Lady Victoria Beckham recently revealed the intense pressure she faced regarding her weight and appearance. The renowned fashion icon recalled a moment when she was asked to weigh herself on live television only six months after giving birth to her eldest son, Brooklyn, which deeply affected her.
In her Netflix series that debuted in October 2025, the 51-year-old shared her experience, expressing how being scrutinized at a young age took a toll on her self-esteem. She admitted to struggling with self-doubt and body image issues, leading her to lose touch with reality and become overly critical of herself.
Victoria reflected on the various labels and criticisms she faced over the years, from being called “porky posh” to “skinny posh,” highlighting the challenges of not having control over her public image. She emphasized the impact of constant scrutiny on her mental and physical well-being.
According to Surrey Live, Victoria also disclosed that she resorted to unhealthy methods to control her weight, using clothing as a means to manage her appearance. She expressed how the relentless criticism affected her sense of self-worth and perpetuated feelings of inadequacy.
The three-part Netflix documentary, ‘Victoria Beckham,’ delves into the star’s early life, her rise to fame with the Spice Girls, and her journey in the fashion industry, culminating in a major showcase at Paris Fashion Week.
Her husband, Sir David Beckham, echoed her sentiments, acknowledging the prevalent culture of body shaming in the 1990s and 2000s. He emphasized the damaging effects of public scrutiny on Victoria’s well-being, noting how it altered her natural demeanor and forced her to retreat from public life.
The documentary sheds light on the couple’s struggles with societal expectations and the negative impact of media scrutiny on their personal lives. ‘Victoria Beckham’ premiered on Netflix on October 9, 2025, offering viewers a candid look into the realities of fame and the toll it can take on mental health.