Cruz Beckham — the youngest son of football legend David Beckham and fashion designer Victoria Beckham — has made headlines after a touching moment on stage dedicated to his girlfriend, Jackie Apostel. The 20-year-old singer paused mid-performance during a surprise gig in Birmingham to deliver a heartfelt shoutout to Jackie, who was celebrating her 30th birthday that same night.
Before singing, Cruz told the crowd, “Someone very close to me… it’s her birthday. Erm, I wrote this song about them.” His words sent the audience cheering, while Jackie, watching from the crowd, was visibly emotional. A friend who captured the moment said she nearly cried from the sweet gesture.
After the show, Cruz took to Instagram to celebrate Jackie’s big day, writing, “Happy birthday, Jackie. Another time around the globe — I love you baby… I love you to the moon and back.” Jackie also shared glimpses of the night, including balloons, cake, and the intimate backstage celebration Cruz had arranged for her.
Even Cruz’s famous family joined in. Victoria Beckham posted a warm message calling Jackie “the sweetest, kindest, most beautiful soul,” while David Beckham wrote, “Happy birthday to a very special person inside and out. Thank you for making my son the best version of himself.”
The Relationship and the Age Gap
Cruz and Jackie have been together for about a year, first meeting at Glastonbury Festival in 2024 before going public later that year. Their relationship has been the subject of much public attention — mainly because of their 10-year age difference.
While some social media users have criticized the age gap, Jackie responded gracefully, explaining that Cruz is “kind, funny, smart, caring, driven, mature, talented, loyal, and also quite handsome.” Her calm and confident reply quickly gained support from fans who praised her for addressing the comments with class.
Cruz, meanwhile, appears unfazed by the criticism, continuing to focus on his growing music career while sharing loving moments with Jackie online.
Welcomed by the Beckham Family
Despite the public chatter, the Beckhams have clearly embraced Jackie. She’s been seen attending family events, including Paris Fashion Week, where she sat front row next to Victoria. Observers noted her poise and sense of style, drawing comparisons to Victoria herself.
It’s clear Jackie has found a place within the Beckham circle, and the public birthday tributes from both of Cruz’s parents confirm that their relationship has the family’s full support.
A Public Love Story
At its heart, this is the story of a young man confidently expressing love in front of the world — and a partner who accepts it despite public scrutiny. The romantic gesture, the family support, and the couple’s own confidence show that Cruz and Jackie aren’t bothered by what anyone thinks.
For Cruz, who is still carving out his own name in the music industry, this moment wasn’t just a declaration of love — it was a sign of maturity and independence.