Alix Earle, the social media sensation and beauty creator, makes it official as a member of Season 34 cast of “Dancing with the Stars.” This announcement is making big waves in the entertainment industry. Earle on the red carpet of the 2024 CFDA Awards at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City on October 28, 2024. Only a few months later, in July, the announcement came. Yet, she has more than 7.5 million followers on TikTok. Her refreshing, humor-laced takes on beauty, fashion and lifestyle tips and tricks cemented her as a beloved household name.
Earle’s popularity skyrocketed when she was featured in Rolling Stone’s annual Creators issue and named Allure’s Beauty Creator of 2024. As a result, she won a place on Forbes’ Top Creators list. This year, she made the inaugural Fashion 50 list. Her diverse career serves to underscore her formidable reach. She’s become known as a creator and a trendsetter, from beauty to the fashion industry.
Earle is especially excited about her inclusion in “Dancing with the Stars.” Speaking with Elle, she proclaimed, “I’m freaking obsessed with DWTS!” Her enthusiasm is evident, especially as her TikTok “For You” page has been filled with content from previous seasons of the hit show. Earle’s background in dance further fuels her passion for the competition. She shared, “I was dancing competitively until my junior, senior year of high school,” highlighting her deep-rooted love for the art form.
Apart from her dance path, Earle made it to the taping of the show’s 500th episode in November 2024. To mark the milestone, she filmed a special “Get Ready With Me” video. By doing so, she proved her social media savviness and acceptance of her new position as a reality-show contestant.
In addition to dance, Earle delves into… As host of the “Hot Mess” podcast, she has opened up about issues such as mental health, her path dealing with acne and her journey with cosmetic surgery. This type of platform allows her to really connect on a personal level with her audience. By doing so, she greatly increases her own relatability and influence.
