A Misshapen Bald Patch and a Family Laugh
David Beckham, the 50-year-old former football star known for his iconic style, recently found himself in an unexpected situation when he tried to cut his own hair at home. The result was a noticeable bald patch that left him with a rather unusual look. The incident occurred when the clipper of his hair trimmer fell off while he was shaving, leading to an unflattering outcome.
Beckham, who has always been associated with trendsetting hairstyles, attempted to cover up the damage. His wife, Victoria, took to her Instagram page on Sunday to share the aftermath of the mishap. She posted a photo of David, who was seen covering the triangular-shaped patch on his buzz cut with his hands. In the caption, she playfully asked, “You tried to cut your hair but what have you done?”
Victoria couldn’t help but laugh at the reveal, while David insisted, “It’s not funny. The clipper head fell off.” She continued, “The hours of content that the kids have got from this. It does not look good. I’m going to always be honest with you – it looks terrible.”
Despite the recent blunder, Beckham is still celebrated for his iconic looks throughout the years. His buzzcut, which he adopted in the early 2000s, is considered one of his most popular and recognizable styles. The look was inspired by a conversation with his then-hairdresser, Tyler, who questioned his decision to cut his hair. “I said to him: ‘I’m gonna cut my hair’ and he was like: ‘Are you sure? You really want to do that?’” Beckham recalled in an episode of the family’s Netflix series, Beckham, in 2023.
His decision to go for the buzzcut also drew some attention from his Manchester United coach, Sir Alex Ferguson. During a 2000 game between Leicester City and Manchester United, Beckham made his debut with the new look. The sports commentators noted that “the blonde locks have gone” and that “the sight … will take a bit of getting used to.” Ferguson reportedly confronted Beckham about the decision, calling him out for his “stubbornness” before adding, “And then I said: ‘Oh well.’”
However, Beckham clarified that he didn’t shave his head for the sake of publicity. “I never did it to create attention. I’m not that person,” he stated. Despite the initial reactions, the buzzcut became a defining feature of his public image.
James Clarke, a Manchester paparazzi member, shared his recollection of the reactions to Beckham cutting his blond hair. “When David Beckham shaved his head, I honestly thought a member of my family had died. Because my phone went off,” he said. “The panic in people’s voices that this… We haven’t got it documented yet.”
While the recent hair mishap may have been a moment of embarrassment for Beckham, it also provided a lighthearted moment for his family and fans. As the world continues to watch the former footballer’s journey, it’s clear that his iconic style and personality remain as influential as ever.
