Houston Texans wide receiver Braxton Berrios has publicly addressed his high-profile breakup with former girlfriend Alix Earle for the first time, alongside the subsequent fallout from her viral New Year's Eve interaction with NFL legend Tom Brady. The 30-year-old athlete appeared in good spirits during an exclusive interview with the Daily Mail at the prestigious 2026 Pegasus World Cup in Miami on Saturday.
First Public Appearance Since Split
The Miami event marked Berrios's inaugural red carpet appearance since the couple's very public separation last year. When asked about his current wellbeing, the NFL star responded positively, stating, 'I'm doing great'. This outing represents a significant step forward following months of speculation and media attention surrounding the end of his two-year relationship with the prominent social media influencer.
The Emotional Breakup Announcement
In December, Alix Earle, aged 25, confirmed the relationship's conclusion through a heartfelt and tearful TikTok video. This announcement followed weeks of persistent rumours suggesting the pair were experiencing difficulties. During the emotional broadcast, Earle expressed her enduring affection for Berrios, explaining, 'I want him to have someone with him 24-7 who can support him and be there for him'.
She further elaborated on the challenging nature of their separation, stating, 'I love Braxton, he's my best friend, so it has been very difficult as we're trying to just go forward with this'. Initially, the former couple remained on amicable terms, continuing to follow each other on social media platforms. However, an insider source previously revealed to the Daily Mail that Berrios harboured hopes for a potential reconciliation, noting his continued affection for Earle.
The Tom Brady Controversy
The situation grew more complicated later in December when Earle attended a star-studded New Year's celebration in St. Barts. During the festivities, a video surfaced showing her sharing an intimate moment on the dance floor with retired Super Bowl champion Tom Brady, aged 48. The footage captured Earle, a Dancing with the Stars alum, rubbing Brady's back and whispering in his ear, which immediately ignited dating rumours across social media and entertainment news outlets.
This development proved particularly sensitive as Berrios and Brady were formerly teammates on the New England Patriots in 2018, with Berrios having previously expressed admiration for the legendary quarterback. In response to the viral video, Berrios took the decisive step of unfollowing Earle on social media. When humorously questioned by the Daily Mail about whether he still supported the Patriots following the incident, Berrios responded with laughter and a playful retort of 'Stop'.
Current Status and Speculation
While sources confirm that Earle and Brady are not currently dating, an insider suggested that a future romantic development between the two 'isn't far-fetched'. The pair were subsequently spotted attending the same College Football National Championship event earlier this month, though they maintained separate seating arrangements. Notably, Earle attracted attention by taking a selfie with Jordon Hudson, the girlfriend of former Patriots coach Bill Belichick, who maintains a close friendship with Brady.
Alix Earle's Netflix Venture
Amid the personal developments, Alix Earle's professional career continues to ascend. The TikTok sensation, who commands an impressive 8.3 million followers on that platform alongside 5.4 million on Instagram, recently announced a significant new project. She has secured a reality television series on Netflix, promising to offer fans an even deeper glimpse into her personal and family life.
Hospitality mogul David Grutman, aged 51, who is executive producing the series through his DGN Studios in partnership with Evan Rosenfeld, provided exclusive insight to the Daily Mail. He revealed, 'We all know Alix and Ash [her sister Ashton Earle], but the rest of the family is on another level, you're going to love the dynamic with everybody'.
Behind the Scenes of the Reality Show
Grutman admitted that persuading the Earle family to participate required considerable effort, describing the project as 'years in the making'. He expressed enthusiasm about the timing, stating, 'I think now's a great time and we're so excited about this one'. Earle herself humorously acknowledged her family's initial reluctance about broadcasting their lives on a global streaming service in the announcement teaser, joking, 'Dad. It's gonna be fun. It's gonna be fine. I mean, what's the worst that could happen?'.
Filming has already commenced according to Grutman, who confirmed that the series will delve into all aspects of their lives from the very first episode. When specifically questioned about whether Earle's recent breakup with Berrios would feature in the show, the Groot Hospitality founder indicated, 'It's a show about her life and their lives so I think it's all going to be there'. The currently untitled unscripted series is scheduled to premiere on Netflix later this year.
