In the aftermath of the highly anticipated Tyson vs. Paul fight, one person has unexpectedly captured the spotlight — Sydney Thomas, the ring girl. Known for her stunning looks and infectious energy, Thomas has experienced an overwhelming surge in social media attention. Her presence at the event gained massive recognition, with the 20-year-old Alabama student gaining over 350k followers across Instagram and TikTok overnight.
From Ring Girl to Social Media Sensation
Sydney Thomas was thrust into the limelight during the Netflix-streamed boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. However, it wasn’t the fighters who dominated the headlines — it was Thomas. In an exclusive interview, she revealed that her Instagram DMs were flooded with messages from big names and brands. Although she refrained from sharing specific names for privacy reasons, she noted that the influx of attention was unlike anything she had anticipated.
“I woke up and saw how my followers had gone up, and then saw all the news articles that had been written about me,” said Thomas. “It was the moment where I realized I really went viral.”
Despite the overwhelming amount of attention, Thomas expressed gratitude for her newfound fame. “It’s very overwhelming, but at the same time, I’m very grateful and blessed. What a problem to have,” she added.
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The Unexpected Star of the Event
Thomas never expected to steal the spotlight from the actual fight, and she admitted that the ring girl role wasn’t on her radar for such fame. “I knew the exposure would be awesome, but I had no idea all the focus would shift to me instead of the fight itself,” she said.
In addition to handling the sudden surge in followers, Thomas is focused on her career. With a flexible academic schedule, she plans to continue her work with Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions and pursue her ring girl and modeling career, all while finishing her studies at the University of Alabama.
What’s Next for Sydney Thomas?
As Thomas continues to build her social media presence, she plans to focus on engaging her audience and developing her brand further. “The plan is to continue building up my social media, working with the promotions, and sharing my modeling and ring girl experiences with my growing audience.”
Thomas, who has now experienced the power of viral fame, is taking each step with a sense of humor and determination. Whether she continues to dominate in the world of social media or explores new opportunities, one thing is clear — Sydney Thomas is poised to go far beyond the boxing ring.
