It was the first of many celebrations to mark David Beckham’s 50th birthday next month – and certainly set the bar high. The former England captain’s family were dressed to impress as they arrived at an opulent black-tie party thrown by friends in Miami.

Held at the exclusive Italian restaurant Cipriani, the 100-strong guest list was a who’s who of sporting and showbusiness royalty.

Of course, no Beckham party would be complete without their offspring. Romeo, 22, was joined by his girlfriend Kim

Turnbull, while Cruz, 20, brought along his partner Jackie Apostel. Daughter Harper, 13, was also there.

Eldest son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz were noticeably absent, due to working commitments in Los Angeles.

The bash – which comes a whole month before Beckham’s actual birthday on May 2 – was attended by football A-listers Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets – all of whom now play for David’s Inter Miami team in Florida.

Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, a close friend of David’s, was in attendance until the early hours, as was Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber.

American football star Tom Brady and filmmaker Justin Theroux – who was previously married to actress Jennifer Aniston – also partied late into the night.

Held at the exclusive Italian restaurant Cipriani, the 100-strong guest list was a who’s who of sporting and showbusiness royalty

The bash – which comes a whole month before Beckham’s actual birthday on May 2 – was attended by football A-listers Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets (pictured above left to right alongside Beckham)

Comedian Jack Whitehall was spotted among the crowd, as was Ben Winston, the British television producer behind James Corden’s Late Late Show.

Latin singer Marc Anthony and his wife, model Nadia Ferreira, were also at the event.

‘It was definitely star-studded,’ one guest told the Mail. ‘But then I guess that’s what happens when most of your football team used to play for Barcelona.

‘The party was thrown by David’s new friends he has made in Miami. He has made himself a proper little community there so they wanted to give him a good old party while he was out there.’

Friends of the Beckhams described the party as ‘super fun but relaxed’.

However the celebrations carried on late into the night and at one point David hopped on to the decks, from where trendy American DJs D-Nice and Stretch Armstrong played ‘old school music’ – something Victoria particularly enjoyed.

‘There was so much nostalgia in the room, Victoria couldn’t get enough of it,’ one insider told the Mail. ‘She was having the time of her life. It was utterly joyous and she barely left the dance floor all night.

‘All of the classics were played, which took David back in time and he loved it.’

Victoria Beckham shared a sweet tribute to Instagram in light of the celebration, wishing her husband a happy birthday

Victoria’s best friend, Desperate Housewives actress Eva Longoria, joined her in a black number

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David, who had to give up his beloved red wine at the end of last year to get ready for a Hugo Boss underwear shoot, knocked back another favourite tipple, whisky – but for others it was the champagne that flowed.

In typical Miami style, reduced-calorie beer Bud Light was also being glugged.

On the menu were salads, fish and pasta – the footballer’s favourite. Victoria, who turned 50 last April, made the most of the evening – and not just when it came to dancing.

In typically astute fashion, the former Spice Girl ensured her collection of dresses were the talk of the night.

She dressed in her own ivory £850 floor-length cami dress, while daughter Harper wore the same frock as her mum but in a brown shade.

Victoria’s best friend, Desperate Housewives actress Eva Longoria, joined her in a black number.

Unlike his wife – who threw an extravagant event at Mayfair members’ club Oswald’s for her 50th – after the night out in Miami David is planning several smaller events to mark his milestone.

One source close to the Beckhams said: ‘David is embracing turning 50’

While he is keen to keep them a secret, it is understood that he will spend the day itself with his family.

One source close to the Beckhams said: ‘David is embracing turning 50.

‘He is determined to do it in style – but without a big bash. That’s not really his style.

‘But if this party is anything to go by then the rest had better be spectacular.’