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Romeo Beckham and Kim Turnbull split – what went wrong?

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Romeo Beckham and Kim together in a photo Romeo with a large beige hat on his head and she in a gray sweater

Dude, while you're comfortably scrolling thoughtlessly with your cappuccino in the morning sun, that news suddenly hits hard: Romeo Beckham (the son of Victoria and David Beckham) and Kim Turnbull have broken up. And yes, all the major media – from People to TMZ – are saying it. So we know: this is not gossip, this is real.

And this while they had only been together since November 2024. They didn't last a year (it ended on June 3, 2025) – so sad. But hey, it's break-up season and unfortunately, this romance had to end too. Let’s dive in.

From Instagram-official to model couple

First up: It was November 2024 when the rumors were confirmed: Romeo Beckham, the second son of football royalty David and style icon Victoria, had a new love. None other than model and creative talent Kim Turnbull. Their relationship became Insta-official with romantic photos on their Stories: autumn settings, cozy selfies, and Romeo with a look of this is her.

And to be honest: it all looked so good – they were the type of couple you would click on without realizing it and keep clicking. You know, like you do with Hailey and Justin Bieber. Read more about Justin and Hailey Bieber here.

They were seen together at fashion events, he supported her at her DJ sets and modeling jobs, she accompanied him at his modeling work for Puma and GQ. Although not many photos of them together were released, the relationship seemed anything but boring...

But then: silence.

Fast forward to June 2025: the love between the two is over (AAAAH: all Beckham fans on life support). Without a big statement, without a joint post (that's often a bad sign), but simply: Romeo and Kim are no longer together. TMZ and People broke the news and reported that it ended “peacefully.” No drama, just a “natural separation.” But if we are to believe those same sources... then there is actually more going on.

Get ready for juice: there might be more at play. According to those same sources, the breakup came at a time when there were already issues within the Beckham family. During dad David Beckham's 50th birthday – an event you attend, period – Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz were absent. Why? (and here it comes) apparently, because Kim Turnbull was also invited - WHAT!?

And you and I know: when sisters-in-law can't get along, it gets complicated. What exactly happened, we don't know, but something is clearly going on here.

What now? Romeo and Kim apart

And now what? Well, Romeo Beckham was of course born in the spotlight. But unlike big brother Brooklyn, he often chooses the shadows. Still, he is making solid progress. He works with sports brands like PUMA, graces covers of fashion magazines, and flirts with a career as a professional tennis player (yes really, he is seriously training). Two days ago he posted a video from the gym. So it seems everything is going great for him (despite the family drama).

Kim Turnbull is meanwhile working on a creative breakthrough. She is active in the art and fashion world. Sometimes she is also seen behind the turntables. By the way, read a nice piece here about the female DJs you should know. After the breakup, she is back solo on her social media, with a notably calm feed.

It’s break-up season – these celeb couples have gone through a break up

Yup, unfortunately: It’s break-up season. It’s that mysterious period when love collectively puts on a winter coat and leaves. From celebrity couples to your own situationship: suddenly bam, apart (you can read more about it here). Even the most picture-perfect couples are not safe. So keep your heart warm, okay? Because these are all the couples that did not survive break-up season:

  • Tim Douwsma & Elske Wind – After five years and two children, they decided to choose their own path (this was also announced on June 3).
  • Dakota Johnson & Chris Martin – After eight years together and a secret engagement: broke up in June 2025. Read more about the break-up here.
  • Rami Malek & Emma Corrin – Quietly broke up in March, after two years of dating.
  • Sydney Sweeney & Jonathan Davino – Engagement broken off in May 2025. Ouch.
  • Quinta Brunson & Kevin Anik – She filed for divorce in March.
  • James Kennedy & Ally Lewber – Breakup in January 2025, three years together.

What do we learn from this? Well, that even the most beautiful Instagram pictures don't say it all. And that life in the spotlight doesn't make love any easier. Romeo and Kim looked perfect together, but love is more than just matching outfits and beautiful photos together. i guess…. ;)