David Beckham, 46, defiantly persists in sharing snaps showing him kissing Harper, 10, on the lips

David Beckham took to Instagram on Friday to share an image showing him kissing his 10-year-old daughter Harper on the lips. 

The sweet image saw the duo taking a walk in the park and sharing the tender moment, in a defiant stance from the sportsman, 46, who has faced criticism in the past over sharing images showing him kissing Harper. 

As with previous comments from fans, followers took to the comments section to weigh in on the shots, with some branding the images ‘beautiful’ and defending the star, while others insisted she was too old for the gesture. 

David and Harper were wrapped up warm against the cold in a duo of images, with the second showing them kissing on the lips. 

Taking to the comments section, critics penned: ‘She is a big girl now time for you to stop kissing her on the lips… Bad to kiss your daughter.’

Despite the uncertainty from some, others were more encouraging of the gesture, with fans writing: ‘Beautiful!! But wait for the ‘don’t kiss your child on the lips’ complete weirdo comments… shut up this is totally normal.’

Earlier in the day, mum Victoria shared an image of a sweet note left to the couple by Harper shortly before the daddy-daughter duo headed out for their walk.   

Not happy: Back in 2018, David shared a sweet snap of himself kissing then-seven-year-old daughter Harper while ice-skating in London

Shock: The sweet image saw the duo taking a walk in the park and sharing the tender moment, in a defiant stance from the sportsman, 46, who has faced criticism in the past over sharing images showing him kissing Harper

Unsure: Taking to the comments section, critics penned: ‘She is a big girl now time for you to stop kissing her on the lips… Bad to kiss your daughter’

Defensive: Despite the uncertainty from some, others were more encouraging of the gesture, with fans writing: ‘Beautiful!! But wait for the ‘don’t kiss your child on the lips’ complete weirdo comments… shut up this is totally normal’

The sweet note read: ‘Dear mummy and daddy, I love you sooo much night night, sleep well love you. I hope you had a nice dinner. Love you with all my heart. Love Harper’, with a series of kiss and heart signs.  

David’s continual images of a similar nature mark his defiance in the face of critics, with fans frequently divided over such images. 

Back in 2018, David shared a sweet snap of himself kissing then-seven-year-old daughter Harper while ice-skating in London.

Sweet: Earlier in the day, mum Victoria shared an image of a sweet note left to the couple by Harper shortly before the daddy-daughter duo headed out for their walk

Debate: In October 2020, David once again sparked much debate among fans with a snap was shared of him kissing his daughter Harper on the lips

The former footballer’s innocent picture was met with a flurry of comments from trolls claiming it was ‘wrong’ for a father to kiss his daughter on the lips. 

Many loyal fans soon rushed to his defence with the likes of WAG Rebekah Vardy insisting people were ‘sick’ for ruining a completely natural image.

In October 2020, David once again sparked much debate among fans with a snap was shared of him kissing his daughter Harper on the lips.

Celebration: On New Year’s Day, David shared a snap showing him kissing Harper as they enjoyed a fireworks display and wished fans a Happy New Year

The football legend was seen enjoying some quality time with his youngest offspring Harper, nine, as they foraged for fruits and vegetables.

However, when wife Victoria uploaded to her Instagram account, divided followers soon started to debate whether they thought this appropriate.

One follower penned one of the star’s followers: ‘Adore your family, but never understood those parents’ kisses on the lips. Still the best family.’

On New Year’s Day, David shared a snap showing him kissing Harper as they enjoyed a fireworks display and wished fans a Happy New Year.  

Doting: David and Victoria often document family life on social media