Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios have called it quits after nearly two years together. The split comes as the TikTok star wrapped her successful Dancing With The Stars run, with sources citing the strain of maintaining a long-distance relationship as the primary reason for their breakup.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Alix Earle (24) and Braxton Berrios (30) confirmed their split on December 6, 2025
- The couple met at a Miami party in February 2023 and officially became an item in November 2023
- Their relationship was primarily long-distance, which posed significant challenges
- The breakup was mutual, with both agreeing to end things rather than continue struggling
The Long-Distance Relationship Breakdown
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According to sources close to the couple, long-distance proved to be an insurmountable obstacle for Earle and the Houston Texans wide receiver. “Majority of their relationship was long-distance and it was hard for them to navigate,” an insider told Us Weekly, noting that they “mutually agreed on the split.”
The challenges of maintaining a relationship across different cities while juggling their demanding careers ultimately took a toll. Earle was focused on her Dancing With The Stars journey, while Berrios remained committed to his NFL responsibilities with the Texas-based team.
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Earle made her DWTS debut in September 2025, partnering with dance pro Val Chmerkovskiy. Despite missing Berrios’s presence at live shows, she powered through to the finale. On November 25, 2025, Earle finished in second place but didn’t let her relationship struggles show on screen.
Throughout her stint on the competition series, Berrios remained supportive from afar. He even sent a heartfelt video message before the finale aired, telling her, “I’ve watched you pour everything into this since the moment it has started, and I think it shows. Good luck. Have fun, babe.” The irony wasn’t lost on fans that this would be one of his last public gestures as her boyfriend.
Relationship Timeline and Breakup Rumors
| Date | Event |
| February 2023 | Met at a Gatsby-themed party in Miami |
| May 2023 | First spotted together publicly |
| November 2023 | Officially confirmed relationship |
| November 2024 | One-year anniversary celebrated |
| December 1, 2025 | Breakup rumors surface after DWTS absence |
| December 6, 2025 | Split officially confirmed |
Fans first suspected trouble when Berrios was noticeably absent from all DWTS live tapings in September and October. Earle quickly shut down breakup rumors on TikTok, explaining that his NFL schedule with the Houston Texans prevented him from attending the live shows.
Just days after the November 25 DWTS finale, Earle posted a cryptic TikTok, saying there was “a lot of change happening” in her personal life. She hinted at events she chose not to share on television, revealing she had considered discussing serious matters but “didn’t want to just say things for the sake of making a really entertaining package.”
What Comes Next for Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios?
“I didn’t know I was capable of this type of love and I feel like I have truly found my other half!”
— Alix Earle, from her November 2024 anniversary post about Braxton Berrios
The breakup marks the end of what seemed like a solid partnership. Just last year, Earle gushed about Berrios on Instagram for their first anniversary, calling him her “other half” and praising his supportive nature. She emphasized how they took time to enjoy the moment without rushing into major commitments like engagement.
Both stars now face moving forward separately. Earle has her thriving social media career and newfound Dancing With The Stars platform to focus on, while Berrios continues his NFL career with the Houston Texans. The mutual decision to part ways suggests there’s no bad blood between them, but the physical distance proved too difficult to overcome.
Sources
- Us Weekly – Exclusive reporting on the breakup and long-distance struggles
- Parade Magazine – Comprehensive timeline of the relationship
- E! Online – DWTS context and appearance details
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