Gronkowski Gives Dating Advice to Brady Amid Alix Earle Rumors

The retired NFL star says his former teammate is 'on a hot streak' with his love life.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 5:21pm by

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Rob Gronkowski shared some dating advice for his former New England Patriots teammate Tom Brady as rumors swirl about Brady's relationship with influencer Alix Earle. Gronkowski told Page Six that Brady should 'follow his heart' in dating, just like he has in his football career. The retired tight end also hinted that Brady may be seeing multiple people, saying the quarterback is 'on a hot streak right now' when it comes to partying.

Why it matters

Brady's personal life has been a subject of intense public interest since his high-profile divorce from supermodel Gisele Bündchen in 2022. Gronkowski's comments provide a rare glimpse into Brady's dating life and suggest the 48-year-old quarterback may be moving on with 25-year-old Earle, who recently split from her own NFL player boyfriend.

The details

Gronkowski, 36, told Page Six that Brady should 'just follow your heart, Tom' when it comes to dating. He added that Brady should 'treat the game of dating' the same way he has treated his legendary NFL career. Recent reports have linked Brady to Alix Earle, a 25-year-old social media influencer, after the two were spotted together in St. Barts on New Year's Eve and at other events. A source told Us Weekly their relationship has been 'casual' and 'never been serious.' Gronkowski also hinted that Brady may be seeing multiple people, saying the quarterback is 'on a hot streak right now' when it comes to partying.

  • In January 2026, Brady and Earle were spotted together in St. Barts on New Year's Eve.
  • In February 2026, Brady and Earle were seen at the College Football Playoff championship game in Miami.
  • In April 2026, Gronkowski shared his dating advice for Brady in an interview with Page Six.

The players

Rob Gronkowski

A 36-year-old former NFL tight end who played with Tom Brady on the New England Patriots.

Tom Brady

A 48-year-old former NFL quarterback who recently divorced from his wife Gisele Bündchen and has been linked to influencer Alix Earle.

Alix Earle

A 25-year-old social media influencer who has been romantically linked to Tom Brady since New Year's Eve 2025.

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What they’re saying

“Just follow your heart, Tom. You know, wherever your heart is leading you, wherever your gut instinct is leading you. Just follow that heart, Tom.”

— Rob Gronkowski, Former NFL Player

“Just like he has with the game of football, treat the game of dating and you'll be very successful. Like, a No. 1 of all time.”

— Rob Gronkowski, Former NFL Player

“Alix and Tom have never been serious and their relationship has always been casual and 'I'll see you when I see you' vibe. She is doing her own thing and having fun, and is not worried about if Tom is seeing other people or the nature of their relationship.”

— Source

The takeaway

Gronkowski's comments provide a rare glimpse into Brady's personal life and suggest the legendary quarterback may be moving on from his high-profile divorce with a more casual, fun-focused approach to dating. The advice to 'follow your heart' echoes Brady's storied career and could signal a new chapter for the future Hall of Famer.