Romeo Beckham has been spotted in public for the first time since his elder brother Brooklyn launched a scathing attack on their parents, David and Victoria Beckham. The 23-year-old former footballer appeared alongside his girlfriend, Kim Turnbull, 24, during a casual outing in the Notting Hill area of west London on Tuesday.
Public Appearance Amid Family Tensions
This sighting comes just one day after Brooklyn Beckham, 26, shared a six-page statement on Instagram, declaring he has no desire to reconcile with his family. In his lengthy post, Brooklyn accused his parents of controlling narratives about the family and claimed his mother, Victoria, had repeatedly invited women from his past into their lives in ways intended to cause discomfort.
Romeo appeared somewhat tense during the Notting Hill stroll, walking several paces ahead of Kim as they took their dog for a walk. He maintained a casual aesthetic, wearing a grey zip-up jacket with distinctive orange panels, complemented by quirky Looney Tunes Ugg boots and a beige graphic-print beanie.
Kim Turnbull's Casual Ensemble
Meanwhile, Kim Turnbull opted for a relaxed outfit consisting of a grey hoody and black figure-hugging leggings. She carried the dog lead while crossing the street and completed her look with white gym socks, chunky white and silver trainers, and a mini Chanel tote bag that retails from approximately £1,800.
During their outing, Romeo was observed chatting briefly with a man on the street before the couple headed into a juice shop in the fashionable west London neighbourhood.
The Complicated Backstory
The current public appearance occurs against a backdrop of complex family dynamics that have unfolded over recent months. Brooklyn's relationship with his parents reportedly deteriorated significantly when he and his wife, Nicola Peltz, 31, were notably absent from David Beckham's 50th birthday celebrations earlier this year.
Kim Turnbull found herself unexpectedly drawn into the family dispute when speculation emerged that she might be connected to the rift between Brooklyn and Romeo. The London-based model and DJ had previously dated Romeo for seven months before their relationship reportedly "fizzled out" earlier this year, only to rekindle their romance in October.
Denials and Clarifications
In response to rumours suggesting she had a romantic history with Brooklyn, Kim issued a public statement on her Instagram page denying any romantic involvement. She clarified that her connection with Brooklyn extended no further than a school friendship when they were both sixteen years old.
"I have never been romantically involved in ANY capacity at ANY point with the person in question," Kim stated emphatically. "Nothing between us has occurred further than a school friendship at age 16."
Following Kim's statement, Romeo shared a cryptic post about "spreading unnecessary lies," though he didn't explicitly reference the family situation.
Brooklyn's Explosive Allegations
In his Monday night statement, Brooklyn made several serious allegations against his family. He claimed to have been "controlled by a family that values public promotion above all else" and suggested that being with his wife Nicola had brought him "peace and relief" after struggling with anxiety.
The chef further alleged that Victoria Beckham cancelled making Nicola's wedding dress at the "eleventh hour" and hijacked their first dance at their wedding, leaving him so "embarrassed" that the couple decided to renew their vows without his family present last year.
Brooklyn also referenced feeling uncomfortable about women from his past being brought into family situations, which many interpreted as an allusion to Kim Turnbull's presence in Romeo's life.
Family Background and Connections
Kim Turnbull comes from an artistic family background as the granddaughter of renowned post-war sculptor and painter William Turnbull. Her father, Alex Turnbull, and uncle, Johnny, were members of the post-punk band 23 Skidoo, formed in 1979.
Prior to her relationship with Romeo, Kim dated Rocco Ritchie, the son of Madonna and Guy Ritchie, and through that connection was part of a friendship group that included Brooklyn Beckham in 2016.
Current Status and Moving Forward
Since rekindling their relationship in October, Romeo and Kim have been photographed together on multiple occasions, including a PDA-filled outing in London just last week. Their reappearance as a couple suggests they are moving forward despite the ongoing family tensions.
Brooklyn and Nicola have continued to distance themselves from significant family events, having missed not only David's 50th birthday celebrations but also his knighthood ceremony. The couple's absence from these milestone occasions has fuelled ongoing speculation about the depth of the family rift.
The Beckham family has been approached for comment regarding the recent developments, but no official statement has been released at this time. As one of Britain's most prominent celebrity families, their personal dynamics continue to attract significant public attention and media scrutiny.
