David Beckham’s father Ted Beckham has reportedly tied the knot to millionaire solicitor partner Hilary Meredith , 62, in an intimate ceremony.
The 46-year-old football star is reported to have been best man for his dad at Friday’s low key nuptials, which were held in London’s Temple.
The bride and the groom are entering their second marriage. Ted, who had divorced Sandra his mother after 33 years of marriage to David in 2002, is now the husband.
Congratulations: David Beckham’s father Ted Beckham has reportedly tied the knot to millionaire solicitor partner Hilary Meredith , 62, in an intimate ceremony
Beckham family members, including Victoria Beckham and David’s children Cruz (16 and Harper (16), attended the ceremony.
Brooklyn, their 22-year-old son, was believed to be in America at that time.
The publication reports that the family arrived at the wedding venue in blacked-out vehicles shortly before 3pm.
Sources revealed that it was an intimate affair, with only a few close friends and family, such as David and Victoria, and the three children.
That’s my boy: The football icon, 46, is said to have acted as best man for his father at the low-key nuptials which took place in London’s Temple on Friday, reports The Sun
David won the award for best man. He held the rings, and was scheduled to deliver a speech.
Hilary, in her 60s, and Ted in his 70s. It was the second wedding for both of them so they didn’t want to make a fuss of it but the whole family was delighted to be there.’
According to legend, David’s sister Lynne, along with her partner Kevin Briggs, were first to arrive at ceremony. David, his family and Mia Regan were next.
Ex-wife: It’s the second marriage for both the bride and groom, with Ted having divorced David’s mother Sandra in 2002 after 33 years of marriage
David was seen wearing a white shirt and white flowers on his lapel.
Hilary, the bride, wore traditional white clothes and was accompanied on her special day by Charlotte, her bridesmaid.
MailOnline reached out to David’s representatives in order for them to comment.
Ted announced his engagement to Hilary in March last year, having met his fiancée in 2019 while working for army veterans at Broughton House Veteran Care Village.
In a joint statement the couple stated that they were happy to be engaged, despite the fact there is far more urgent matters going on around the globe. Stay safe everyone.’
Family: The ceremony was attended by the Beckham clan including David’s wife Victoria and their children Romeo, 19, Cruz, 16, and ten-year-old Harper
Ted got engaged 18 years after David divorced Sandra, his mother Sandra. He had been married for 33 years to Sandra.
Ted said that David’s fame and skyrocketing popularity was what caused his divorce from Sandra.
His autobiography stated that he was not used to the world he lived in and found it very hard.
“I do not believe that we prepared ourselves for this – but I don’t know if there are any things you can do.
Close: ‘David was best man and did all the usual things the best man does like hold the rings and he was due to give a speech as well
You get just swept along with it, and you’re bowled along. It does make you tired.
Ted married Sandra in 1969. They soon had their three children Lynne (49), David (39) and Joanne (39) respectively.
David had problems with Manchester United and their marriage was over.
Former United manager Sir Alex Ferguson sold the footballer to Real Madrid for £25 million and accused him of furthering his own agenda rather than protecting the club’s interests.
Ted’s bride-to-be is a lawyer, lobbyist, and campaigner, best known for advocating the UK’s armed forces, veterans, and their families.
Hilary Meredith Solicitors is her law practice. She also serves as Visiting Professor of Veterans Affairs and Law at Chester University.
Throwback: Ted tied the knot with Sandra in 1969 and soon welcomed their three children, Lynne, 49, David and their youngest child Joanne, 39