Alix Earle’s dad casually dropped a Tom Brady jacket joke — and now fans are buzzing. Was it a red herring or a hint at a new romance? We break down the cultural moment behind the viral TikTok.
Thomas “TJ” Earle, the father of TikTok beauty influencer Alix Earle, casually dropped a bombshell during a family TikTok video shared by his wife, Ashley Earle. In the clip, TJ jokes he bought a blue velvet blazer because he saw Tom Brady wearing one like it — a statement that immediately sparked fan theories about his daughter’s rumored romance with the NFL legend.
The video, posted on January 3, shows Ashley getting ready for an evening out while TJ chats with her. “I actually got that jacket because I saw Tom Brady wearing one like that,” TJ says, prompting Ashley to laugh, “Are you joking?” He replies, “I swear to God,” as she adds, “You just say the darnedest things.”
What makes this moment so culturally potent is its absurdity — TJ isn’t accusing anyone of anything. He’s simply referencing a fashion choice. Yet, given Alix’s recent breakup with Houston Texans wide receiver Braxton Berrios and her cozy New Year’s Eve encounter with Brady in St. Barths, fans instantly connected the dots.
Alix was photographed dancing closely with Brady during a party in the Caribbean island. Videos obtained by PEOPLE showed her leaning into him, whispering secrets, and rubbing her hand over his back — all classic romantic gestures captured on camera. A source previously confirmed to PEOPLE that both attended the same event, where they hung out and looked “cozy together.”
Later, Alix posted a recap of her holiday festivities on Instagram, captioning it: “Rumor has it we’re still dancing 🕺🕺 new friends, new memories, and new beginnings to start off the new year :)” The phrase “new friends” could be interpreted as innocent — but paired with visuals of her dancing intimately with Brady, it reads more like a coded message.
Brady himself didn’t confirm or deny anything. On New Year’s Day, he shared a cryptic post on Instagram Stories: “People are not beautiful for how they look or speak. They’re beautiful for how they love, care, and treat others.” Many fans read it as a subtle nod to Alix — a reminder that true beauty lies in emotional connection.
This isn’t the first time Alix has been linked to a high-profile figure. After splitting from Berrios — whom she called “the man who taught me what love feels like” — rumors swirled about her connection to New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart. When a photo circulated online showing Dart seemingly sliding into her DMs, Alix slammed it as a “fake photoshopped dm” in a TikTok.
But this time, there’s no Photoshop. There’s no denial. There’s only a dad who laughed about Brady’s style — and a daughter who danced beside him. And while Alix hasn’t publicly commented on the rumors, her silence speaks volumes.
Brady’s divorce from Gisele Bündchen in 2022 opened the door for new romantic possibilities — especially as he’s been romantically linked to Brooks Nader since 2024. Yet, his recent association with Alix — someone who embodies the modern influencer aesthetic — adds a new layer to his public image. He’s not just a retired athlete anymore; he’s a cultural icon navigating dating in the age of social media.
So what does this mean for Alix Earle’s future? For now, she’s focused on her career — including season 34 of Dancing with the Stars — and her personal life remains shrouded in mystery. But if TJ’s joke is any indication, she’s not shy about letting her dad be the voice of her romances — even if it’s just a fashion tip.
As fans continue to dissect every frame, every tweet, every TikTok, one thing is clear: when Alix Earle dances with Tom Brady, it doesn’t matter whether it’s real or staged — it’s already become part of pop culture history.
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