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Alix Earle, known for her refreshingly honest “Get Ready With Me” TikTok videos, is stepping further into the spotlight with her debut on season 34 of Dancing With the Stars. Teaming up with seasoned professional Val Chmerkovskiy, the influencer is not only dancing, but opening up emotionally — and carving out a new path in entertainment.
From TikTok to National Primetime
Alix Earle became a familiar face for many during her time at the University of Miami, casually chatting through TikTok videos about makeup, college life, and everything in between. But it was only in 2022 that her popularity skyrocketed thanks to her unfiltered charm and relatability. Now, she’s traded her dorm backdrop for primetime TV — dancing under spotlights, learning complex routines, and stepping into a new version of herself.
Gracing the stage on Dancing With the Stars, Earle has danced everything from a fast-paced cha-cha to a contemporary routine, even tackling the elegance of a Viennese waltz. Each week has challenged her in new ways — physically, creatively, and perhaps most of all, emotionally. As she said herself: “I’ve learned more about myself in the past month and a half of this experience than in the past two years.” There’s something refreshing in her humility — she’s not pretending to be a dancer, but she’s clearly becoming one.
A Deeply Personal Dedication
Some moments speak louder than a scorecard. During the show’s dedication week, Alix chose to honor her younger sister Izabel. It was an emotional performance, visibly different from her earlier ones. For viewers, that may have been the moment they started seeing her not just as a viral personality, but as someone who knows how to bring depth to the stage. To read Pluribus finale shocks fans as season 2 faces long wait
That vulnerability didn’t come out of nowhere. Earle credits her partner, Val Chmerkovskiy, for guiding her to let go and feel more during the routines. Their partnership goes beyond choreography. “We have really similar personalities,” she’s said — and you can see that ease the way they move, how they talk during rehearsals, and how much trust there is between them.
Hard Work Behind the Scenes
While Earle’s performances might look effortless under the studio lights, what happens between episodes tells another story. Determined to improve, she studies past dances on YouTube, pores over feedback, and practices constantly, even when cameras aren’t rolling. That obsession with getting better — not just being famous — is probably why she doesn’t feel like your typical influencer-turned-TV personality.
Her growing confidence is paying off. Her scores are climbing, and she’s teasing surprises. With Halloween around the corner, she’s promised a “spooky” number: “I want to make their skin crawl,” she said. Knowing her sense of humor and flare for the dramatic, this could be one to remember.
Beyond the Ballroom
Dance isn’t her only creative avenue right now. Earle hosts Hot Mess, a podcast now adapted to a vlog-style format, where she shares personal stories that range from chaotic to heartfelt. While many influencer podcasts lean toward interviews, Earle admits she prefers simply talking about her life. In a space crowded with brand deals and scripts, her honesty feels like a relief.
She’s also entertaining the idea of a family reality show. Though still in its early stages, she’s excited about the possibility of putting her close-knit family life on screen. It’s a risky move — letting cameras into your real world — but if it shows the same authentic energy as her social media presence, it might just work. To read Taylor Swift opens up in final Eras Tour docuseries episode
Alix Earle’s Expanding Universe
Earle is not stopping at dancing or podcasting. She’s already dipped a toe into acting, revealing she’s taken lessons and that scripts are starting to land on her desk. She has a clear vision, too: horror. “My dream is to play a creepy haunted girl,” she confessed, a childhood wish she’s carried into adulthood. That mix of humor and genuine ambition makes you want to root for her.
Her other projects reveal a business instinct that goes beyond content creation:
- She’s invested in consumer brands like SipMargs (a ready-to-drink margarita company) and Poppi (a prebiotic soda line).
- She previously launched a successful capsule clothing line with Frame denim, which sold out quickly.
What’s striking is that none of it feels forced. Earle seems to choose projects she connects with — either creatively or personally — rather than chasing every possible opportunity.
Staying Grounded Through It All
Even as her public profile grows, Alix Earle repeats one thing constantly: the importance of staying real. It’s her brand, yes, but more than that, it’s how she understands herself. Named multiple times by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the 50 most influential content creators, she’s riding a wave that could easily change people. Yet here she is — still candid on her podcast, still nervously excited about a Halloween dance, still someone who feels like she could be your funny friend from college.
I find it refreshing to see someone embrace fame without molding herself into something unrecognizable. Whether she’ll make a real mark in acting or reality TV, I don’t know yet. But if she keeps growing like this — from clever influencer to serious performer — I’m curious to follow the journey.
