Alix Earle, a rising social media influencer, burst onto the scene with her viral TikTok content, granting viewers an intimate glimpse into her life. Her “Get Ready With Me” videos garnered immense popularity, propelling her to a level of social media stardom comparable to renowned influencers like Charli D’Amelio and Addison Rae.
Nonetheless, with fame came heightened scrutiny, and one facet of Alix Earle’s life that consistently resurfaces in discussions is the controversy surrounding her stepmother, Ashley Dupré.
Ashley Dupré, known for her involvement in high-profile scandals, was linked to both Alix Earle’s father, Thomas “TJ” Earle, and former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer. At a young age, Dupré became associated with a luxury escort service called Emperor’s Club VIP. In 2008, it was revealed that one of her clients was Spitzer, leading to his resignation. Dupré’s life was thrust into the spotlight, and she maintained that she was simply doing her job.
Shortly after the Spitzer scandal, Dupré’s involvement with Thomas Earle came to light. Despite Thomas being married to Alix’s mother, Alisa Earle, he engaged in an affair with Dupré. Thomas expressed remorse for his actions, taking full responsibility. This affair ultimately led to his divorce from Alisa, and he subsequently married Dupré in 2013.
For Alix Earle, the revelation of her father’s affair with Dupré was a seismic event. Learning about the affair as an 8-year-old, she was initially naive about the situation. It wasn’t until she was in the fourth grade that she discovered the truth through online searches. The discovery was a profound shock, and she described feeling like her world had crumbled.
Alix struggled with her feelings towards Dupré, feeling conflicted about being told to be respectful to her. She harbored resentment and found it challenging to move forward. However, over time, her relationship with Dupré evolved.
In a conversation with Elle in August 2023, Alix disclosed that she has grown closer to Dupré over the years. She has even sought advice from her stepmother on dealing with public criticism. Despite the tumultuous past, the family has managed to move forward and heal together. They have collectively overcome the challenges and controversies of their shared history
