Herbert and Beer's courtside chemistry fuels romance rumors
NFL sensation Justin Herbert and music artist Madison Beer getting cozy at a Los Angeles Lakers matchup have intensified speculation about their relationship status.
The 27-year-old Herbert and 26-year-old Beer attended the basketball franchise’s October 24th Friday evening game at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves, occupying seats side-by-side in the premier row. Beer sported a striking black halter top with a low neckline, complemented by matching denim and heeled footwear for the event, frequently placing her hand on Herbert’s knee as they observed the game. (The Lakers secured a 128-110 victory.)
The signal-caller for the Los Angeles Chargers, on his end, was seen wearing a dark jacket paired with light-colored denim, pristine white athletic shoes, and a reversed baseball cap.
Though both Herbert and Beer have remained silent regarding the nature of their connection, initial rumors about them began circulating in the early months of the summer. The duo made their first public appearances together in August across several occasions, notably including Herbert’s visit to Beer while she was filming her most recent music video. (Us Weekly made an attempt to contact them for a statement back then.)
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The visual accompaniment for Beer’s track “Bittersweet” debuted on Monday, October 20, marking the inaugural release from her upcoming third full-length record.
“My forthcoming album, Locket, will be available to you on January 16th,” she announced on Instagram on Wednesday, October 22. “It’s truly surreal to be sharing this news. This body of work holds immense significance for me; I’ve never experienced such a profound sense of pride or anticipation for anything, and I am incredibly eager for all of you to hear it. This endeavor embodies my entire being, both figuratively and literally my very core.”
Beer indicated that the tracks featured on Locket portray “a true journey of ups and downs.”
“I believe the album possesses a distinct dual nature. It includes compositions that are lively yet emotionally resonant,” Beer shared with Vogue in a feature released earlier in the week. “I drew considerable influence from tracks on my previous record that didn’t achieve significant streaming numbers. They weren’t my most popular tunes, but I witnessed audiences of thousands chanting every lyric back to me each evening during my tour, which offered some clarity. While we all aspire for releases to gain widespread popularity and become chart-toppers, this experience bolstered my assurance that my dedicated audience will tune in irrespective.”
Beer additionally disclosed that she was experiencing “the process of a romantic separation” during the creation of the bulk of the material for Locket. (Beer’s most recent known partner was TikTok personality Nick Austin, though the timeline of their split remains undisclosed.)
“[It concerned] a rather tumultuous and quite passionate relationship,” Beer conveyed to Vogue. “I sometimes feel somewhat apprehensive about crafting songs inspired by individuals, particularly since we exist in an era where audiences are capable of identifying the subject. … I believe I’ve made an effort to be discreet, because even after parting ways with someone in my personal life, I strive not to be overly critical in my lyrical content, aiming to maintain a balanced perspective.”
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The name of the album itself similarly mirrored Beer’s personal circumstances during that period.
“Upon selecting the title, I considered concepts that felt authentically mine and deeply personal,” she elaborated to the publication. “And candidly, I frequently reviewed my camera roll, observing the subjects I most often capture or am drawn to. I have a genuine fondness for vintage items and antique pieces. I perceive lockets as exquisitely fragile, elegant, and distinctly feminine, and they serve as receptacles for significant items, recollections, individuals, and locations; consequently, it simply resonated as the appropriate title. In fact, I settled on it prior to composing a substantial portion of the album.”
Although Herbert likely wasn’t the muse for Beer’s songs about past relationships, he demonstrates support for her upcoming musical endeavor. Following Beer’s Instagram share of a snippet from her track “Yes Baby” on September 16, Herbert discreetly registered a “like” on the post.
Herbert has consistently shown a preference for maintaining privacy concerning his romantic affairs.
“In my opinion, the less information people have about me, the more favorable it is. I have no desire to encounter a published piece about my own person,” he lightheartedly remarked to ESPN in 2021.
