Victoria and David Beckham seem to approve of their youngest son dating someone who is ten years his senior. The Brazilian woman has been included in family gatherings and appears to have received a special gift from her boyfriend’s famous mother.
In a recent sighting, David and Victoria Beckham’s third-born son, Cruz Beckham, drew attention when he was spotted with his musician girlfriend, Jackie Apostel. The couple’s age gap attracted criticism from some observers.
Jackie Apostel and Cruz Beckham in a post uploaded on October 21, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jackie.apostel
The 19-year-old and his 29-year-old girlfriend were seen displaying affection while supporting David at his co-owned soccer club, Inter Miami. The couple
held hands in the stands
and
shared romantic moments
during the match in Miami.
A social media user, questioning the relationship,
asked
,
“I wonder what she sees in him?”
Similarly, another person
speculated
,
“Wonder what she’s after…”
Trying to understand why Jackie was dating Cruz, a third commenter
wrote
,
“Wonder what first attracted her to the multi millionaires (young) son !!!!! ???? [sic]”
Another user, puzzled by the relationship,
remarked
,
“Come on let’s face it,she is dating him for the attention [sic].”
Cruz Beckham and Jackie Apostel in a post uploaded on October 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hellomag
Disapproving of the couple, one user on X simply
stated
,
“Eww.”
Focusing on Cruz’s mother, a netizen
added
,
“Ooh I bet victoria is livid! [sic]”
On Facebook, someone
wondered
,
“And his mother’s happy with a woman so much older? I know what I’d be saying !”
Cruz Beckham in a post uploaded on October 21, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jackie.apostel
But, some people supported the couple despite their 10-year age gap. One person
commented
,
“Age is just a number,”
while another
said
,
“Young love shines! Go, Cruz and Jackie!”
Cruz Beckham and Jackie Apostel in a post uploaded on October 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hellomag
The couple were accompanied by his younger sister, Harper, 13, and their mother, Victoria. The Beckham family flew to Florida to watch Inter Miami play against the New England Revolution on October 19, 2024, at Chase Stadium.
Cruz, David, Harper, and Victoria Beckham posing with Inter Miami’s trophy on October 19, 2024, in Miami | Source: Instagram/davidbeckham
The 19-year-old sat with his girlfriend in a suite, holding hands throughout the match. But, Jackie was absent from the Instagram family photo Victoria shared, showing her and her children
posing with the match trophy
alongside David.
This wasn’t the first time Cruz was seen with his new girlfriend. On October 15, 2024, he and Jackie went shopping in Beverly Hills, where they publicly displayed affection, kissing passionately during their outing.
Cruz seems smitten with the Brazilian singer, as he shared an Instagram Story the day before the Miami outing. He posted photos from
Jackie’s 29th birthday celebration
, including a picture of her blowing out her candles, with the
caption
, “Happy Birthday xx I love you.”
Jackie Apostel and Cruz Beckham in a post uploaded on October 21, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jackie.apostel
Before Jackie’s birthday on October 17, 2024, Cruz traveled to Los Angeles to celebrate his mother’s latest beauty launch. He returned to New York in time to join his girlfriend’s birthday celebration with friends.
The following day, Cruz and Jackie were spotted walking arm in arm in New York City. The
couple cozied up
and kissed behind a car. After
strolling down Fifth Avenue
, with Cruz draping his arm over Jackie’s shoulder, they enjoyed lunch at Sadelle’s.
Jackie, whose boyfriend turns 20 in February 2025, also joined him in late September to support Victoria during Paris Fashion Week. Their appearance together
caused quite a buzz
among fans.
Cruz Beckham is seen on September 27, 2024, in Paris, France | Source: Getty Images
Many social media users quickly noticed
Jackie’s striking resemblance to Cruz’s famous mother
. One person
remarked
,
“Not me thinking that was Victoria,”
while another
added
,
“Cruz’ girlfriend looks like his mommm [sic].”
Another user
replied
,
“I thought it’s Victoria until I saw your comment.”
A surprised follower
admitted
,
“Goodness me, I didn’t realize that it wasn’t Victoria until I read the comments [sic].”
Jackie Apostel in a white gown she wore at Victoria Beckham’s fashion show, posted on September 28, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jackie.apostel
Yet, Jackie’s appearance wasn’t the only topic of discussion. Some people also questioned her age, suggesting she looked much older than Cruz. One person
commented
,
“She looks 40 years old,”
while another
wondered
,
“Is she older? 😮”
One commenter
speculated
that Cruz might have
“Mommy Issues,”
while others
suggested
Jackie was “using the family for clout.”
Confused by the Brazilian singer’s age, a netizen
wrote
,
“Cruz’s girlfriend is 18? Same age as my daughter. She’s stunning, but thought she was at least late 20’s.”
Another sarcastically
noted
,
“Nope, now reading she could be 28? Wonder what she sees in a 19-year-old Cruz? 😆”
Cruz and Victoria Beckham at the premiere of “Lola” at Regency Bruin Theatre on February 3, 2024, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
Jackie isn’t Cruz’s first girlfriend to be introduced to his family. In 2022, he brought his ex-girlfriend, Tana Holding, along on a summer yacht holiday with his family. It appears Victoria has already accepted Jackie, as the musician shared Instagram photos of herself wearing the star’s lingerie brand.
Jackie Apostel in a Victoria Beckham outfit in a post uploaded on October 12, 2024, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Instagram/jackie.apostel
Jackie tagged the former Spice Girl,
writing
, “Thank u for the laciest dream piece.” The black lace lingerie features a sheer lace top with side cut-outs. The item, which includes a low-rise skirt, is not yet available for sale.
Earlier in October, Jackie integrated herself into the Beckham family once more by joining them for Cruz’s older brother Brooklyn’s hot sauce launch. Cruz and his girlfriend are believed to have been dating since June 2024.