David Beckham is 'baffled and upset' after learning that his older sister is living on benefits

David Beckham with Lynne, her husband Colin and his other sister Joanne, right, at their 1999 wedding
David Beckham was said to be 'baffled and upset' yesterday after it emerged that his oldest sister is claiming state benefits.
The footballer, 35, who has an estimated fortune of £125million, has always helped provide for Lynne, 38.
However, Miss Beckham is said to be in such dire financial straits that she is claiming £164 a week in handouts. She gets £68 a week in income support alongside £96 weekly tax credits.
In addition, the mother of three has a new live-in boyfriend - a man with a criminal record for violence.
A source close to the star said: 'David had no idea Lynne was on benefits. He bought her the house she lives in. He has always provided for her and her children.
'He has given her money and anything she needs, so he is clearly baffled and really quite upset.'
Relations between Beckham and his jobless sister have been strained over the years because of the footballer's disapproval of her estranged husband.
In 1998, feelings between the siblings chilled after her partner Colin Every was revealed to be selling cocaine from their home.