Aussie fitness influencer reveals David Beckham slid into her DMs and shows the proof
The KICPOD host, 32, made the revelation in a video uploaded to her podcast's Instagram page and even shared a censored look at the messages.
The news left her followers stunned, though nothing untoward happened as some may remember Laura and David have worked together in the past.
Laura was asked in a video if 'someone famous' had ever slid into her DMs.
She replied with 'David Beckham' and pulled out the proof when her producer asked: 'Is that true?'
Laura then showed the Instagram messages exchanged between her and the legendary sportsman, 50, who has been married to Victoria Beckham since 1999.
She ensured all the messages were censored, so followers couldn't see what was exchanged between the pair, leaving fans begging for the whole story.
'Story time on old mate Dave ploise [sic],' one person wrote in the comments, while another said: 'We NEED the Beckham tea!'
'Now I'm curious what did Beckham say to Laura!' a third added, while someone else commented: 'Podcast on David Beckham please Laurs.'
Need to know more on David Beckham!' said one.
'Surely tell us David story! Leaving us hanging,' another noted.
However, those who have followed Laura closely over the years will know the messages were likely about the work she did with AIA Vitality seven years ago.
David has been a global ambassador for the health and wellness brand since 2017, and is often involved with AIA Vitality initiatives.
Laura, as a co-founder of Australian health and fitness app Kic - formerly Keep It Cleaner - got involved with AIA Australia in 2018.
However, those who have followed Laura closely over the years will know the messages were likely about the work she did with AIA Vitality seven years ago
The pair spoke in person and virtually about the initiative and even appeared at an AIA event together in Sydney.
David and his Spice Girl wife, 51, are currently enjoying a lavish Italian getaway on their multi-million-dollar superyacht.
They share children Brooklyn, 26, Romeo, 22, Cruz, 20, and Harper, 14.
Meanwhile, Laura is expecting her first child with husband Dalton.
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