Teen romance is always a little dramatic—but when your last name is Beckham, it comes with headlines, flashbulbs, and an army of keyboard detectives. This week, young heartthrob Cruz Beckham set the gossip world ablaze by reportedly dating a woman nine years his senior. Naturally, the public had opinions, and so—allegedly—did mum Victoria, who’s been described as “concerned but composed.” When it comes to love in the Beckham household, age might be just a number—but the press never forgets to bring a calculator.
At just 19, Cruz Beckham has already tasted fame, flirted with pop stardom, and now, it seems, developed a fondness for the more “experienced” partner. According to sources not-so-subtly planted in various tabloids, Cruz has been spotted wining and dining a 28-year-old model-slash-creative-director-slash-vintage-camera-enthusiast. Cue the pearl clutching.
The pair have reportedly been seen strolling through Notting Hill, grabbing oat milk lattes in Shoreditch, and even—scandal of all scandals—attending a gallery opening. For Gen Z, that’s practically a marriage proposal.
Victoria, always the poised matriarch, is rumored to be keeping an eye on things. A close family “source” (probably the dog’s Instagram manager) told reporters, “Victoria wants Cruz to live his life, but she’s naturally protective. It’s hard to see your baby dating someone with a favorite wine bar.” Oof.
While David has stayed mum—likely out training Harper for Wimbledon—fans are split. Some praise Cruz for “mature taste,” while others feel he’s skipping a few chapters in the teen dating handbook. But let’s be honest—he’s a Beckham. His first crush was probably older than his babysitter.
Still, there’s a certain charm to the scandal. It’s not drugs, DUIs, or hotel room disasters. It’s just a 19-year-old with a sophisticated plus-one and a mum silently resisting the urge to Google “what to do when your son dates someone who pays council tax.”
Cruz Beckham’s romantic adventures might not be everyone’s cup of PG Tips, but they’re very much part of the modern celebrity kid playbook. A little scandal, a lot of style, and parents who can’t quite ground you without appearing on the Daily Mail.
Victoria may be raising an eyebrow, but she’s not raising hell—yet. For now, Cruz is free to explore love, latte art, and life outside the Beckham bubble… as long as he doesn’t bring someone to family dinner who says, “I remember when you were in nappies.”
