Kourtney Kardashian Subtly Addresses Criticism of Hiding Rocky’s Face

Kourtney Kardashian, who shares son Rocky with Travis Barker, subtly addressed commentary about keeping her 23-month-old’s face off of social media.

Kourtney Kardashian is standing her ground when it comes to her youngest son’s privacy.

After a debate emerged over the Lemme founder’s decision to hide her and husband Travis Barker‘s toddler Rocky Thirteen Barker‘s face on social media, Kourtney subtly weighed in.

The commentary began when the Kardashians star shared a Halloween-themed photo dump on Instagram Oct. 17, which included a pic of Rocky, 23 months, behind the wheel of a vintage car with a jack-o-lantern graphic superimposed over his face. 

“Still acting like we care,” one use wrote, “what the kid looks like.”

In response, fans quickly came to Kourtney’s defense, with one telling the hater, “This is a sign you care btw.”

The reply even received a stamp of approval from Kourtney, who showed her appreciation by liking the comment.

Unlike Rocky, Kourtney’s older kids Mason Disick, 15, Penelope Disick, 13, and Reign Disick, 10—who she shares with ex Scott Disick—have often appeared on her social media as well as on her family’s reality shows Keeping Up With the Kardashians and in recent years, The Kardashians.

Travis, who has posted pics of his stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya, 26, and kids Landon Barker, 22, and Alabama Barker, 19—whom he shares with ex-wife Shanna Moakler—on social media throughout the years and also appeared with them on the reality series Meet the Barkers—has offered insight into his and Kourtney’s decision to maintain Rocky’s privacy.

“Unfortunately, someone finally got a photo of him,” he told the Wall Street Journal about their son, who has been photographed by paparazzi, in an interview posted in September 2024, “but we’d rather keep him out of the spotlight.”

The Blink-182 drummer added, “If I could do everything different, I would have done the same thing with my [older] kids. I think it’s weird to grow up and you’re 15 or 12, and you’re like, ‘Mom, you posted this of me?’”

Look back at mom and dad-approved photos of Rocky Thirteen Barker…

Little Pumpkin

Kourtney Kardashian posted this adorable photo of her and Travis Barker‘s son Rocky Thirteen Barker behind the wheel in October 2025. 

Look Both Ways

Travis showed his son how to safely cross the street while traveling for his and Blink-182‘s Missionary Impossible Tour in August 2025. 

Big Foot Forward

The tiny tot took a giant step toward a menacing cutout of Sasquatch, proving he’s not afraid of the fictional figure. 

Rocker in the Making

Rocky made it clear he’s taking after dad Travis by playing drums in July 2025.

That’s Amore

Rocky even brought along a ukulele while on vacation in Portofino, Italy, in July 2025, with Kourtney captioning the moment, “When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie.”

Playtime With Mom

Rocky sported some leopard print while playing with his mother, as seen in this pic the drummer shared on Instagram in honor of his wife’s 46th birthday in April 2025.

Beach Vacay

Kourtney and her baby boy enjoyed a quiet moment in the shallow ocean.

Celebrating Mom’s Birthday

During her 46th birthday trip in 2025, Kourtney took a break from reviewing some home renovation plans to enjoy the view from their private jet with her baby boy.

Beach Stroller

Kourtey and Travis walked hand-in-hand with their son while on the beach in a February 2024 Instagram post.

Little Drummer Boy

In January 2025, Travis showed that his son was following in his footsteps when he posted this pic of Rocky behind a mini drum set.

Tiny Learner

Rocky was deep in a book, reading all about the Pixar movie Inside Out 2 in November 2024.

Catching Some Rays

The Kardashians star took her son for a beach walk, as seen in an Instagram photo she shared in November 2024. 

Disney Dad

On Rocky’s first birthday, Travis took his son to meet Mickey Mouse at Disneyland.

House of Mouse

The baby boy got to take home his very own Mickey Mouse balloon during his visit to the Happiest Place on Earth.

Around the World

Rocky played with some unique toys, embracing a globe bouncy ball and a skeleton prop ahead of Halloween.

Bat Baby

For Rocky’s first Halloween, Kourtney and Travis dressed him in a sweet bat onesie.

Spook-tacular

At 11 months, Rocky also sported a skeleton outfit for Halloween 2024.

By the Shore

The couple took Rocky to the ocean in an October 2024 snap.

Growing Up Fast

He took in the views in September 2024. 

Spot the Tot

The reality star bundled up in a cheetah print coat as she carried Rocky in this snapshot shared by Travis in September 2024.

Miss You

The Blink-182 drummer kissed his baby boy on the cheek in this September 2024 picture.

Mother-Son Selfie

Say cheese! Kourtney snapped a breastfeeding selfie with Rocky in September 2024.

Tour Life

In August 2024, Kourtney shared photos from the road as the family joined Travis on Blink-182’s summer tour, including this snapshot of herself nursing Rocky backstage.

Aliens Exist

Rocky had a blast riding on an UFO buggy backstage at a Blink-182 show.

Father’s Day Tribute

“Happy Father’s Day @travisbarker !!” Kourtney wrote to Travis on Instagram on Father’s Day 2024, sharing never-before-seen pics of her husband with their son. “Beyond grateful for the Dad that you are to our baby boy, and all of our kids.”

Kisses for Baby

The reality star continued, ” You keep us safe and protected and take care of us. Having a family with you is heaven. Happy to celebrate you!”

Sun Day, Fun Day

Kourtney also included this pic of Travis and Rocky in her Father’s Day tribute.

The Parenting Show

Travis’ daughter Alabama shared this photo of the couple with baby Rocky in June 2024.

Sky’s the Limit

Travis played with his baby boy on a private plane.

All the Small Things

The Poosh founder and the rocker shared a sweet kiss while holding their son Rocky, who they welcomed on Nov. 1, 2023.