Kourtney Kardashian’s spouse, Travis Barker, recently added a new tattoo to his collection, dedicated to his beloved family.
On Friday, the renowned Blink-182 drummer, 48, shared a captivating photo series on Instagram, which included a sneak peek at his new ink. The tattoo, in large gothic letters, adorned his forearm, with the word ‘FAMILY’ permanently etched onto his skin.
The black-and-white photo, seemingly captured by his tattoo artist, also revealed a heartwarming tribute to his son, Rocky, whom he shares with Kardashian, 45. The name ‘Rocky’ was delicately inscribed on the inside of his wrist, a touching memento of his love for his child.
Kourtney Kardashian’s spouse, Travis Barker, showcases his new family-dedicated tattoo.
The Blink-182 drummer shares a photo series, including a snap of his new ink, dedicated to his family, with a special tribute to his son, Rocky.
Barker has a heartfelt tradition of commemorating the names of his children with tattoos. In addition to the recent tribute to Rocky, he already bears the names of his three other children from his past relationship with Shanna Moakler – son Landon, 20, daughter Alabama, 18, and stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 24 – on his lower back.
Earlier this year, Barker and his daughter Alabama created an enduring bond by getting tattoos together, shortly after her 18th birthday.
As part of his photo series, Barker shared an intimate moment of him laying face down on a table at the tattoo parlor, undergoing the process of adding this meaningful tattoo to his extensive collection. The photo showcased his shirtless torso, adorned with numerous tattoos, each holding a special significance.
Beyond his passion for tattoos, Barker shared insights into his recent endeavors, including rehearsals with his bandmates and his plans to introduce his baby boy to the world of drumming. It’s clear that music and family are at the heart of his world.
Alongside his captivating photo series, Barker captioned his post simply as, ‘No days off.’ This succinct phrase encapsulates his relentless pursuit of his passions and his dedication to his loved ones.
He shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of his band rehearsals, featuring himself on the drums alongside bassist Mark Hoppus and guitarist Tom DeLonge. It’s evident that Barker is a true artist, always honing his craft and collaborating with fellow musicians.
Barker shares a photo of himself shirtless, showcasing his numerous tattoos, as he lays face down on a table at the tattoo parlor.
Barker showcases his spacious drumming setup at home, with a toddler-sized drum kit beside his own, as he prepares to teach his son the art of drumming.
Barker shares a snap of himself on the drums, practicing with his bandmates, bassist Mark Hoppus and guitarist Tom DeLonge.
Barker shares a playful snapshot, showcasing his passion for music.
Barker shares a snap of his friend, Machine Gun Kelly, performing with his band, highlighting their close friendship.
Barker also shared a playful snapshot of himself sitting in front of his drum kit, surrounded by instruments, as he threw up his middle finger at the camera. It’s clear that he has a deep passion for music and a playful spirit.
In one of the photos, Barker showcased his spacious drumming setup at home, with a toddler-sized drum kit beside his own. It’s heartwarming to see his preparations to pass on his love for drumming to his son.
Additionally, Barker shared a snap of his friend, Machine Gun Kelly, performing with his band and filming. It’s clear that Barker values his friendships and enjoys celebrating the success of those around him.
As part of his captivating snap series, Barker gave his followers a glimpse into his passion for vintage cars. In one photo, he was seen behind the wheel of a vibrant orange Chevrolet Blazer convertible, cruising through the desert. In another snap, he posed in a muted green convertible at a lavish mansion, showcasing his appreciation for classic automobiles.
Barker also shared photos from his band’s ongoing world tour, proudly displaying his name emblazoned across concert equipment boxes. He also posted a snap of a broken drumstick, a testament to his energetic and passionate performances.
Barker shares a photo showcasing his passion for vintage cars, posing behind the wheel of a bright orange Chevrolet Blazer convertible.
Barker poses in a muted green convertible, highlighting his passion for vintage cars.
Barker shares a photo from his band’s ongoing world tour, with his name proudly displayed.
Barker shares a snap of a broken drumstick, a memento of his energetic performances.
Late last year, Barker and Kardashian welcomed their first child together, even amidst the busy schedule of Blink-182’s ongoing world tour. Their baby boy is the newest addition to their blended family, joining Kardashian’s children – sons Mason, 13, and Reign, 8, and daughter Penelope, 11 – from her previous relationship with Scott Disick.
Barker also has three children from his past marriage. In recent episodes of ‘The Kardashians’ fifth season, Kardashian shared the challenges she faced during her pregnancy, including a scary turn that required fetal surgery to save their baby’s life. Thankfully, in November 2023, she gave birth to a healthy baby boy, fulfilling their long-held desire to expand their family.