Tyson Beckford recently shared his personal struggles with trust and relationships during the premiere of the new reality show, Kings Court, which aired on July 13, 2023. The renowned supermodel, now 54, discussed the challenges he faces in dating as a celebrity, revealing that experiences of infidelity have left a lasting impact on him.
Beckford recounted a painful incident from his past, stating, “I have trust issues. I’ve been cheated on.” He described a situation where, after being out of town for several weeks, he returned to find his girlfriend had been seeing another man. “The guy was walking my dog, and then it ended up in Page Six,” he lamented. This revelation showcases the unique challenges that accompany his public persona.
In Kings Court, Beckford, alongside NBA all-star Carlos Boozer and WWE legend Thaddeus Bullard, is on a quest to find love among 21 single women. Although his career has placed him in the spotlight, Beckford emphasized that being a model does not shield him from heartache. “There’s this facade that because you’re voted People magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People in the World that life is easy for you,” he noted. “But I’m more than just a guy on a billboard. I’m a human. I trusted somebody.”
The emotional weight of his experiences became evident as Beckford expressed how deeply the betrayal affected him. “I want you to know that s*** hurt me. That s*** hurt me bad,” he revealed, tearing up during the interview.
The hosts of the show, Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete, are optimistic about the potential for meaningful connections among the contestants. Beckford, along with Boozer and Bullard, is eager to settle down. “I don’t care what nobody says. Dating a celebrity is very hard,” he stated in his introductory remarks. He explained that while he is accustomed to being surrounded by beautiful women, the perception of his life complicates relationships. “Women have a hard time trusting me. I mean look at this face. It’s mischievous,” he joked.
In addition to discussing the difficulties of dating, Beckford also reflected on a recent encounter during a date with a contestant named Brookell. He admitted to recognizing her from past interactions on social media, where he had complimented her beauty. “I slid into your DMs before. I just gave you a compliment, said you were beautiful and left it at that because I don’t want to be that creepy guy on Instagram,” he clarified.
As Beckford embarks on this new journey in Kings Court, he is determined to “put his big boy pants on and get my groove back.” The show airs on Bravo on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET, and past episodes are available for streaming on Peacock.
Beckford’s candid revelations about his dating life not only entertain but also resonate with audiences who understand the complexities of love in the public eye. As he navigates this new chapter, viewers will be watching closely to see if he can finally find his queen among the contestants.
