Romeo Beckham and his girlfriend Kim Turnbull maintained a united front at Paris Fashion Week on Sunday, presenting a picture of defiant normalcy nearly a week after his brother Brooklyn's explosive six-page statement denouncing their family.
Defiant Display Amid Family Turmoil
The 23-year-old footballer turned model cut a casual figure in a blue beanie and camouflage trousers as he left his hotel hand-in-hand with Turnbull, a 24-year-old London-based model and DJ. Their appearance came despite Brooklyn's statement, which accused their mother Victoria of calling him "evil," criticised both brothers, and pledged allegiance to his wife Nicola Peltz.
Brooklyn's remarkable document revealed he has no wish to reconcile with his family, describing his parents as "manipulative" and detailing numerous grievances including wedding interference, financial pressure, and public humiliation. The 26-year-old claimed his mother hijacked his first dance with Peltz at their wedding, dancing "very inappropriately" on him in front of 500 guests.
Elton John's Mediation Role
Also present in the French capital was Elton John, 78, with husband David Furnish, 63. The legendary musician, who attended the Jacquemus show, has been a close Beckham family friend for over three decades and serves as Brooklyn's godfather.
Sources reveal that last summer, when family tensions reportedly reached fever pitch, John acted as a mediator. "Elton is the showbiz equivalent of Switzerland," a source told The Sun. "He's utterly neutral in this row. Elton of old may have relished in taking sides - in this case his young godson, Brooklyn - but two years off his 80th birthday, he's a man who has seen and done it all. He just wants everyone to be happy."
The source added that John and Furnish find the situation "terribly sad" and have gently suggested to all involved that "life is short - to patch things up." However, they emphasised that John is "adamant he doesn't want to stick his nose in" the feud, simply desiring peace.
Complicated Relationship History
Turnbull rekindled her relationship with Romeo in October after initially splitting when Brooklyn's feud with their parents strained their romance. At the time of their separation, it was alleged that Turnbull was being used as a "scapegoat" in Brooklyn's row with his parents, following claims she had previously dated the chef.
Brooklyn's statement seemed to allude to this history, suggesting his wife felt uncomfortable around Turnbull. The well-heeled granddaughter of post-war sculptor William Turnbull found herself at the centre of claims she was the reason behind the rift between the Beckham brothers.
Following speculation about her past with Brooklyn, Turnbull shared a lengthy Instagram statement insisting she has only ever had a friendship with the eldest Beckham son. "I have never been romantically involved in ANY capacity at ANY point with the person in question," she wrote. "Nothing between us has occurred further than a school friendship at age 16."
Fashion Week Continues Unaffected
The Beckham drama unfolded against the backdrop of Paris Fashion Week's winter collections, with designers Jacquemus, Patou and Sacai presenting their latest creations. Stars including Lennon Gallagher, Diane Kruger, Lili Reinhart, Kelly Rutherford, Coco Rocha, and Anna Wintour were spotted at various shows across the capital.
Despite the family turmoil, Romeo and Turnbull's appearance suggested their commitment to maintaining their public lives and professional obligations. Their relationship had begun seven months prior to the initial family row, but friends reported it "fizzled out" just three weeks after David Beckham's 50th birthday celebrations, which Brooklyn and Peltz notably missed.
Sources close to the situation maintain that the couple's initial separation had "nothing to do" with Turnbull being blamed for the family feud. "The fact is that Kim has got a really busy career as a DJ and Romeo has a busy work life too," a source explained. "There is lots of travelling for both of them and having a relationship at this time isn't all that conducive to their lives."
As the fashion world continues its Parisian parade, the Beckham family drama reveals the complex intersection of celebrity, family loyalty, and public image management in the modern entertainment landscape.
