Alix Earle dishes on life, podcasting and relationship with Braxton Berrios: 'Testing the waters'

Alix Earle has opened up about her romance with Braxton Berrios through her podcast 'Hot Mess with Alix Earle'
PUBLISHED DEC 6, 2023
Alix Earle is currently exploring relationship boundaries with Braxton Berrios (Getty Images)
Alix Earle is currently exploring relationship boundaries with Braxton Berrios (Getty Images)

FLORIDA, MIAMI: TikTok sensation Alix Earle and Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios kept their relationship low-key for several months before making a splash on the red carpet at the ESPYs in July 2023. While initially private about their connection, Alix has gradually opened up about their romance through her podcast, 'Hot Mess with Alix Earle'.

In Nylon's December issue, Alix Earle, dubbed the 'It Girl', delved into her life, shedding light on the journey of her relationship with Berrios. The TikTok star turned entrepreneur shared insights into her podcast, emphasizing how the new format provides an avenue to share more details about her life and love.

Alix Earle opens up on Life and Love

Alix Earle attends Sony Pictures'
Earle stands out as an influencer navigating the nuances of public visibility with grace (Getty images)

Alix Earle, renowned as a TikTok sensation and entrepreneur, takes center stage as the 'It Girl' on Nylon's December issue.

Alix Earle acknowledges that her podcast has become a conduit for sharing more about her relationship with Berrios. With a reflective tone, she articulates, “I’ve definitely been sharing more [about our relationship] with the podcast just because I’m talking in longer-form content."

In her quest for authenticity, Alix Earle sees herself as a virtually open book, asserting, “I’m still learning what those boundaries are going to be for me, so I’m still testing the waters with that so far but I always say I’m pretty much an open book. What you see is online, and it’s what you’re going to get.”

Her cautious approach underscores the delicate balance she strives to maintain between genuine self-expression and protecting elements of her personal life.

In a digital era saturated with curated content, Earle stands out as an influencer navigating the nuances of public visibility with grace. Alix Earle stands out as a luminary whose influence has seamlessly transcended TikTok triumphs. Boasting a massive following of 6.1 million on the platform, Earle has transformed her relatable and unfiltered approach into a flourishing post-graduate career.

Earle's followers, numbering in the millions, often express a sense of closeness, stating, "I feel like I’m your best friend." Earle's response echoes her transparency: "You guys literally know as much as my friends do."

Decoding 'NFL Man': Alix Earle's playful nicknaming journey with Braxton Berrios

(@alixearle/Instagram)(@braxtonberrios/Instagram)
Alix Earle shares insights on life and love, discusses podcasting journey(@alixearle/Instagram)(@braxtonberrios/Instagram)

Alix Earle unfolded a playful mystery around her relationship with Miami Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios. Last spring, as speculations swirled regarding their budding romance, Earle tantalized her six million TikTok followers with glimpses of a date, keeping the identity of her companion concealed.

Following the rumor, she began referring to Berrios as 'NFL Man' instead of revealing his real name. Throughout the summer, Earle and Berrios were seen enjoying time together, and she shared glimpses of his face but not his full face.

The confirmation of their relationship came in a fall appearance on Alex Cooper's 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, recorded live in Chicago. It was during this podcast that Earle officially acknowledged her romance with Berrios. However, in a twist of endearing continuity, she continued to affectionately label him as 'NFL Man'.

In a subsequent episode of her own podcast, cleverly titled 'The End of NFL Man', Earle and Berrios playfully addressed their relationship, cementing its authenticity. What started as a coy code name evolved into a quirky and affectionate nickname for Berrios.

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