Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios

For over two years, TikTok favorite Alix Earle and NFL wide receiver Braxton Berrios captured fan attention as one of entertainment and sports’ most watched couples. But in early December 2025, the pair announced they had officially gone their separate ways — ending a relationship that blended celebrity life, long-distance challenges, and lots of public curiosity.

A Relationship Built in the Spotlight

Alix — known for her massive social media following and as the host of the Hot Mess podcast — first met Braxton at a party in early 2023. The connection sparked quickly, and by late 2023 they were publicly attending red carpet events together. Over time, fans watched moments of their life unfold — from Braxton supporting Alix after her Dancing With the Stars journey to shared home life in Miami and beyond.

Despite the differences in their day‑to‑day lives — Alix jetting between content creation, podcasting, and TV, while Braxton balanced his NFL schedule — the two seemed committed. They celebrated milestones like anniversaries and even supported each other through tough times, including injuries and career commitments.

Why They Split

In December 2025, outlets confirmed that Alix and Braxton had mutually decided to end their relationship after more than two years together. While neither issued a deeply personal public statement, multiple reports suggest that long‑distance logistics and diverging career paths played a big role in the split. Alix spends much of her time based out of Los Angeles and Miami for media work, while Braxton’s NFL commitments keep him rooted in Texas and Florida.

The breakup doesn’t appear to be a dramatic blow‑up so much as a thoughtful parting — with both acknowledging that maintaining a high‑profile, cross‑country relationship wasn’t sustainable long‑term. Sources have emphasized that both are “moving forward positively” and prioritizing their individual futures.

Life After the Breakup

Almost immediately after news broke, Alix was spotted out in Miami, seemingly embracing her single life with confidence and joy. Videos show her out with friends, turning the moment into a fresh chapter rather than a retreat.

Meanwhile, Braxton has maintained focus on his professional duties with the Houston Texans, though his support for Alix was noted even during her time on Dancing with the Stars, where he sent her a prerecorded message of encouragement during the show’s finale.

Fan Reaction & Speculation

The couple’s split wasn’t entirely surprising to all fans. Social followers had speculated for months about potential strains — especially with Braxton’s absence during key moments in Alix’s media life and rumors around long‑distance friction. Some fans tried to connect dots on social media, as is common in influencer culture, but the couple largely kept personal details out of the spotlight.

Now, the conversation has shifted from “are they together?” to “what’s next?” — with both supporters and critics weighing in online about how each will navigate life post‑relationship.

Breakups can be challenging — especially under public scrutiny — yet sources close to both Alix and Braxton describe them as approaching this next phase with maturity and focus. Whether fans continue to follow their individual careers or reminisce about the time they spent together, one thing’s clear: this chapter has closed, but both stories are very much still being written.