“Blink-182” star Travis Barker recently took to Instagram to post a birthday tribute to his beloved wife Kourtney Kardashian. Although the post was filled with love and humor, social media users were unimpressed with what he shared.
Kourtney Kardashian posing for a picture, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
TV star Kourtney Kardashian just celebrated her 45th birthday and received a heartwarming dedication post from her husband, Travis Barker. The rock star shared an Instagram carousel of images of her, the last of which ruffled the public’s feathers.
Kourtney Kardashian posing for a picture with Mason Disick seen in the background, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
Travis’ pictures showed blissful familial moments from the Kardashian-Barker family. One depicted the happy couple enjoying a relaxing day on a boat.
Travis Barker, Kourtney Kardashian and their son Rocky Thirteen Barker before catching a flight, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
Another gave followers an intimate glimpse into their life with their baby son, Rocky Thirteen Barker, who was born late last year.
Kourtney Kardashian and Rocky Thirteen Barker lying in bed, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
Additional pictures showed Kourtney with her other kids, Reign, Penelope, and Mason Disick, whom she shares with her ex, Scott Disick. Other images included Kourtney in bed at home.
Kourtney Kardashian posing for a picture with Penelope and Reign Disick seen in the background, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
“Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife, soulmate and best friend forever. I love you, I love our life together. Thank you for being the most amazing wife a person could ask for. Here’s to many more years of adventures together ❤️🔥,” captioned Travis.
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian on their way to an event, posted on December 29, 2023 | Source: Instagram/kourtneykardash
The last image—which caused a stir on online platforms—revealed the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” talent, dressed to the nines, squatting over a toilet.
Kourtney Kardashian squatting over the toilet, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
Many were disgusted by this photo and took to the comment section of the post to express their disdain. “Last photo was unnecessary and disgusting 🤮,” wrote one user.
Kourtney Kardashian posing for a picture, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
In response, another commented, “Yes, distinct lack of judgment there!” Another unimpressed person said, “The last picture [made] me unlike the post…I don’t understand some things.”
Kourtney Kardashian posing for a picture, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
“What is the last picture? It was going so well. Oh my 💀,” pondered a social media user, while another quipped, “This is soooo a husband post. Lmao. 🤣.”
Kourtney Kardashian sleeping, posted on April 18, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
A “Blink-182” fan stated, “Telling 13 year old me the drummer of blink 182 would post a pic of a kardashian taking a […] is the equivalent of giving a Victorian child a Doctor Pepper..”
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian going sledding, posted on December 29, 2023 | Source: Instagram/kourtneykardash
However, amid the vitriol harbored toward the picture, someone came to the couple’s defense. Making light of the situation, this fan praised, “Everyone’s concerned about the last pic but honestly I’m impressed [with] the gracefulness of the squat 👏🏼😂.”
Despite the strong reactions to the picture, it was posted in good fun. This is also not the first time that Travis has shared a post intended to highlight a humorous moment featuring Kourtney.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker at an event, posted on December 29, 2023 | Source: Instagram/kourtneykardash
On Valentine’s Day, the famous drummer posted a loving tribute to his significant other which featured an array of endearing photos.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker sharing a kiss, posted on February 15, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
The last image in this carousel of pictures showed Travis lying in bed with Kourtney’s feet pressed up against his face, as he held onto her legs. His heartwarming caption read: “Happy Valentine’s Day my beautiful wife 🖤.”
Travis Barker posing for a picture with Kourtney Kardashian’s feet, posted on February 15, 2024 | Source: Instagram/travisbarker
Apart from special birthday messages and holiday celebrations, Travis and Kourtney have long affirmed their love for one another.
The two have gushed over each other in various instances, like the time when Travis divulged details about the pair’s relationship in a past interview.
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian sharing a kiss, posted on March 25, 2024 | Source: Instagram/kourtneykardash
According to a media outlet’s video, Travis spoke with Drew Barrymore, on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” about the reasons why his and Kourtney’s relationship work.
“It just comes natural. It’s like a maturity thing,” explained Travis. He went on to disclose how having children makes their bond easy, as he revealed that dating people who don’t have kids was a struggle for him in the past.
Alabama Barker, Reign Disick, Kourtney Kardashian, Travis Barker, Landon Barker and Atiana de la Hoya at the premiere of “The Kardashians” in Los Angeles, California on April 7, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
In addition to Kourtney’s three kids and their shared son, Rocky, the couple are also parents to Travis’ children, Atiana de la Hoya (his stepdaughter), Landon, and Alabama Barker.
Alabama, Travis and Landon Barker and Atiana de la Hoy at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles, California on November 20, 2016 | Source: Getty Images
While speaking about his children on the show, Travis commended Kourtney’s maternal skills. He then divulged another aspect of their relationship that adds to its success. The artist described how having moments of missing each other when they are apart adds to keeping their spark alive.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker sharing a tender embrace, posted on March 25, 2024 | Source: Instagram/kourtneykardash
“I also really like missing someone and cherishing the time that I spend with them instead of, you know, every day being with them or—especially in the beginning of the relationship, I think, like, missing someone is so important,” stated Travis.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker sharing a tender embrace, posted on March 25, 2024 | Source: Instagram/kourtneykardash
Another thing he relished was the sweet love note Kourtney had given him which he shared on his since-expired Instagram Story a few years ago. The note detailed Kourtney’s desire to create more adventures with him and was signed with love.
Through confirmation from a source, reports stipulate that the married couple began dating after sharing an initially platonic relationship for years.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker at the Boohoo by Kourtney Kardashian’s New York Fashion Week debut in New York City on September 13, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
One thing led to another and the duo ended up going Instagram official in February of 2021. They posted a photo of them holding hands.
Similar to how her beloved husband has spoken about details concerning their relationship, Kourtney has also shared some words about her and Travis.
While she was still pregnant with their baby boy, the Poosh founder provided some context to the beginning of their relationship.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California on January 15, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Sitting down for a cover profile with Vanity Fair in October last year, Kourtney was asked about how she and Travis made the transition from being friends to lovers.
“Really, we always knew we were more than friends. And those around us knew it too: everyone always told us that we were meant to be together,” Kourtney expressed.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California on January 15, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
She went on to list the people she said always had an inkling that the two would end up together. This list included her two sisters, Kendall Jenner and Kim Kardashian. She also mentioned rap mogul Kanye West.
Kourtney and Kim Kardashian at the Dior Men’s Show in Miami, Florida on December 3, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
Finishing off her statement, Kourtney Kardashian continued, “Travis himself said it, but I kept him at a distance for a long time, even though during the pandemic we spent a lot of time together, us with our children.”
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker spotted out in New York City on October 16, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
The TV personality and doting mother also mentioned how both she and Travis knew they would go on to become an item. However, she also revealed how fear played a factor in their romantic pursuit of each other, at first.
Nonetheless, the couple did not let fear deter them from finding marital bliss. Despite the criticism of some, Kourtney and Travis continue to remain happy in love.