Romeo Beckham and his girlfriend Kim Turnbull were spotted enjoying an intimate date night at the exclusive Costes restaurant in Paris, following a significant family celebration in the French capital. The couple, appearing deeply affectionate, held hands as they departed the five-star celebrity hotspot, showcasing their close bond amidst ongoing family tensions.
A Stylish Couple in the City of Light
The 23-year-old son of football legend David Beckham and fashion icon Victoria Beckham cut a sophisticated figure in a sleek black suit layered over a matching T-shirt. His partner, 24-year-old DJ Kim Turnbull, complemented his style perfectly in a striking cut-out black midi dress paired with elegant open-toe heels. Their coordinated ensembles highlighted their status as one of fashion's most watched young couples.
Supporting Victoria's Prestigious Honour
Earlier that same evening, the couple had joined the wider Beckham family to support Victoria as she received one of France's highest cultural accolades. The 51-year-old former Spice Girl was named a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters in a ceremony presided over by French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati.
The prestigious event saw Victoria surrounded by her immediate family, including husband David, sons Romeo and Cruz, daughter Harper, and both sons' respective girlfriends. The gathering represented a show of family unity despite recent highly publicised estrangement from eldest son Brooklyn.
Brooklyn's Conspicuous Absence
Predictably, 26-year-old Brooklyn Beckham was absent from the ceremony, continuing his pattern of missing significant family events. His non-attendance follows last week's bombshell statement in which he severed all ties with his family, opting instead to build a new life in the United States with his heiress wife Nicola Peltz.
This marks merely the latest in a series of family occasions snubbed by the aspiring chef, who previously missed his father's milestone 50th birthday celebration, the UK launch of his mother's Netflix documentary, and David's knighthood ceremony at Windsor Castle.
Family Determined to Focus on Celebration
Despite the underlying tensions, the Beckham clan appeared resolute in their determination not to allow family drama to overshadow Victoria's significant achievement. The award recognises outstanding contributions to arts and literature, with previous recipients including international stars such as Zoe Saldaña, Selena Gomez, Jude Law and Denis Villeneuve.
In her acceptance speech, Victoria made special mention of her children, thanking them for "always believing in my vision" - a pointed reference that came despite Brooklyn's recent vitriolic claims against her parenting and family values.
Fashion Royalty in Attendance
The ceremony attracted some of the biggest names in global fashion, with Vogue icon Anna Wintour, former British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful, and French model Cindy Bruna all showing their support. Danish supermodel Helena Christensen, 57, was also spotted making a stylish exit from the event, looking radiant in a silk gown beneath a Victoria Beckham wool coat.
This marked the Beckham family's first public appearance since Brooklyn's damning statement, with the clan presenting a notably united front throughout the Paris celebrations.
Brotherly Solidarity on Social Media
Cruz and Romeo Beckham have since appeared to take a subtle swipe at their estranged brother through social media posts. The youngest Beckham siblings shared a TikTok video with their girlfriends, captioned: "Imagine hating and we're just here like." The playful post represents a stark contrast to Brooklyn's profession of negative feelings towards his parents.
The foursome - Cruz, Jackie Apostel, Romeo and Kim - have been inseparable during their Paris trip for Fashion Week, enjoying dinners and showcasing their close bonds despite the family rift.
Underlying Tensions and Revelations
Victoria Beckham is reportedly "feeling betrayed" by Brooklyn's explosive statement and his revelations about their relationship. Sources suggest she has spent years protecting him from "dark stories" in the media, with the Beckham camp historically leaping "into overdrive in Brooklyn's defence" when negative stories surfaced.
Among Brooklyn's numerous claims was the allegation that Victoria pulled out of designing his bride's wedding dress at the "eleventh hour" and subsequently "hijacked" the couple's first dance at their wedding, dancing "very inappropriately" with him in front of all their guests.
Wedding DJ Fat Tony later confirmed aspects of the first dance incident during a television appearance, describing the moment as "really awkward" and confirming that Nicola fled the reception in tears.
Parental Hopes for Reconciliation
Despite the public airing of grievances, sources close to the family indicate that David and Victoria would "take Brooklyn back in a minute" and are "horrified" by recent events. The couple have maintained a stoic silence since their son's statement, in which he claimed to have been "controlled by a family that values public promotion above all else."
Brooklyn asserted that since distancing himself from his family and being with Nicola, he has found "peace and relief" after battling crippling anxiety throughout his life. His comprehensive statement outlined numerous grievances, including allegations of pressure to sign away rights to his name and exclusion of his wife from family gatherings.
As Romeo and Kim enjoy their romantic Parisian interlude, the Beckham family continues to navigate the complex dynamics between public celebration and private turmoil, maintaining their polished public image while dealing with significant familial discord behind the scenes.
