The Earle family scandal primarily refers to the public revelation in 2008 that Thomas "TJ" Earle was having an affair with Ashley Dupré. This disclosure occurred while TJ Earle was married to Alisa Earle, with whom he shares two daughters, Alix and Ashtin Earle.
Background of the Earle Family
Thomas "TJ" Earle and Alisa Earle were married and parents to their daughters, Alix and Ashtin. The couple eventually separated when their daughters were in elementary school.
The Scandal Revealed
In 2008, it became publicly known that TJ Earle was involved in an affair with Ashley Dupré. Dupré was notably a central figure in a separate, high-profile sex scandal involving the former Governor of New York, Eliot Spitzer. The revelation of TJ Earle's affair with Dupré was a significant event for the Earle family, coinciding with the period of his divorce from Alisa Earle.
Key Figures in the Scandal
To clarify the individuals involved in this family event, here is a breakdown:
| Key Figure | Role in the Scandal |
|---|---|
| Thomas "TJ" Earle | Was revealed to be having an affair with Ashley Dupré in 2008. |
| Alisa Earle | TJ Earle's former wife; mother to their daughters. |
| Ashley Dupré | The individual with whom TJ Earle had an affair. She was also famously linked to a sex scandal with Eliot Spitzer. |
| Alix & Ashtin Earle | Daughters of TJ and Alisa Earle, whose parents' split occurred during their elementary school years. |
The affair and subsequent divorce marked a period of public scrutiny for the Earle family.
