Cruz Beckham’s girlfriend, Jackie Apostel, recently defended their relationship against criticism regarding their 10-year age difference. The 20-year-old singer and 29-year-old Apostel attended Paris Fashion Week, supporting Cruz’s mother, Victoria Beckham, during the debut of her Spring-Summer 2026 collection.
Cruz Beckham and Jackie Apostel: Age Difference Controversy
Victoria Beckham shared moments from the event on Instagram, highlighting family members and notable attendees. Some commenters took issue with Apostel dating Cruz, asking why a 29-year-old would date someone nine years younger. One commenter noted, “Why is a 29-year-old dating a 20 [year-old]? That’s just weird.”
Jackie Apostel Responds to Critics
Apostel addressed the backlash directly, praising Cruz in her response. She described him as “kind, funny, smart, caring, driven, mature, talented, loyal, and also quite handsome.” Her supportive comments aimed to quell the negative perceptions surrounding their relationship.
- Jackie Apostel, 29 years old
- Cruz Beckham, 20 years old
- Both attended Paris Fashion Week for Victoria Beckham’s fashion show
- Age gap: 10 years
- Relationship began in June 2024
Apostel also shared a series of personal photos from Paris, including a playful image of her and Cruz brushing their teeth together. Victoria Beckham complimented Apostel in the comments, expressing her approval by stating, “So pretty!! Xxx.”
Family Dynamics and Rumors
Additionally, Cruz’s brother, Brooklyn Beckham, was not present at the fashion event. He has been involved in rumors regarding family tensions, particularly with his brother Romeo, following their earlier connections to the same partner, Kim Turnbull. These rumors intensified as Turnbull dated Romeo briefly before their breakup in June.
Brooklyn addressed the speculation last month, discussing the importance of support from his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham. “There’s always going to be people saying negative things, but I have a very supportive wife,” he stated. He emphasized focusing on his personal life despite ongoing headlines.
The complexities of relationships within the Beckham family have drawn attention, but Cruz and Apostel remain united amid the scrutiny. Their commitment shows that love can transcend age differences, a sentiment Apostel clearly values.
