St. Barths

Jade Jones was all smiles with her crew in St. Barths until one friend’s sudden passing turned the celebration into heartbreak. Makenzi Kern, 26, died June 8 from health complications with no foul play suspected. The Iowa State cheer squad alum stayed close with Jones long after their Cyclone days.

January 05, 2026 Reported by AI

Following initial reports of flirty vibes between Tom Brady and Alix Earle at a St. Barths New Year's Eve party, sources confirm it was harmless fun with no hookup—their first meeting amid both's recent breakups.