Moving on after a long-term relationship isn’t always easy, but David Gardner — Liv Tyler’s ex and well-known football agent — has officially turned a new page.
Four years after ending things with the Hollywood actress, he’s now engaged to model and wellness entrepreneur Jessica Clarke.
The 49-year-old, best known as David Beckham’s close friend and business partner, shared the big news on Instagram with a heartfelt post that instantly drew attention.
Sharing the News With the World
On Friday, Gardner uploaded a black-and-white photo of himself and Jessica cosying up in bed.
In the picture, Jessica proudly displayed her sparkling diamond engagement ring, which caught the eye immediately.
His caption kept things simple but emotional: “Guess what? She said ‘YES’. My best friend, I love you so much.”
Fans and fellow celebrities quickly filled the comments with messages of love and support.
Celebrity Friends Celebrate the Engagement
Leading the congratulations was Beckham himself, who added heart emojis to his best friend’s post.
Rita Ora couldn’t hide her emotions, admitting, “Wait, I’m crying.”
Actress Jaime Winstone also chimed in with an enthusiastic “YESSYESYESS love wins.”
It’s clear Gardner’s inner circle is thrilled to see him happy again, especially after a tough few years following his split from Tyler.
Looking Back at Gardner and Tyler’s Relationship
Gardner and Tyler were once engaged and share two children together — Sailor Gene, 10, and Lula Rose, 9.
Tyler also has a 20-year-old son, Milo, from her marriage to Royston Langdon, while Gardner shares an 18-year-old son, Grey, with his ex-wife, Davinia Taylor.
The pair’s breakup came quietly in 2021, though reports surfaced that they had been growing apart for some time.
Friends at the time said the two were still close and remained supportive co-parents.
How They Handled the Breakup
Insiders revealed that while they went through challenges, both Liv and Dave made sure their children were at the heart of every decision.
Even after parting ways, they were spotted holidaying together as a family, showing just how committed they were to maintaining a strong bond for the kids’ sake.
During the split, Gardner leaned heavily on Beckham for support.
Sources described the football legend as a “rock” for his friend throughout the emotional period.
A New Chapter Begins
Now, with his engagement to Clarke, Gardner seems ready to fully embrace a new chapter.
Jessica isn’t just a model — she’s also the founder of wellness brand Mother Made, which focuses on natural health and lifestyle.
The couple’s announcement marks a hopeful new beginning, blending their families and passions as they look toward the future together.