, especially since your family is friends with Harry and Meghan?"
Brooklyn answered simply, avoiding even a whisper of the Sussexes’ names, saying, "Probably William." When Cohen probed further, asking, "What’s he like? Is there something about him that people don’t get? Is he fun?" Brooklyn went on to praise the future king as "the sweetest guy ever" and "really down to earth." Cohen, desperately fishing for a scandalous tidbit, seemed stunned. What was he hoping for— a story about William stealing candy from babies?
While it might seem like a casual comment, Brooklyn’s choice of words sent a message loud and clear. His family clearly isn’t on team Harry these days. In fact, rumors suggest that tensions have been brewing between the Beckhams and the Sussexes ever since Harry allegedly accused David Beckham of leaking stories to the media. Given that Victoria Beckham’s empire doesn't exactly thrive on palace gossip, the accusation was seen as both ridiculous and insulting. Unsurprisingly, it seems like Brooklyn is more than happy to stay out of the Sussex drama.
Harry and Meghan’s tendency to blame others for their issues has become legendary, and apparently, the Beckhams became scapegoats for a while. Reports suggest Meghan believed Victoria was leaking information about her to the press, causing tension between the two couples. Brooklyn’s response on *WWHL* seems to confirm what royal insiders have whispered for some time: the Beckhams are no longer eager to invite Harry and Meghan over for Sunday roasts.
Brooklyn’s jab was subtle yet effective—a quintessentially British snub that spoke volumes without him needing to say much at all. He managed to do this without descending into the mudslinging that has become a hallmark of the Sussexes’ public persona. Can you imagine Harry being asked about his brother? He’d probably launch into another long-winded tirade about broken necklaces or kitchen sink spats.
The Beckham family’s relationship with the royal family reflects the warmth of an actual friendship—something Harry and Meghan might struggle to understand. Despite their high-profile lives, the Beckhams are known for being close-knit, grounded, and fiercely loyal. They don’t indulge in family feuds or overshare their drama with the media. It’s a lesson in dignity that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could take to heart.
Let’s not overlook Cohen’s reaction during this exchange. He seemed genuinely disappointed that Brooklyn didn’t spill any dirt on William. The Bravo host, a connoisseur of reality show drama, is accustomed to wrangling scandalous details from his guests. His genuine surprise was almost comical—did he think William was secretly plotting reality TV takedowns with him?
In a world where loyalty to family and friends is becoming increasingly rare, Brooklyn’s loyalty to William and, by extension, his own family is refreshing. Despite his somewhat dim public persona—let’s face it, Brooklyn’s not exactly a mentor candidate—he managed to rise above the pettiness and demonstrate loyalty, a trait conspicuously absent from the Sussexes these days.
Brooklyn may not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but he knows how to handle a situation with grace and class—an important lesson that Meghan Markle, in particular, might find useful. With this offhand comment, Brooklyn quietly and skillfully showed that he, like his parents, values family ties over fleeting drama and friendship over controversy. While the Beckhams and the Waleses keep it classic across the pond, the California-based ex-royals are left wondering where it all went wrong. And you know it’s bad when Brooklyn Beckham of all people is the one delivering the burn.
