Why Alix Earle is suddenly at the center of drama between Braxton Berrios and ex-girlfriend Sophia Culpo | NFL News
When Houston Texans wide receiver Braxton Berrios went public with his relationship in 2023, fans quickly realized his girlfriend wasn’t just another name. Alix Earle, already a TikTok sensation, had built an enormous following through her candid videos and unfiltered storytelling. Together, they’ve become one of the most-watched young couples, merging the worlds of sports and social media into a story fans can’t get enough of.
Inside Alix Earle’s romance with NFL star Braxton Berrios and the messy drama involving his ex Sophia Culpo
Berrios admitted early on that dating a high-profile influencer came with new challenges. “Obviously when I met her and we started talking and then dating, I knew that [her being an influencer] came with it,” he shared on SiriusXM Sports. But he also drew a surprising parallel between their careers, pointing out the similarities in work ethic. “We as athletes, we dream of this and do so many things our whole life to get to where we are. And I think there’s a wrong connotation about a lot of the creators or social media stars, because … they do the same thing. Maybe it didn’t take as much time, maybe it didn’t take as many years. But it still takes thought, it takes planning, it takes sacrifice.”Fans first spotted the couple together in 2023, when a TikTok video of them meeting a fan in Miami went viral. Their red carpet debut came at the ESPY Awards that same year, cementing their status as one of sports and entertainment’s rising power couples. By April 2025, the relationship reached another milestone when Alix moved into Berrios’ Miami home.Their romance stirred headlines after Berrios’s ex, model Sophia Culpo, accused him of cheating around the time he began seeing Earle. Despite the noise, the couple continued to grow stronger, even moving in together in Miami in April 2025. Both the Miami Dolphins star and the TikTok personality have insisted that their relationship did not begin while Braxton was still with Sophia.
Who is Alix Earle beyond TikTok fame?
Born and raised in New Jersey, Alix carved her own path after graduating with a marketing degree from the University of Miami in 2023. Her career took off when she started posting “get ready with me” videos, sharing not just her makeup routines but also personal struggles, including acne and anxiety. That honesty resonated with millions, helping her grow to 7.5 million TikTok followers and 4.5 million on Instagram.She later launched her podcast, Hot Mess with Alix Earle, which briefly topped Spotify’s charts, even surpassing The Joe Rogan Experience. In 2025, she was named to the Time100 Creators list, solidifying her influence. Now, she’s preparing to take on a new challenge—competing on season 34 of Dancing With The Stars.From TikTok star to mainstream personality, Alix Earle has built a career on authenticity. And with Braxton Berrios by her side, her story is only just beginning.Also Read: Travis Hunter’s wife Leanna melts hearts sharing sweet moment with baby while dad preps for Jaguars game
