Sophia Culpo Hints at New Romance After Shutting Down Braxton Berrios Dating Rumors

The model revealed she's "just started dating again" after taking a break following her split from Braxton Berrios.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:19pm

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Sophia Culpo is re-entering the dating scene after shutting down rumors that she and ex Braxton Berrios were rekindling their romance. The model revealed she "just started dating again" and might have a new crush, after taking a break for "a solid four or five months" following her split from Berrios in 2023.

Why it matters

Culpo's comments about her love life come after a popular Instagram account suggested she had been spotted with Houston Texans wide receiver, sparking speculation about a new romance. Her response on TikTok shut down those rumors, highlighting the challenges public figures face in navigating their personal lives in the spotlight.

The details

In a recent interview, Culpo said she "was just feeling silly" when she posted a now-viral TikTok video addressing the dating rumors. She added that the response to the clip "was well received, thank God." As for whether she has a new flame, Culpo admitted, "I just started dating again. I took a solid four or five months off, and I think I might have a crush. I don't know."

  • Culpo and Berrios split in 2023.
  • Rumors about Culpo and Berrios rekindling their romance surfaced after Berrios' split from Alix Earle in late 2023.

The players

Sophia Culpo

A model who previously dated Braxton Berrios and is now re-entering the dating scene.

Braxton Berrios

A professional football player who previously dated Sophia Culpo and Alix Earle.

Alix Earle

A model who recently split from Braxton Berrios after nearly two years of dating.

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What they’re saying

“I was just feeling silly and I was like, 'You know what, this is kind of funny. Let's see how it goes'”

— Sophia Culpo

“If anyone sees me in another city, please let me know so I can pack.”

— Sophia Culpo

The takeaway

Culpo's comments highlight the challenges public figures face in navigating their personal lives, as well as the power of social media to quickly spread and debunk rumors. Her willingness to address the speculation head-on and move forward with her dating life demonstrates resilience and a desire for privacy in the face of public scrutiny.