Travis Barker, the drummer of Blink-182, has faced criticism from fans after reportedly liking social media posts from his son Landon Barker’s girlfriend, Skyla Sanders. The controversy emerged from discussions on Reddit.
The controversy sparked heated debate among fans who expressed their disapproval of Barker’s social media interactions with what were described as ‘thirst trap’ photos.
“Because it’s Travis Barker, absolutely gross! He should definitely know better!!” one fan wrote on Reddit.
Other users joined the criticism, with another fan commenting: “Wellll that’s disgusting.”
However, some fans attempted to provide alternative explanations for Barker’s actions.
“Just playing devil’s advocate here BUT could it be that he liked it since it’s a collage of 10 photos and his sons in at last 2 of them?” another fan commented. The fan suggested the musician may have been responding to images that included his son rather than focusing solely on Sanders.
The incident has generated significant discussion on social media platforms about appropriate boundaries and family dynamics in the public eye.
This controversy comes amid the young couple’s increasingly public relationship. IMDb reported that Skyla Sanders, 20, and Landon Barker, 21, have been dating for several months. They officially made their relationship public on Instagram in early May 2025. The couple has demonstrated their commitment through various public displays, including sharing images of a tattoo of her name on Landon’s wrist.
Both Sanders and Barker come from families deeply rooted in the entertainment industry. YouTube sources revealed that Landon is the son of Travis Barker and actress Shanna Moakler. Skyla is the daughter of actress Liberty Ross and director Rupert Sanders. This entertainment industry background has placed both young adults in the public spotlight from an early age.
The social media incident has divided fans and observers. Marca noted that supporters of Barker argue that his like on the post might have been a sign of support for his son, as Landon appears in some of the photos. They suggest this was rather than a targeted appreciation of the revealing content. This perspective suggests that the drummer’s actions may have been misinterpreted by critics.
The debate highlights the ongoing challenges celebrities face in navigating social media interactions, particularly when family relationships intersect with public scrutiny. The incident underscores how even seemingly innocent social media activity can be subject to intense public analysis and criticism.
These conflicting perspectives reveal the broader tensions in how celebrity family interactions are perceived. They also show the difficulties of maintaining appropriate boundaries in an era where every digital interaction is subject to public examination and debate.
You can see the post Travis Barker liked on Instagram below.
