WWE Star Logan Paul Issues Public Apology to Social Media Sensation Alix Earle
Internet personality and WWE wrestler Logan Paul has publicly apologised for causing discomfort to TikTok star Alix Earle during a recent interview. The incident occurred on the red carpet at the Fanatics Super Bowl Party in San Francisco earlier this month, where Paul was hosting a special edition of his Impaulsive podcast.
The Uncomfortable Exchange That Sparked Controversy
During the live recording, Paul unexpectedly asked Earle, "Have you won Dancing With The Stars before?" The question visibly startled the University of Miami graduate, who had recently competed on the latest season of the popular ABC competition show. Earle finished as runner-up to Australian wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin, making Paul's inquiry particularly awkward.
"No, I haven't. Thank you so much for rubbing it in," Earle responded with noticeable discomfort. Paul's co-host Mike Majlak immediately questioned the line of questioning, asking "Why would you say that?" in apparent bewilderment at the social faux pas.
Paul's Explanation and Sincere Apology
In a subsequent discussion on his podcast with Barstool personality Brianna LaPaglia, Paul admitted his error and expressed genuine remorse. "That was a f***ing mistake," the 30-year-old insisted when asked about potentially trolling Earle. "I made such a mistake. I thought she won. I was like trapped. I was like, 'Oh f***.' Here I am thinking I'm complimenting her, like laying her up to be like, 'Yeah, I won!' And then, I was like, 'F***, she didn't win.'"
Paul acknowledged Earle's visible discomfort during the exchange, with LaPaglia confirming "She was uncomfortable" during their conversation. The WWE star expressed particular regret given Earle's willingness to appear on his podcast, stating "Yeah. Man, she gave us the grace of joining the podcast" before making his apology explicit: "I owe her an apology. [...] Look, I'm not a perfect human being, far from it."
Additional Tensions During Super Bowl Week Recording
The awkward moment with Earle wasn't the only contentious exchange during the special Super Bowl week podcast recording. Paul also found himself embroiled in a verbal sparring match with NFL legend Tom Brady, who has been linked romantically to Earle in recent speculation.
The disagreement centred on the upcoming Fanatics Flag Football Classic in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. When Paul suggested his WWE experience might translate to football success, Brady offered a dismissive response: "I'm actually a little worried for you. You're a good athlete, but these guys are on another level. It's cute. I love WWE. It's very cute. But, honestly, this is like real football, real competition."
The seven-time Super Bowl champion emphasised the significance of the upcoming event, adding "Let's see if you can still bring it. I mean, we all had a great past. I won seven Super Bowls. You know what matters? This game, March 21, in Saudi, I'm glad you're going to be there and I'm glad you're finally going to participate in a competition that matters."
The Aftermath and Public Response
Paul's apology represents a significant moment in the ongoing relationship between traditional celebrities and social media influencers. The incident highlights how quickly seemingly innocent questions can create uncomfortable situations in public settings, particularly when broadcast to millions of followers across multiple platforms.
Earle, who attended the 2026 Fanatics Super Bowl Party in San Francisco earlier this month, has not publicly responded to Paul's apology. The social media star's participation in the latest season of Dancing With The Stars brought her significant attention beyond her TikTok following, making the exchange particularly sensitive given her recent competition experience.
This episode serves as a reminder of the delicate nature of celebrity interviews and the importance of thorough preparation, even for experienced media personalities like Paul who transitioned from YouTube fame to professional wrestling and podcast hosting.
