TikTok star Alix Earle has issued an apology after old posts from her Ask.fm account resurfaced, showing her using racial slurs when she was 13 years old. Earle acknowledged the offensive nature of her comments and expressed regret for not addressing the issue sooner. She stated that she did not understand the meaning of the slur at the time and emphasized that such language does not reflect her current values. Earle also denied rumors that she attempted to trademark her past posts to prevent their circulation and clarified that no brands have severed ties with her due to the incident. Her apology via Instagram Story has faced criticism for its temporary visibility, with many calling for a more permanent and accessible statement.