While a bitter family feud continues to keep him at odds with his older brother, Romeo Beckham appeared carefree during a giddy public outing with his girlfriend this week.
A Public Display of Affection Away from the Drama
The 23-year-old son of David and Victoria Beckham was spotted looking trendy in a grey tracksuit as he shared a kiss with his sportswear-clad partner, Kim Turnbull, on Wednesday. The couple were seen hopping into Romeo's luxury Porsche 911, a vehicle with a starting price tag of around £100,000.
Kim, clutching the couple's dog, showcased her toned midriff in a cropped zip-up top paired with high-waisted leggings. The affectionate display, which included Romeo gently holding her cheeks, stood in stark contrast to the reported acrimony dividing the Beckham clan.
The Heart of the Family Rift
The source of the tension lies between Romeo's brother, Brooklyn Beckham, 26, and his wife, actress Nicola Peltz. The divide has grown so significant that Brooklyn and Nicola have reportedly snubbed all major family gatherings in recent months.
This exclusion was mutual. David, Victoria, Romeo, Cruz (20), and Harper (14) Beckham were notably absent from Brooklyn and Nicola's vow renewal ceremony on August 2nd at the Peltz family estate in New York's Westchester County. Brooklyn's grandparents, cousins, aunts, and uncles were also not in attendance.
According to reports, the breakdown became so severe last summer that Brooklyn requested communication from his parents only through their respective lawyers. A source stated David was told to contact them via legal firm Schillings.
The Social Media Fallout and Emotional Toll
The public rift is having a measurable impact online. While Brooklyn maintains 16 million Instagram followers, data suggests he is losing an average of 188 followers per day. Conversely, his parents' already massive followings are growing dramatically, with David and Victoria gaining an average of 2,633 new followers daily.
An insider revealed the emotional cost, stating, 'Victoria’s heart is breaking behind closed doors. Brooklyn is her firstborn and she’s worried she’s never going to get him back.' They added that seeing the vow renewal without them was particularly tough for the parents.
Despite the estrangement, Brooklyn is said to remain in regular contact with both sets of grandparents, trying to keep those relationships separate from the feud. An insider noted, 'Nicola remains his absolute rock' as he navigates the difficult family situation.
