Soccer icon David Beckham kicked off his birthday celebration a month ago, but on Friday, May 2, the father of four gave thanks for his “biggest accomplishment” in an Instagram post to mark his big day.

David Beckham looked in high spirits today as he returned to the UK with his family ahead of his 50th birthday celebrations - but his eldest son Brooklyn was notably absent

Victoria Beckham is sending love to her husband, David Beckham, on his milestone 50th birthday! The Spice Girls alum shared a sweet Instagram montage of the soccer star throughout his five decades that featured several sweet moments of the two with their kids and in their early years of dating.