For years, people have labeled Victoria Beckham as the "ice queen" who never cracks a smile – but according to her, that perception couldn’t be further from the truth. And here’s where it gets surprising: she says she’s been smiling all along… just not in the way people expect.
In Netflix’s freshly released docuseries Victoria Beckham, the former Posh Spice opens up about how she became notorious for her so-called frosty demeanor while climbing the celebrity ladder – first as part of the Spice Girls, and later while navigating high society alongside her husband, soccer icon David Beckham. Public opinion wasn’t kind; phrases like “miserable cow” followed her for years, even though she insists the nickname didn’t match what was really going on inside.
She admits with a laugh that she’s well aware of the criticism. "Don’t be shocked," she says. "I actually do smile." Then she offers the most unexpected explanation: it all comes down to camera angles. On red carpets, David Beckham always stands to her left – but Victoria’s natural smile favors her left side too. When photographers catch her from the right, she claims it makes her look unwell, so she tries to keep a neutral expression. "I’m smiling on the inside, but no one ever sees it," she says, which might explain why she’s often mistaken for looking annoyed or unhappy.
The candid revelation is just one highlight from the three-part Netflix series, which charts her journey from ’90s pop superstardom to her marriage to David, and eventually her high-powered career in fashion. Viewers can expect behind-the-scenes stories, personal confessions, and glimpses into the couple’s glamorous – and sometimes scrutinized – life.
But here’s the part that might spark debate: does a celebrity owe the public a constant outward display of warmth, or should they be free to protect their comfort on the red carpet without judgment? Some will say her explanation feels like a clever image rebrand; others might see it as an honest peek at the pressures of living under a constant spotlight.
What’s your take? Is this simply how Victoria has always been misunderstood, or is it partly a masterclass in controlling public perception? Drop your thoughts in the comments – and yes, smiling is optional.
