Tom Brady is back in the spotlight , but this time it’s not for football or business. It’s about that New Year’s Eve moment with social media star Alix Earle. Rumors instantly spread after the retired NFL legend was seen getting close to Earle on a yacht in St. Barths, leading many to wonder if something more than friendship was going on.
Instead of confirming anything, Brady kept his answer calm and intentional. When asked about his personal life in Los Angeles recently, he said frankly that he doesn’t have a lot of time for romance these days. His schedule is full of work projects and family commitments, he explained, and that’s where his focus stays right now.
Tom Brady Played It Cool, But That Answer Only Made The Rumors Louder
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On January 13, Brady spoke with reporters at a Fanatics Studios event in Los Angeles and made it pretty clear what’s keeping him busy: work and his kids. He told PEOPLE, “You know what? I don’t have much time for a personal life or much time for myself, but I love working and I love my kids,” Brady says.
He also added, “I like to be busy and try to really stay fulfilled in the things I’m doing, so I’m working on some really cool projects and I’m involved with some great teams of people that are doing some really positive things,” he continues. Brady also said he loves being a dad, and he has three children, ages 18, 16, and 13.
That statement came not long after viral videos captured Brady and Earle dancing and talking closely at a New Year’s Eve gathering in St. Barths. In one clip, Earle was seen leaning in and even touching Brady’s back while sharing a private moment at the party.
Rather than answering with a relationship confirmation or denial, Brady emphasized how much he enjoys staying busy with meaningful projects and his family. He also shared gratitude for being “so blessed” in different parts of his life.
Yet, while he tried to sidestep the romantic angle, social media and fans haven’t dropped the topic. Questions about the nature of his connection with Earle continue to circulate online, suggesting that his neutral approach might have done more to fuel conversations than end them.
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Even though Brady didn’t confirm anything, that New Year’s Eve footage didn’t disappear from public view. Clips and images from the night spread across platforms, with millions of people watching every glance and gesture between him and Earle.
In response to the buzz, Brady posted an Instagram Story soon after the event about the idea of “beautiful” people , focusing on how people treat and care for others. He added heart emojis and a thoughtful song, which fans viewed as a subtle reaction to the media attention.
That timing matters, too. In December, Earle and her Houston Texans boyfriend, Braxton Berrios, split after more than two years together. She later opened up about it in an emotional TikTok, saying it was “really hard to process,” and explaining that long distance had been tough since “basically June,” because they “haven’t gotten to see each other that often.”
Public interest is understandable. An iconic sports figure and a high-profile influencer sharing a moment on a yacht makes for a compelling story , especially with the age gap and the different stages of life they’re in. But for now, Brady’s answer is that his life is full, and romance just isn’t where his headspace is these days.
Published: Jan 15, 2026 03:51 pm