Rebecca Loos never expected to become a well-known figure, but in 2004, at just 26 years old, she publicly alleged an affair with her boss—none other than global football star David Beckham, who was married to Spice Girl Victoria Beckham. Reflecting on her past decisions during a 60 Minutes interview with Dimity Clancey, Rebecca remarked, "I wish that I had maybe been a bit smarter… but things were done the way they were done."
Years later, her past resurfaced with the release of Beckham’s Netflix docuseries in 2023, prompting Rebecca to feel the urge to speak out again. "If somebody tries to bring me down and smear me, I’m gonna have to stand up for myself," she stated firmly. Throughout the interview, Rebecca maintained that she has remained truthful about the affair, despite facing powerful opposition from Beckham and his media-savvy family.
Once Beckham’s assistant during his time at Real Madrid, Rebecca recalled the nature of their relationship, which began professionally but soon grew more personal. She described Beckham as charming and kind, but also recounted how their romance quickly became tumultuous. Initially, she was flattered by Beckham’s attention, particularly when he made advances one night while his wife was away. However, the excitement soon faded into realisation as she felt played when Beckham was spotted with other women shortly after.
The scandal exploded into headlines when detailed accounts and photographs of their time together leaked to the press, resulting in a media frenzy. Confronted by attacks on her character, Rebecca felt compelled to share her story, highlighting the emotional toll the experience took on her mental health. "I think all of that impacted my mental health in a way that it was quite traumatic," she revealed.
Although she acknowledges that she might have navigated the situation differently, Rebecca expressed pride in having defended herself. "I went up against England’s favourite son, so it was a harsh environment," she said. Now married with two children, she reflected on her past with a sense of resilience, wishing she could reassure her younger self of her future happiness.
In hindsight, Rebecca hopes that her story serves as a reminder of the importance of standing one’s ground, regardless of the powerful adversaries one may face. "I’ll tell her she’s gonna be okay and she will find love and happiness," she affirmed, as she continues to grapple with the emotional weight of her past.