Glamour June Cover: Nicola and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham Prove Love Conquers All
I knew after three months that I wanted to marry her. – Brooklyn Peltz Beckham
Today, Glamour released a global June cover entitled ‘Love Rules’ starring Nicola and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham. Showing what very real love can look like today, the couple offer an intimate look into their happiest moments, which seldom make it online.
Nicola, actor and director, and Brooklyn, photographer and entrepreneur, sat down at one of their happy places in Los Angeles (The Polo Bar) where they discussed their shared great loves (their dogs and family), their happy place (their sofa) and how they stayed centered on their wedding day with Theresa Pichler, Glamour Germany.
On believing love at first sight
Brooklyn: ‘The first time I saw Nicola at Coachella [in 2017], I was instantly drawn to her. She was gorgeous, obviously, but it was her warmth and energy that stuck with me. Even though it was a blink-and-you-miss-it moment, I never forgot it.’
Nicola: ‘It was brief, but I felt something. I had a boyfriend, he had a girlfriend—but there was this instant charm. He took a few photos of me, and somehow that moment stayed with me for years.’
On their definition of love
Nicola: ‘(…) It’s this calm feeling, a sense of safety that takes over your whole body. I’d never felt that before.’
Brooklyn: ‘You should marry your best friend. Someone who feels like home. For me, that’s Nicola.’
On the surprise proposal
Nicola: ‘I honestly had no idea—I would’ve worn a different outfit! Brooklyn planned everything in secret. After the proposal (my family) drove up in golf carts. I cried so hard my face was swollen. I couldn’t even take a proper photo. I only really looked at the ring later.’
Brooklyn: ‘(…) a few hours earlier, I’d gotten into a golf cart accident and had to get stitches in my hand. My thumb was wrapped. I couldn’t even open the wine!’
On advice they’d give to couples planning a wedding
Nicola: ‘Someone gave us this advice and I’m so glad we listened: Take a moment during [your wedding] day just for the two of you. Step away, breathe, be together. Those were my favorite moments. Weddings can be intense, especially when you’re busy making sure everyone else is having fun. That little break reminded us what it’s really about: us.’
Brooklyn: ‘After the ceremony, find time to disappear for a second. We took a quick drive, just the two of us. It was perfect. Also: Love each other, be honest, and always protect one another. I had our vows tattooed on me.’
On their shared surname
Brooklyn: ‘We thought it was sweet. Especially thinking ahead, to when we have kids. Just imagine a bunch of little Peltz Beckhams running around.’
Nicola: ‘For me, it really mattered. Especially as a woman. If you don’t want to give up your name, combining them is a good solution.’
On mental health as a celebrity couple
Nicola: ‘(…) Instagram sees the parties and events, the Coachella moments. But the truth is, we’re at our best when we’re curled up on the couch with our dogs, watching a movie or eating dinner in sweats.’
When asked how they protect their privacy, Brooklyn: ‘Ignore the noise. Keep your head down, work hard, be kind. People are always going to talk. What matters is that we’re happy together. We’re happiest just hanging out with our dogs at home. No cameras. Watching Love Island.’
Read the complete interview here.