Cruz Beckham, 20, and Girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 30, Spotted Embracing During Summer Break Amid Ongoing Strain with Brother Brooklyn

Cruz Beckham Shares Romantic Moment with Girlfriend Jackie Apostel Amid Family Tensions
By Jason Chester for MailOnline | Updated: 10:13 BST, 22 July 2025

Cruz Beckham, 20, and girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 30, soaked up the sun this week, sharing a steamy embrace during their tropical getaway. The couple, photographed against a backdrop of palm trees, appeared deeply connected as Cruz playfully snapped a candid shot for social media. The image, set to The Beach Boys’ Kokomo, hinted at a Caribbean-inspired escape.

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Caption: Cruz Beckham and Jackie Apostel shared a romantic moment during their summer getaway.

The pair were recently spotted at Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, where they cheered on David Beckham’s MLS team during a 2-1 win against Nashville. Photos showed the couple locked in a passionate hug, highlighting their growing bond.

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Caption: The couple enjoyed a night out at an Inter Miami game earlier this month.

However, Cruz’s sunny escapades contrast with ongoing family tensions. His older brother Brooklyn, 26, and sister-in-law Nicola Peltz, 30, have been estranged from the Beckhams since skipping David’s 50th birthday celebrations in May. Despite traveling to London, the couple avoided all events, including a Cotswolds party and a dinner at Notting Hill’s Core restaurant.

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Caption: Brooklyn and Nicola’s absence from family events has fueled speculation about the rift.

Brooklyn’s recent London trip for a Moncler photoshoot—just miles from the Beckhams’ Holland Park home—further underscored the divide. He did not inform his parents of his visit. However, subtle signs suggest a tentative olive branch: Brooklyn’s hot sauce brand, Cloud23, still nods to David’s iconic No. 23 jersey from his Real Madrid and LA Galaxy days.

“The ‘23’ honors my dad, inspired by Michael Jordan,” Brooklyn’s team explained to a customer inquiry. Notably, David’s name is absent from the brand’s website, though the gesture hints at lingering respect.

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Caption: Brooklyn’s hot sauce brand references David’s jersey number, signaling a fragile truce.

Meanwhile, Cruz and Jackie’s 10-year age gap hasn’t dampened their romance. The musician, who debuted his single If You Really Love Me in 2023, continues to prioritize his relationship, sharing glimpses of their travels and cozy moments online.

As the Beckham family navigates private struggles, Cruz’s laid-back summer with Jackie offers a lighter counterpoint to the headlines.

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