A new celebrity rift may be brewing between Meghan Markle and Victoria Beckham, as insiders claim the Duchess of Sussex feels “hurt and humiliated” by the overwhelming success of Beckham’s latest Netflix documentary.
The renewed attention surrounding Beckham’s career has reportedly reignited long-standing tensions between the two former friends.
Victoria Beckham’s three-part Netflix series, which premiered on October 9, chronicles her transformation from global pop star to renowned fashion designer.
The documentary has earned widespread acclaim for its honesty, high production value, and inspiring portrayal of her evolution as a businesswoman. Critics and fans alike have praised Beckham’s ability to reinvent herself and solidify her reputation as a respected cultural figure.
According to RadarOnline, the positive reception to Beckham’s project has left Markle feeling overshadowed.
One insider revealed, “Victoria has achieved exactly what she aspired to — moving seamlessly from celebrity to credible business figure. Meghan’s been trying to establish herself as a cultural powerhouse, but Victoria’s documentary has completely overshadowed her.”
The two women were once close friends, with Victoria designing for Meghan during her royal years and attending Meghan and Prince Harry’s 2018 wedding.
However, their relationship reportedly cooled after allegations emerged that Meghan suspected Victoria of leaking personal stories to the media — a claim Beckham firmly denied. Since then, their friendship is believed to have never fully recovered.
Now, with Beckham’s documentary dominating headlines, comparisons between the two have resurfaced. Insiders say Meghan is “shaken” by the contrast in their public reception. Some in Hollywood reportedly see Beckham’s success as a reflection of what Meghan has been striving for — to be seen as a figure of influence and credibility beyond her fame.
The fact that Beckham appears to have achieved this effortlessly has, according to sources, struck a nerve with the Duchess.