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David Beckham

David Beckham is an English former professional footballer, businessman, and football executive born on 2 May 1975 in Leytonstone, London.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

David Beckham is an English former professional footballer, businessman, and football executive, born on 2 May 1975 in Leytonstone, London. He is widely known for his years at Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as for co-owning Inter Miami CF and Salford City. He married Victoria Beckham in 1999 and has four children.

Early life

David Beckham was born in Leytonstone, London, in 1975 and became a youth player associated with Manchester United. His playing style was defined by right-sided midfield play, crossing, and free kicks.

Club career

Beckham’s senior club career included Manchester United, Preston North End, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain. He won major domestic and international honours during his time at Manchester United and later became a global sports figure.

Personal life

Beckham married singer Victoria Adams in 1999. The couple have four children: Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper.

Post-playing career

After retiring from professional football in 2013, Beckham remained involved in the sport as a club executive and co-owner. He is associated with Inter Miami CF and Salford City F.C.

Key facts

  • David Beckham was born on 2 May 1975 in Leytonstone, London, England.
  • He played for Manchester United, Preston North End, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain.
  • He married Victoria Beckham in 1999 and has four children.
  • He is president and co-owner of Inter Miami CF and co-owner of Salford City F.C.
  • His height is listed as 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m).
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Canadian context

Beckham is known in Canada largely through international football coverage, celebrity culture, and his role as co-owner of Inter Miami CF, an MLS club followed by Canadian soccer fans.

Frequently asked questions

How old is David Beckham?
He was born on 2 May 1975, so he is 51 years old as of 23 July 2026.
What is David Beckham's net worth?
A widely cited estimate in the available sources puts his net worth at about $450 million, though net worth figures vary by source and date.
What teams did David Beckham play for?
His senior club teams included Manchester United, Preston North End, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Is David Beckham married?
Yes. He has been married to Victoria Beckham since 1999.
How many children does David Beckham have?
He has four children.
What is David Beckham's height?
He is listed at 6 ft 0 in, or 1.83 m.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Beckham
    Supports: Birth date, height, club career, current roles, basic biographical details.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/David-Beckham
    Supports: Birth date, marriage to Victoria Beckham, four children, biographical overview.
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/athletes/david-beckham
    Supports: Marriage, children, retirement year, and reported net worth estimate.
  4. BBC Newsround — https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/articles/cx2wzdv4n2wo
    Supports: Career teams, retirement, and role with Inter Miami CF.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0065743/
    Supports: Height, children, and birth year.