Rumours of a potential romance between NFL icon Tom Brady and social media star Alix Earle have hit an early snag, with reports suggesting Brady is wary of Earle's prolific online presence. The concern emerged after the pair were seen together at a lavish New Year's Eve celebration in St. Barts.
Viral NYE Encounter Sparks Dating Rumours
The speculation began when video footage obtained by TMZ showed the 48-year-old former quarterback and the 25-year-old influencer chatting and dancing closely at a yacht party on December 31, 2025, to ring in the new year. In the clips, Earle was seen leaning in to whisper to Brady while rubbing his back, and the two reportedly broke away from the main group to talk privately for much of the night.
However, the seemingly flirtatious interaction has been followed by a dose of cold reality. Sources close to Brady indicate he is apprehensive about pursuing anything serious, citing Earle's tendency to share details of her private life with her millions of followers.
Brady's Discretion Clashes with Influencer Lifestyle
"Tom values discretion above everything else," a source told Rob Shuter's Naughty But Nice newsletter. The insider revealed that Brady was already suspicious about how the videos from the private party leaked online, calling it a "huge red flag." The source added, "He's not interested in a girlfriend who broadcasts every detail of her life."
Further reports to Page Six and Shuter's newsletter painted Earle as coming on too strong, with one insider describing her as "way too thirsty" for the seven-time Super Bowl champion. "Tom's team is already quietly making it clear: He's not ready to be anyone's social media story," Shuter reported.
Earle's Recent Split and Brady's Past
The news comes shortly after Earle's emotional announcement of her split from NFL wide receiver Braxton Berrios, who was briefly Brady's teammate with the New England Patriots in 2018. Earle, the runner-up on the latest season of Dancing With The Stars, posted on social media that she "can't be what Braxton needs."
For his part, Brady was divorced from supermodel Gisele Bündchen in 2022. Bündchen has since remarried, tying the knot with jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente in December 2025. Brady has been linked to models Irina Shayk and Brooks Nader in the years following his divorce.
Despite the apparent cooling of romantic prospects, Earle fondly recalled the St. Barts trip on her Instagram on Sunday, January 5, 2026. She posted a series of photos with a caption toasting "new friends, new memories, and new beginnings." Whether those new beginnings include a famous football legend now seems uncertain, with Brady's reported reservations about the influencer lifestyle taking centre stage.
