Victoria Beckham is giving fans an intimate look at her life and career in her new three-part Netflix documentary, revealing the challenges she faced in both her personal life and fashion business.
Early Life and Spice Girls Fame
At 51, the former Spice Girl and fashion entrepreneur shares her journey from a bullied schoolgirl to global pop sensation. Beckham admits she was “definitely a loner” before joining the Spice Girls in 1994.
The series highlights her experiences during “Spice mania” and her struggles with public scrutiny, including body image issues and an eating disorder. Beckham credits her bandmates for helping her feel confident and encourages her daughter Harper to embrace self-acceptance.
Transition to Fashion and Business Struggles
Beckham candidly discusses the challenges of building Victoria Beckham Ltd, including a period when the company was tens of millions in the red.
“I almost lost everything and that was a dark, dark time,” she says. “I used to cry before I went to work every day because I felt like a firefighter.”
With support from her husband, Sir David Beckham, she managed to save the business and orchestrate a triumphant Spring/Summer show at Paris Fashion Week 2024, featuring supermodel Gigi Hadid.
Celebrity Friends and Industry Recognition
The documentary features insights from fashion icons like Dame Anna Wintour, Donatella Versace, and actress Eva Longoria, highlighting Beckham’s resilience and creativity. Wintour notes that Beckham “totally proved us wrong” about her fashion aspirations.
Family Life and Personal Insights
Beckham opens up about her relationship with David, their whirlwind romance in the 1990s, and their life as parents. While the series touches on family dynamics, Beckham keeps certain matters private, including rumored feuds with her son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola.
She also explains the reason behind her reserved public persona:
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“The minute I see a camera, I change… that’s when the miserable cow that doesn’t smile—that’s when she comes out.”
Legacy and Current Success
Today, Victoria Beckham Ltd operates offices in London and New York, with products available in over 230 stores worldwide. The Netflix documentary showcases both her personal and professional triumphs, solidifying her status as a global fashion icon.
The three-part series is available to stream now on Netflix.