IT’S long been said that Jude Bellingham’s biggest supporter is his mother, Denise, who has been by the England star’s side throughout his meteoric rise to football stardom.
Throughout Jude Bellingham’s meteoric rise to football superstardom, it has long been noted that his most steadfast supporter is his mother, Denise, who has remained by his side through every career milestone.
However, during this summer’s high-stakes international tournament schedule, another prominent figure has become a regular presence in the stands cheering on the England and Real Madrid star: his glamorous American girlfriend, swimsuit model and influencer Ashlyn Castro.
The 28-year-old digital creator has been romantically linked with the 23-year-old Real Madrid midfielder since late 2024.
While both figures have largely kept the intimate details of their relationship private, subtle public displays of affection have offered fans a glimpse into their bond.
Bellingham has affectionately addressed Castro as “my love” in digital interactions, while Castro has publicly lauded the footballer as “the most thoughtful, kind-hearted, hard-working, incredible human I’ve ever known.”
Despite commanding an impressive social media audience of more than one million followers across Instagram and TikTok—and maintaining professional brand partnerships with major global beauty labels like Clarins—Castro maintains a disciplined degree of privacy regarding her personal life.
Her public channels primarily showcase high-end fashion, skincare, and luxury travel content, with subtle references to her partner.
Recently, while attending matches in Miami during the World Cup, Castro posted a portrait captioned simply “Sunshine state.”
The Real Madrid star responded in the comment section with a series of heart-eyes emojis, while television personality and friend Uma Jammeh added “Princess,” highlighting Castro’s growing visibility within international celebrity circles.
Winning Over the Bellingham Family and Securing Her Bernabéu Presence
Navigating the inner circle of one of world football’s highest-profile athletes requires discretion, and reports indicate that Castro has successfully earned the trust and respect of Bellingham’s fiercely protective parents, Denise and Mark.
Speculation surrounding the couple’s relationship first gained significant traction in late 2024 when eagle-eyed supporters noticed reciprocal interactions on their respective Instagram profiles.
By January 2025, the romance was effectively confirmed when the pair were photographed sharing an intimate lunch in Madrid following Real Madrid’s Champions League triumph over RB Salzburg.
Weeks later, Castro was integrated into the family’s matchday routine, observed watching Real Madrid face Girona from a private VIP hospitality box alongside members of Bellingham’s immediate family.
By late 2025, Castro had become a fixture at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, frequently photographed seated directly beside Denise Bellingham.
The relationship between Castro and Jude’s mother has deepened over the past year, with the duo spotted sitting together during England’s World Cup qualifying campaign.
Observers and media reports have consistently noted an “unexpected and special bond” between Castro and the midfielder’s mother, cementing her standing within the family’s close-knit support structure.
Their public appearances expanded throughout 2026, including a joint outing at the Madrid Open tennis tournament.
The romance reached a milestone during the opening stages of the 2026 World Cup in Dallas, Texas, where Castro was photographed greeting Bellingham with a celebratory kiss on the pitch following England’s opening victory against Croatia.
Karaoke Nights, Sardinian Getaways, and Life Between LA and Madrid
While the couple maintains a high degree of privacy relative to their commercial profiles, periodic social media posts have given supporters a view into their life away from competitive football.
For Bellingham’s 22nd birthday, Castro shared a series of personal video clips showing the couple enjoying low-key celebrations, including singing karaoke, dancing, and sharing a kiss.
In her tribute, she affectionately referred to the Real Madrid star as both her “best karaoke partner” and “best dance partner.” reciprocally, Bellingham has shared images of Castro relaxing by a fireplace wearing an authentic Real Madrid home kit emblazoned with his name and squad number.
Their off-season schedule has featured high-end travel. Following the conclusion of the domestic season, while Bellingham was recovering from shoulder surgery ahead of his competitive return, the midfielder arranged a luxury retreat to Sardinia, Italy.
The couple spent time relaxing aboard a £1 million superyacht—a vessel available for private charter at approximately £25,000 per week. Photographs captured the pair embracing on the deck and sunbathing along the Mediterranean coastline as Bellingham completed his physical recovery protocols.
To manage the geographical demands of their respective careers, Castro splits her time between a primary residence in Los Angeles and frequent stays in Spain to support Bellingham during the La Liga season.
Her US base has proven particularly strategic throughout the summer of 2026, allowing her to seamlessly navigate tournament venues across North America while remaining a constant presence in the stands for England’s marquee fixtures.