Alix Earle Finally Breaks Silence on Feud With Alex Cooper
Rolling Stone • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Alix Earle has publicly addressed her feud with Alex Cooper, revealing she stayed silent out of fear and was warned against fighting Cooper due to her reputation for winning conflicts.
- The rift escalated after Earle abruptly left Cooper's media network, Unwell, in February 2025 amid ongoing issues, including lack of support and resources for Earle’s podcast.
- Earle accused Cooper of mistreatment and manipulation, sharing that she felt used and betrayed, particularly recalling an uncomfortable 2023 podcast appearance where Cooper pressured her to drink and answer sexual questions.
- Earle read aloud a drafted text message criticizing Cooper’s business ethics, accusing her of being manipulative, toxic, and prioritizing money over morals, and stating she would no longer be scared or trapped by Cooper.
- The conflict highlights deeper tensions behind the scenes in the podcast industry, with Earle’s family also alleging that Cooper excluded Earle from events and failed to support her professionally.
