TikTok sensation Alix Earle brought her star power to Kansas City on Saturday night, stepping into the freezing temperatures to support her boyfriend, Braxton Berrios, the Miami Dolphins wide receiver and kick returner, as he faced off against Travis Kelce’s Chiefs in the NFL’s wild-card round of the playoffs.
With over 6.3 million followers on TikTok and the host of the ‘Hot Mess’ podcast, Earle is no stranger to the spotlight. Her regular attendance at Berrios’ games has become a familiar sight for fans, and this particular match-up was no exception.
Leading up to the game, Earle shared her journey on Instagram, giving followers a glimpse into her pre-game rituals. She started with a photo captioned ‘taking in this weather before tonight,’ highlighting the freezing temperatures that awaited her in Kansas City. The weather forecast displayed negative temperatures and snow, setting the stage for a chilly evening.
Undeterred by the cold, Earle embraced her Dolphins fandom, posting pictures of a Dolphins hat and herself donning the hat along with a Dolphins jacket. A video from the plane window showcased her descent into Kansas City, ready to brave the frigid conditions. In her final pre-game selfie, bundled up in her Dolphins jacket, Earle flashed a thumbs up, signaling her readiness to step into the freezing temperatures.
Upon arrival at Arrowhead Stadium, Earle secured a spot in a suite, wisely avoiding the bone-chilling weather outside. As temperatures plummeted, the stadium transformed into an icy spectacle, with water bottles freezing into solid ice within seconds. Fans in attendance were well-prepared, armed with blankets, portable chargers, and non-dry-cell batteries to power heated clothing. The frigid seats prompted some to bring in large pieces of cardboard for insulation.
The weather conditions, with wind chill potentially reaching -30°F, raised concerns about player safety, leading to calls for the game’s postponement. ESPN NFL analyst Robert Griffin III even suggested that the Chiefs game, like the Buffalo Bills vs. Pittsburgh Steelers match, should be delayed due to the extreme weather.
Despite the challenging conditions, Earle’s dedication to supporting her boyfriend and the Dolphins remained unwavering. Her social media updates provided fans with an inside look at the glamorous yet demanding life of a WAG (Wives and Girlfriends) in the sports world, showcasing the lengths one would go to cheer on their significant other, even in the face of freezing temperatures.
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