Sandra Beckham was overcome with emotion when she reunited with her son David following his knighthood announcement in the King's Birthday Honours on Friday.
The former England captain revealed his mother "cried when she arrived, cried during lunch and cried when I was leaving" during their meal at Tony's Pie and Mash in London.
David, who has been honoured for services to sport and charity, shared the touching moment on Instagram, describing it as "special" for the entire family.
The 50-year-old footballer hadn't seen his mother since the announcement that he would become Sir David Beckham.
David Beckham shared a sweet announcement on social media
GettySandra herself admitted feeling "emotional" about people approaching her son to offer congratulations using his new title, commenting that it brought "tears again".
David took to Instagram to share the emotional reunion, posting a photograph of himself with his mother and sister Joanne at Tony's Traditional Pie & Eel House in Essex.
He wrote: "Lunch with Mum, haven't seen her since the news... Mum cried when she arrived, cried during lunch and cried when I was leaving x special moment for us all. Love you mum x @sandra_beckham49 (Dads next)".
Sandra responded to her son's post, revealing her own overwhelming emotions.
She commented: "Love you more... was emotional people saying congratulations Sir... see tears again".
The heartfelt exchange drew thousands of responses from fans celebrating the family's joy.
David's sister Joanne also commented on the post, writing: "She hasn't stopped crying happy tears. Such special times. Unbelievably proud of you. Love you".
Victoria Beckham expressed her pride in her husband's achievement, writing on Instagram: "You've always been my knight in shining armour, but now it's official.
Sir @davidbeckham!!! What an honour, I couldn't be prouder of you. Your dedication to the things that matter most — your country, your work, your passion, and most of all, your family — has never wavered."
The former Spice Girl, who will now be known as Lady Victoria Beckham, added: "The way you've touched so many lives over the years with kindness and humility speaks volumes about the man you are and continues to inspire us everyday.
"But above all else, I'm so, so proud to call you mine. I love you so much xxxx".
Beckham responded to his wife's post by expressing his love for his family, mentioning each of his four children.
David Beckham has received a knighthood from the King
INSTAGRAMThe update comes as rumours of a feud between the Beckham husband and wife and their eldest son, Brooklyn and wife Nicola Peltz continues.
The reported rift was further speculated on after Brooklyn "snubbed" his dad's sweet Father's Day message.
The Manchester United legend, who first made his Premier League debut in 1995, was previously awarded an OBE by the late Queen Elizabeth in 2003 for services to football.
He has been a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2005 and was named an ambassador for the King's Foundation last year.
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Victoria Beckham's mum was emotional as she saw her son for the first time since his knighthood was announced
GettyIn a statement, Sir David said: "Growing up in east London with parents and grandparents who were so patriotic and proud to be British I never could have imagined I would receive such a truly humbling honour.
"To have played for and captained my country was the greatest privilege of my career and literally a boyhood dream come true."
He added: "It will take a little while for the news to sink in but I'm immensely proud and it's such an emotional moment for me to share with my family."
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