David Beckham marked Cruz’s 16th birthday at a Miami restaurant over the weekend – but appeared to disregard rules surrounding the continuing pandemic.
The footballer, 45, shared photos with his son as they attended an eatery owned by nightclub mogul Dave Grutman.
The birthday boy appeared in great spirits as he grinned in front of his three-tiered graffiti-themed cake at the bash, which also saw longtime family pal Marc Anthony in attendance.
In the images, the partygoers weren’t wearing face masks and social distancing wasn’t being observed.
However, a source told MailOnline: ‘Miami has different regulations to the UK – the family are very careful and observe the rules wherever they are and get tested regularly.
‘This was a dinner in a private room and once at the table people are exempt from wearing masks.’
Flouting the rules? David Beckham marked Cruz’s 16th birthday at a Miami restaurant over the weekend – but appeared to disregard coronavirus guidelines (pictured with Marc Anthony and Dave Grutman)
Cruz’s mum Victoria, 46, also shared a snap of the boys, before posting another photo of her daughter Harper, nine.
Both David and Victoria thanked restaurateur Dave and his wife, Isabela for what appeared to be a family lunch.
But over on Dave’s Instagram page, he shared a snap of himself alongside David and Cruz, also cuddling up to singer Marc.
It appeared that the group featured at least three different households. Victoria also tagged Kristin Kristín Ólafsdóttir, a film director, suggesting she was also present.
Rules: Current legislation in Miami states that ‘people must follow the social and physical distancing and facial covering and personal protection equipment (PPE) guidelines’
Having fun: The footballer, 45, shared photos with his son as they attended an eatery owned by nightclub mogul Dave
All about Cruz: The birthday boy appeared in great spirits as he grinned in front of his three-tiered graffiti-themed cake at the bash
Current legislation in Miami – as per the New Normal Handbook – states that ‘people must follow the social and physical distancing and facial covering and personal protection equipment (PPE) guidelines as defined by our Emergency Orders, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and consistent with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other regulatory guidelines’.
It then lists the guidelines as maintaining a ‘six foot distance between people… in restaurants, casinos and other indoor entertainment venues’ and that patrons ‘should wear facial coverings at all times in public, with certain exceptions’.
It adds: ‘All persons throughout Miami-Dade County are still required to wear a mask or other facial covering when in public, at parks, and inside all establishment but are not required to have them on under the following exceptions only…’
Before listing the exception: ‘Persons are actively eating or drinking at restaurants or smoking.’
Close: Cruz’s mum Victoria, 46, also shared a snap of the boys, before posting another photo of her daughter Harper, nine
It further adds: ‘Social distancing protocols must be observed by patrons and staff… with the maintenance of social distancing of 6 feet between parties. Per table party limit of 6 persons must be maintained whether seating is indoors or outdoors.’
MailOnline has approached representatives for the Beckhams for comment.
The power couple reportedly flew via private jet to see in the New Year in Florida, allegedly celebrating at the £30 million mansion of Nicola Peltz’s family.
They are said to have embarked on the journey on Christmas Day, crossing the Atlantic in the safety of a private jet amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, an insider claimed they flew to the city with their children because David has business there with his footballer team, Inter Miami.
They told The Sun: ‘David and Victoria had been planning this trip for months. David needed to be in Miami in January on Inter Miami duty because it’s the start of the MLS pre-season, and he is helping recruit new players.
‘He also hadn’t been able to get there since last March due to restrictions so it was an important trip.
‘After spending Christmas morning at their Cotwsolds home – which was Tier Two at the time – they all took Covid Tests before safely flying from a local airport via private jet to Florida.
‘Once in the US, Brooklyn was reunited with Nicola, and the two families spent some lovely quality time together. Unfortunately, and in a scenario beyond their control, since being Stateside, lockdown mk iii came into effect.’
Welcome to Miami? The famous family reportedly flew via private jet to see in the New Year in Miami, allegedly celebrating at the £30 million mansion of Nicola Peltz’s family
And they’re off! Their trip came after the pair split their time between the States and the UK between last March, travelling from LA to London to the Cotswolds to Miami and then back to the Cotswolds
Earlier in the weekend, David and Victoria uploaded a series of throwback clips of their youngest son in celebration of his milestone.
The couple – who are also the parents of Brooklyn, 21, Romeo, 18, and Harper, nine – unveiled a series of behind-the-scenes snaps and videos from Cruz’s life with his famous family, ranging from his toddler to teen years.
Captioning her own montage, proud mother Victoria, 46, wrote: ‘Happy Birthday!! @cruzbeckham we all love u so much xxxx We are so proud of the man you have turned into! So sweet and so kind x we love you x kisses.’
Happy birthday! Earlier in the weekend, David and Victoria uploaded a series of throwback clips of their youngest son in celebration of his milestone
She signed off the heartwarming note from the rest of the family, adding: @davidbeckham @brooklynbeckham @romeobeckham #harperseven x.’
Set to the Jackson 5’s classic 1969 track I Want You Back, Victoria’s video showed a number of key moments in Cruz’s life, including his time learning martial arts, posing with his siblings and parents and his 2019 baptism alongside sister Harper.
Cruz was also seen posing with his famous godparents – actress and producer Eva Longoria, 45, and singing superstar Marc, 52.
For his part, football legend David, 45, took to his own Instagram account to share a similar montage, which was set to The Rembrandts’ enduring track I’ll Be There For You, more popularly known as theme song from Friends.
Famous faces: In the video montage, Cruz was also seen posing with his famous godparents – actress and producer Eva Longoria, 45, and singing superstar Marc, 52
Special moments: Among the special moments included from Cruz’s life was his 2019 baptism with his younger sister Harper
Picture vault: Former Spice Girl opened up her vault of snapshots and videos to share adorable throwback images of Cruz
Family: She included snaps of all of her family together. Pictured (L-R) are Brooklyn, David, Harper, Victoria, Cruz and Romeo
Tune: Set to the Jackson 5’s classic hit track I Want You Back, Victoria’s video showed a number of key moments in Cruz’s life
Strike a pose: Also included in the heartwarming video montage were various selfies showing Cruz with his superstar parents
Over various stages of his life, Cruz was shown fishing, boxing, jetskiing, snowboarding and enjoying time on the beach with his family.
And, as with Victoria’s video, he was also shown displaying his vocal talents as he sang for his close-knit family – though he was hilariously interrupted by an off-camera David, whose warbling proved to be less than tuneful.
Penning his own tribute, sportsman David wrote: ‘Happy 16th Birthday to my little man… Have the most amazing day, dad is so proud of you ❤️ love you always and forever ❤️ sorry about the singing.’
Following Victoria’s lead, the former Manchester United ace also signed out with the names of his wife and children, though he also tagged the official Friends account.
Very proud papa: For his part, hunky football legend David took to his own Instagram account to share a similar montage
catchy: His clip was set to The Rembrandts’ enduring track I’ll Be There For You, popularly known as theme song from Friends
Fun: A younger Cruz was seen enjoying a host of fun-filled moments with his parents and siblings in the heartwarming tribute
We are family: Among the host of snaps, it was clear to see that the Beckham offspring enjoy an adorably close relationship
Elsewhere, Cruz’ big brother Brooklyn also shared his own tribute to the birthday boy, sharing a snap of Cruz shaving.
While on his stories, he shared an image of himself embracing Cruz and their little sister Harper.
In a sweet message to his sibling, he penned: ‘Happy 16th birthday Cruz x love you so much lil bro ❤️❤️.’