Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood's Relationship Timeline

Mar. 15, 2025

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Odell Beckham Jr.and Lauren Wood went their separate ways after nearly four years together.

The breakup was confirmed in September 2023 when a source told PEOPLE thatKim Kardashianwas “hanging out” with the Baltimore Ravens wide receiver.

Beckham and Wood made their relationship public in November 2019, and they went on to welcome a son,Zydn, in February 2022.

From becoming new parents to their surprise split, here is a look at Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood’s relationship.

November 5, 2019: Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood go Instagram official

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After keeping their relationship on the down-low,Wood posted a compilationof photos of them on Instagram in honor of Beckham Jr.’s 27th birthday. Although Nov. 5, 2019 marked the first time they posted on Instagram as a couple, the pictures prove they had been together for quite some time.

December 29, 2019: Lauren Wood celebrates Odell Beckham Jr. with his mom

During the Dec. 29, 2019 NFL game between Beckham Jr.’s Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals, Beckham crossed the 1,000-yard season rushing mark for the fifth time in his career.

In her Instagram postthe following day that celebrated her son’s achievement, Beckham Jr.’s mother, Heather Van Norman, showed that she was sitting at the game with Wood when Beckham Jr. crossed the milestone. Norman captioned the post “Celebrating 1000🧡#young👑”

February 9, 2020: Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood make their red carpet debut

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March 14, 2020: Odell Beckham Jr. posts a birthday tribute for Lauren Wood

Similar to Wood, Beckham Jr. posted abirthday tribute for heron March 14, 2020, including the same blurry photo she used for his birthday on Nov. 5, 2019. That marked the first time he shared a photo of her on his Instagram, writing, “It’s all about the person u can be ya self wit.”

He added, “I find that this world takes itself a little too serious. Life is full or moments, happy or sad but…what u choose to fill them wit… is on u, I thank u for bein u…YUMI…happy born day ❤️.”

November 10, 2020: Lauren Wood supports Odell Beckham Jr. during his ACL surgery

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When Beckham Jr. plays, he plays hard, but just like other great athletes, he has unfortunately experienced injury along the way. The wide receiver’s recentACL surgeryfollowing the 2022 Super Bowl marked the second time he underwent the procedure.

Prior to joining the Los Angeles Rams,Beckham Jr. tore his ACLin his left knee when he played for the Cleveland Browns during the 2020 season.Wood shared a photo alongside his momon Nov. 10 following his surgery, writing, “YA GIRLS GOTCHU 💕.” (Both surgeries were successful!)

January 16, 2021: Odell Beckham Jr. surprises Lauren Wood with a vacation

Beckham Jr. is constantly pulling out the stops for Wood in the most romantic ways, and in January 2021, it included a private jet for a relaxing “daycation” to Sedona, Arizona. The two flew high over the beautiful red rock and shared avideo of their reactionsto the breathtaking views.

November 5, 2021: Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood announce they’re expecting their first child

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Beckham Jr.posted the maternity shooton his Instagram a month later on Christmas day, writing, “My gift won’t be wrapped under a tree this year but I can’t wait to meet You.”

February 13, 2022: Odell Beckham Jr. kisses Lauren Wood at the Super Bowl

Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood.Kevin C. Cox/Getty

The Los Angeles Rams were victorious over the Cincinnati Bengals at the 2022 Super Bowl on Feb. 13, 2022, and the sweetest photo was captured after Beckham Jr. was handed the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy.

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May 25, 2022: Odell Beckham Jr. shares first video with Zydn, his son with Lauren Wood

July 20, 2022: Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood attend the ESPY Awards with Zydn

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November 5, 2022: Lauren Wood calls Odell Beckham Jr. “her person” in birthday tribute

In honor of his 30th birthday, Woodexpressed her love for Beckham Jr. on Instagram.

“For life🤞happy birthday to my person @obj I love you !! YUMI ❤️‍🔥,” she captioned a carousel of sweet images.

Beckham responded in the comment section — twice.

“MY BABY! My person ….. another time round Saturn wit u,” he wrote before adding, “US!!!!!!!!”

March 13, 2023: Odell Beckham Jr. calls Lauren Wood a “dope momma”

“Just wanna say happy Bday to Ya! It’s been crazy to watch you become a dope momma and really embracing everything that comes wit it!” Beckham Jr. wrote in the caption, using his son’s profile. “You truly are an incredible person, Z & I are forever grateful.”

September 19, 2023: Sources confirm Odell Beckham Jr. and Lauren Wood’s split

Lauren Wood, Odell Beckham Jr., Kim Kardashian.Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic ; Jesse Grant/Getty ; James Devaney/GC Images

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Multiple sources confirmed to PEOPLE that the couple had split. One insider added that Beckham has been “hanging out” withKim Kardashianfollowing the breakup.

Lauren Wood and Zydn.Lauren Wood/Instagram

Wood added: “Odell’s life is pretty chaotic, and so is mine. We just roll with the punches. We can adapt. I feel like it strengthens our bond, despite harbored emotions or wrongs done to each other that every relationship goes through. It’s all part of the journey.”

source: people.com