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David Beckham thanks dad with retro photo

He may be a football legend, but David Beckham is a big softie at heart who loves his dad, and being one himself.

Football legend David Beckham has celebrated Father’s Day (in the US) with a throwback image of him with his biggest fan — his father. The retired soccer star is seen standing alongside his father, David Edward Allen Beckham, holding two trophies, including the Premier League trophy.

The recently turned 40-year-old wrote on his Facebook page, “Happy Father’s Day dad… Thank you for all the support you have given me over the years… To all the dads around the world have an amazing day and enjoy being spoilt by your beautiful children”.

He also shared a picture of the “perfect Father’s Day gift” he received from his children, Harper, 3, Brooklyn, 16, Romeo, 12, and Cruz, 10. He seems to adore the beaded bracelet that spells “Daddy,” capped on either end with hearts.

To see more amazing throwback photos of David Beckham through the ages click through our gallery and take a walk through memory lane.

David Beckham in Cambodia.

“Amazing day in Cambodia visiting the Angkor Wat temple …. One of the most beautiful places in the world …….”

David Beckham in Cambodia.

“Today’s amazing visit with @unicef to meet children affected by violence. Violence against any child is unacceptable. Children should never be in danger…great to see @unicef work & the smiles on these children’s faces …”

A baby-faced Beckham playing for Manchester United Youth in 1993.

Beckham celebrating a goal for Manchester United in 1996.

Beckham in his England gear in 1997.

Beckham with the FA Cup in 1997.

Beckham celebrating at goal at the 1998 Soccer World Cup.

With new fiancee Victoria Adams in 1998.

Playing for Manchester United in 1998.

With the European Cup in 1999.

Beckham after a UEFA Champions League match in 1999.

David Beckham in 1999.

On the field with son Brooklyn in 2000.

Beckham in 2000.

Beckham celebrates after a win for Manchester United in 2000.

Beckham at a press conference in 2001.

Showing off platinum locks in the Champions League in 2002.

Beckham with the FA Cup in 2003.

After signing with Real Madrid in 2003.

Showing off his impressive physique in 2003.

With plaited cornrows in 2003.

Playing for Real Madrid in 2004.

Beckham for Real Madrid in 2007.

Playing for the LA Galaxy after his move Stateside in 2008.

Playing for the LA Galaxy in 2008.

Playing for the LA Galaxy in 2011.

Playing for the LA Galaxy in 2011.

Looking dapper in 2012.

Beckham’s first training session with Paris Saint-Germain FC in 2013.

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