Kaia Gerber’s relationship with “Elvis” actor Austin Butler is causing concern for her parents, supermodel Cindy Crawford and entrepreneur Rande Gerber. According to sources, the couple has grown uneasy over the lack of a long-term commitment from Butler, especially as their daughter enters her mid-twenties.
Gerber, 23, and Butler, 33, have been dating for over three years, yet no engagement has been announced, which has sparked worries that Kaia may be spending the “best years of her life” waiting for a proposal that might not come.
Cindy and Rande reportedly sat down with Butler for a serious conversation about his intentions with their daughter. Though they’ve embraced him as part of the family, they apparently questioned why Butler hasn’t taken the next step.
A source close to the family told “DailyMail.com” that while Kaia’s parents don’t doubt Butler’s seriousness, they believe it might be time for him to consider settling down. “Rande gently shot back with the fact that these are the best years of her life,” the insider revealed, highlighting her parents’ desire for her to have clarity about her future.
Kaia and Austin’s relationship began in late 2021, soon after her split from “Saltburn” actor Jacob Elordi. The couple went public with their romance in early 2022, walking the red carpet at W Magazine’s pre-Oscars party and sharing a passionate kiss at the Cannes Film Festival.
Despite these public moments, the pair has mostly kept their relationship private. Kaia once described their bond as “sacred,” emphasizing her desire to keep certain aspects of her life away from the spotlight.
However, the couple’s discretion has only fueled speculation. Kaia recently spent her 23rd birthday without Austin, leading to rumors that their relationship could be on shaky ground. Despite this, Butler has assured Kaia’s parents that his intentions are honorable, though he has asked for a bit more time before making any big decisions.
Austin Butler, fresh off the success of his critically acclaimed portrayal of Elvis Presley, is currently filming “Caught Stealing” in New York. With a busy career and a decade’s worth of experience in Hollywood, Butler has navigated high-profile relationships in the past.
He dated actress Vanessa Hudgens for nine years before their split in 2020, largely due to the challenges of long-distance. Kaia, too, has had her share of high-profile relationships, having dated Jacob Elordi and briefly linked to comedian Pete Davidson.
As the couple continues to navigate the pressures of fame and their personal lives, it’s clear that Kaia’s parents are eager to see where things are headed. Whether or not an engagement is on the horizon remains to be seen, but with Cindy and Rande’s concerns out in the open, all eyes are on whether Austin Butler is ready to make a long-term commitment to their daughter. For now, the couple continues to keep most of their relationship behind closed doors, leaving fans to wonder what the future holds for these two Hollywood stars.
