Bethenny Frankel is coming to Alix Earle and Tom Brady's defense after they were spotted being flirty with each other on New Year's Eve. "Why aren't they allowed to do what they want to do?" Frankel, 55, shared in an Instagram video on Monday, January 5. "They're two consenting adults. He is a legendary, disciplined athlete that is respected by his entire community and everyone he's worked with. And Alix Earle is a successful influencer who is showing up on time and seems to have good, meaningful friendships.