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David Beckham. Early Life and Education
Early Life and Education
This timeline covers the early life, family, and educational background of David Beckham.
2 May 1975
Birth
David Robert Joseph Beckham was born at Whipps Cross University Hospital in London, England, to Ted and Sandra Georgina West.
Childhood
Growing Up
Beckham grew up in a family that supported his interest in football. His maternal grandfather was Jewish, and he describes himself as 'half-Jewish'.
Early Football Training
Youth Football
Beckham was part of the Manchester football youth system, training alongside other future stars like Ryan Giggs, Nicky Butt, Phil Neville, Gary Neville, and Paul Scholes.
