Tom Brady sparked attention after appearing alongside influencer Alix Earle at a New Year’s Eve party in St. Barts. However, despite the buzz, sources claim the former NFL quarterback isn’t rushing toward anything romantic. While clips of the pair circulating online fueled speculation, insiders say Brady is far more cautious behind the scenes, especially when it comes to anyone with a large online presence.
Tom Brady already ‘wary’ of Alix Earle after a night of partying, claims source
At a lavish New Year’s Eve yacht party, Tom Brady and Alix Earle were seen chatting, dancing, and standing close enough to spark internet theories within hours. Videos shared by partygoers, and later amplified by Earle on her own social platforms, showed the influencer whispering to Brady and placing a hand on his back as music blared.
While those clips ignited interest among fans, one source familiar with Brady’s inner circle claimed the quarterback was uneasy about how quickly the footage spread. According to that insider, who spoke with Rob Shuter, “Tom’s learned who to trust after decades in the public eye.” Social media exposure, the source alleged, is something he approaches with extreme caution.
The concern, they said, stems from Brady’s preference for privacy. Insiders pointed out that he has reportedly avoided dating people who document their daily lives online. The source emphasized that Brady “values discretion above everything else” and found it puzzling how the New Year’s Eve videos surfaced so quickly.
Earle, who recently split from NFL wide receiver Braxton Berrios, has built a massive following through unfiltered lifestyle content. Her posts from the St. Barts celebration showcased the lively atmosphere, including a few interactions with Brady that fans quickly dissected. While many viewers interpreted the clips as flirty, a separate tipster insisted to Daily Mail that the two “aren’t dating.” Furthermore, they added that any future meetup would “at best” be casual.
Even Earle’s family has weighed in, jokingly. In a TikTok shared by her stepmother, Earle’s father poked fun at the viral moment while talking about a blazer he once bought because he saw Brady wearing something similar. His lighthearted commentary only added fuel to the online chatter.
Originally reported by Zahrah Patel on Reality Tea.
