> At a Glance
> – Alix Earle shared that her mom faces upcoming surgery
> – The 25-year-old influencer “had a few cries” during a two-day global trip
> – Earle previously said her mom was “going through something with her health”
> – Why it matters: Shows how family crises affect even high-profile creators
Alix Earle is opening up about the emotional weight of her mom’s health battle, which shadowed her recent whirlwind travels.
Hospital Visit Over Christmas
Earle told followers she and sister Ashtin spent Dec. 26 with their mom in hospital, consulting doctors about the undisclosed condition. The TikTok star admitted the visit was “a little hard” and said the family learned of the issue while she competed on Dancing with the Stars.
- Filming the show while processing the news added stress
- She chose not to air personal details on television
- The experience contributed to on-season tears
Return to New Jersey
After circling the globe in 48 hours, Earle landed back in her home state, where her mom is now preparing for the operation.
Alix Earle stated:

> “I’m going to go see her, and I may or may not talk more about this this week. I just want to see how everything goes, and first of all, just be there for her.”
Her Jan. 7 TikTok update ended with fans sending support as the family faces the next steps.
Key Takeaways
- Earle’s two-day world trip was punctuated by worry over her mom
- The influencer prioritized privacy during DWTS season despite personal turmoil
- She is now focused on supporting her mom through the upcoming surgery
Supportive messages are pouring in as Earle balances public life and private concern.

