Social media influencer and model Alix Earle has broken her silence on the viral New Year's moment that set the internet ablaze, describing her luxurious holiday in St Barths as the "best trip of her entire life." The comments come after footage emerged showing Earle getting handsy with NFL icon Tom Brady during celebrations to ring in 2024.
The Viral Encounter That Sparked Rumours
Earle, who previously dated NFL player Braxton Berrios, found herself at the centre of intense speculation when video from the exclusive Caribbean island showed her in deep conversation with the 48-year-old football legend. The clip, recorded by another party-goer, captured Earle rubbing Brady's back as they laughed together, immediately fuelling dating rumours across social media platforms.
Addressing The Elephant in The Room
Until now, the 25-year-old influencer had maintained complete silence about the encounter. However, in her most recent "Saturday in my life" vlog, Earle finally addressed the trip when prompted by her cameraman during a casual dog walk in Los Angeles.
"It was really fun," Earle revealed with characteristic enthusiasm. "I think it was the best trip of my entire life. It was just such a fun time. It was a lot of, like, new people, but just everyone was on the same vibes, like, making friends, having fun. The girls were all really nice. It was just fun."
The moment took an amusing turn when her videographer attempted to dig deeper, immediately receiving noticeable side-eye from Earle who clearly recognised Brady as the unspoken subject of inquiry.
Skillfully Dodging Further Questions
When asked if she had met anyone new during the vacation, Earle responded diplomatically: "Yeah, I knew a few people that were there and most of them I had met, I just wasn't, like, very close with. I only met a few people for the first time."
As her cameraman quipped, "just trying to think what else to ask about it...", Earle quickly shut down any potential controversy with a firm "Nothing!", demonstrating her media savvy and desire to keep her personal life private.
Earle's Current Relationship Status
The influencer is currently understood to be single following her December breakup from fellow NFL player Braxton Berrios, shortly after their two-year anniversary. Despite the rampant speculation about a potential romance with Brady, Earle is not believed to be actively dating at present.
In the same vlog, Earle offered insight into her social personality, telling her videographer: "I love going out, I'm the best time. If you bring me out, I'll be the most fun one at the party. I just need to have nothing to do the next day, which doesn't happen... that's not a reality."
Brady's Response to Dating Questions
Meanwhile, Tom Brady has also addressed questions about his love life since returning from the Caribbean trip. At a Fanatics party in Los Angeles, the NFL legend told People magazine: "You know what? I don't have much time for a personal life or much time for myself, but I love working and I love my kids."
Brady divorced supermodel Gisele Bündchen in October 2022 and has since been linked with numerous high-profile figures including actresses Irina Shayk and Sofia Vergara, and even reality star Kim Kardashian. The seven-time Super Bowl champion was recently spotted sitting next to Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson at the national championship game at Hard Rock Stadium.
Despite the viral moment and subsequent speculation, both parties appear focused on their respective careers, with Earle continuing to build her influencer empire and Brady maintaining his busy schedule between broadcasting commitments and family time with his children.
