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The Sun
5 days ago
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- The Sun
Ring girl Sydney Thomas turns heads in stunning bikini as fans fall for viral sensation all over again – ‘good heavens'
VIRAL ring girl Sydney Thomas has caught the attention of boxing fans once again - this time far away from the boxing ring. Sydney, 21, shot to fame during Jake Paul's high-profile bout against Mike Tyson in November 2024. 11 11 Since that fight Sydney has become a social media superstar, boasting over TWO MILLION followers across X, Instagram and TikTok. Now she's travelling the world and sharing picture of herself enjoying her new globetrotting lifestyle. She recently kept her fans in the loop with her travels as she posted a photo of herself soaking up the sun on vacation. Sydney wore a bikini top and matching trousers as she posed on a boat. Her fans didn't waste any time lauding her upload in the comments section. One fan labelled the influencer as "beautiful". While another wrote: "good heavens". And a third commented: "Oh my goodness". 11 11 11 Sydney hasn't just been focusing on her new career online, but has also earned a degree amid all the mania surrounding her rise to fame. Sydney graduated from the University of Alabama one year early in May. Sydney Thomas stuns in daring ring girl outfit and is branded 'so perfect' by awestruck fans In an Instagram post celebrating her graduation, she wrote: "As I look back and reflect on my college experience, I can't help but acknowledge how monumental each of these years has been in shaping me into who I am today. "From navigating the loss of my mother to the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame, Alabama has been the one constant through it all- continually welcoming me with open arms and keeping me grounded in who I am. "Though my college journey was far from typical, I've found such beauty and comfort in the abnormalcy of it all, trusting that everything unfolded in alignment with Gods divine timing. "This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I'll look back on often. "And while it's bittersweet that it's come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me." Sydney's wild new life has thrown some amazing opportunities her way, including attending the Grammys and spending her summer at events such as Coachella.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ring girl Sydney Thomas turns heads in stunning bikini as fans fall for viral sensation all over again – ‘good heavens'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VIRAL ring girl Sydney Thomas has caught the attention of boxing fans once again - this time far away from the boxing ring. Sydney, 21, shot to fame during Jake Paul's high-profile bout against Mike Tyson in November 2024. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 11 Sydney Thomas has caught the attention of boxing fans in a new upload Credit: X @imsydneythomas 11 Sydney shot to fame as a ring girl during the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight Credit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomas 11 The 21-year-old has grown in popularity ever since Credit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomas 11 She boasts over two million followers across her social media channels Credit: Instagram / @iamsydneythomas Since that fight Sydney has become a social media superstar, boasting over TWO MILLION followers across X, Instagram and TikTok. Now she's travelling the world and sharing picture of herself enjoying her new globetrotting lifestyle. She recently kept her fans in the loop with her travels as she posted a photo of herself soaking up the sun on vacation. Sydney wore a bikini top and matching trousers as she posed on a boat. Her fans didn't waste any time lauding her upload in the comments section. One fan labelled the influencer as "beautiful". While another wrote: "good heavens". And a third commented: "Oh my goodness". 11 Sydney regularly shares updates with her fans and followers online Credit: Instagram 11 Her newfound fame has handed her some amazing opportunities Credit: Getty 11 She has been spending plenty of time on red carpets Credit: AP Sydney hasn't just been focusing on her new career online, but has also earned a degree amid all the mania surrounding her rise to fame. Sydney graduated from the University of Alabama one year early in May. Sydney Thomas stuns in daring ring girl outfit and is branded 'so perfect' by awestruck fans In an Instagram post celebrating her graduation, she wrote: "As I look back and reflect on my college experience, I can't help but acknowledge how monumental each of these years has been in shaping me into who I am today. "From navigating the loss of my mother to the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame, Alabama has been the one constant through it all- continually welcoming me with open arms and keeping me grounded in who I am. "Though my college journey was far from typical, I've found such beauty and comfort in the abnormalcy of it all, trusting that everything unfolded in alignment with Gods divine timing. "This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I'll look back on often. "And while it's bittersweet that it's come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me." Sydney's wild new life has thrown some amazing opportunities her way, including attending the Grammys and spending her summer at events such as Coachella. 11 Sydney graduated from the University of Alabama recently Credit: instagram @iamsydneythomas 11 She celebrated graduating one year early Credit: instagram @iamsydneythomas 11 Sydney attended the Grammys after her rise to fame Credit: Instagram @iamsydneythomas
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sydney Thomas, viral ring girl from Tyson vs. Paul fight, graduates early from University of Alabama
Sydney Thomas , the ring girl who went viral during the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight in November 2024, has celebrated a major milestone: her college graduation. The 21-year-old influencer earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama , completing her studies in just three years. This achievement comes amidst significant personal and public events, including the loss of her mother and her unexpected rise to fame. Operation Sindoor India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu airport: What we know so far How India used 'Sudarshan Chakra' to take down Pak drones, missiles Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Thomas took to Instagram to share her excitement about her graduation. "Did it in 3🎓 @univofalabama," she wrote, alongside photos of herself in a white dress and graduation gown. In her post, Thomas reflected on her college journey, acknowledging the challenges she faced and how they helped shape her into the person she is today. 'As I look back and reflect on my college experience, I can't help but acknowledge how monumental each of these years has been in shaping me into who I am today,' Thomas shared. 'From navigating the loss of my mother to the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame, Alabama has been the one constant through it all, continually welcoming me with open arms and keeping me grounded in who I am.' Her post also conveyed gratitude for the time she spent at Alabama, despite the 'non-typical' college experience. "This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I'll look back on often,' Thomas wrote. 'And while it's bittersweet that it's come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me.❤️ Roll Tide, forever & always.' The Rise to Fame Sydney Thomas became a viral sensation when she appeared as a ring girl during the highly-publicized Tyson vs. Paul fight in November 2024. The event, which took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, garnered massive attention, especially after being featured in a Netflix broadcast. Her striking appearance and confidence captivated viewers, leading to a flood of social media attention. Since then, Thomas's life has been a whirlwind. She quickly amassed millions of followers on TikTok , signed with Creative Artists Agency , and landed numerous brand deals. In fact, she reached the impressive milestone of one million followers on TikTok, marking her transition from a ring girl to an influencer with substantial social media clout. 'I still haven't been able to fully wrap my head around it all,' Thomas previously told PEOPLE. 'Just the fact that I'll go on Snapchat or something and all the news stories have my face in front of the weirdest mind game to me.' Reflecting on the Journey Despite her rapid rise to fame, Thomas has remained grounded and reflective. Her college experience, while extraordinary, was deeply personal, marked by both triumph and loss. As she celebrated this achievement, she shared with her followers that she was grateful for the stability and support Alabama had provided throughout her journey. One of her friends, gymnast Olivia 'Livvy' Dunne, who graduated from Louisiana State University in December 2024, also congratulated her on the milestone. 'I came for a time, and I fell short. I also came to NOT give up, and I absolutely didn't,' Thomas wrote in a separate post about her marathon of achievements, both in school and beyond. Also Read: Who is Sydney Thomas and why is she trending?
New York Post
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Viral ring girl Sydney Thomas celebrates college graduation after ‘far from typical' journey
Sydney Thomas, the viral ring girl from the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight in November 2024, recalled 'the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame' while celebrating her college graduation on Wednesday. The 21-year-old influencer revealed on her Instagram that she earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama in three years amid highs and lows, including the passing of her mother. 'Did it in 3🎓 @univofalabama,' Thomas wrote, including snapshots of her wearing a white dress and her graduation gown. 'As I look back and reflect on my college experience, I can't help but acknowledge how monumental each of these years has been in shaping me into who I am today. From navigating the loss of my mother to the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame, Alabama has been the one constant through it all- continually welcoming me with open arms and keeping me grounded in who I am. Advertisement 3 Sydney Thomas recalled 'the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame' while celebrating her college graduation on Wednesday, May 6, 2025. Instagram/Sydney Thomas 'Though my college journey was far from typical, I've found such beauty and comfort in the abnormalcy of it all, trusting that everything unfolded in alignment with Gods divine timing. 'This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I'll look back on often. And while it's bittersweet that it's come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me.❤️ Roll Tide, forever & always.' Advertisement 3 Sydney Thomas recalled 'the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame' while celebrating her college graduation on Wednesday, May 6, 2025. Instagram/Sydney Thomas One image showed Thomas wearing a red dress while chugging a bottle of champagne. She posed with her friends in other snapshots. Advertisement Thomas, who is a native of St. Louis, previously said she was enrolled in online classes in Alabama due to her travel schedule. The blonde beauty became an overnight sensation during the Paul-Tyson rumble, which took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Nov. 15, 2024. 3 Sydney Thomas is embracing her newfound fame after the ring girl nearly stole the spotlight during the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight on November 15, 2024. TikTok/Sydney Thomas Thomas, who garnered massive attention after that, landed brand deals on social media and interviews. Advertisement She celebrated reaching one million followers on TikTok after the fight and eventually signed with Creative Artists Agency for representation. Thomas previously shared that she was discovered by Paul's company through social media.
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘One degree hotter' – Ring girl Sydney Thomas puts on busty display as she chugs Champagne to celebrate graduation
SYDNEY THOMAS stunned fans with a busty display as she attended her graduation. The stunning ring girl graduated from the University of Alabama with great pride. 15 15 15 Sydney, 21, wowed her 886k followers as she wore a short and busty white dress. She wore the dress with the traditional robes and with her six friends in front of the restaurant Rama Jama's. It was not the only outfit she wore as she was also pictured in a bold red dress drinking champagne on a set of stairs at the Tuscaloosa campus. Her fans loved the snaps posted on Instagram as they flooded the comment section. One posted: "Beauty queen! Congratulations." A second wrote: "So proud of you angel." A third commented: "One degree hotter." A fourth said: "Congrats Sydney!! Bama was lucky to have you." Another added: "Goodness gracious, could you be any more amazing and perfect?" Sydney also shared a touching message on the post as she revealed the challenge of dealing with the loss of her mother to gaining massive fame. Sydney Thomas stuns in daring ring girl outfit and is branded 'so perfect' by awestruck fans 15 15 15 She wrote: "As I look back and reflect on my college experience, I can't help but acknowledge how monumental each of these years has been in shaping me into who I am today. "From navigating the loss of my mother to the whirlwind of unexpected overnight fame, Alabama has been the one constant through it all- continually welcoming me with open arms and keeping me grounded in who I am. "Though my college journey was far from typical, I've found such beauty and comfort in the abnormalcy of it all, trusting that everything unfolded in alignment with Gods divine timing. "This has been such a beautiful chapter in the story of my life—one I'll look back on often. "And while it's bittersweet that it's come to an end a year early, I know that wherever my path leads next, Alabama will always be sweet home to me. "Roll Tide, forever & always." Sydney rose to fame following her appearance as a ring girl for Jake Paul's boxing fight with Mike Tyson in November 2024. She has continued to add fans with her glamorous pictures on social media. Earlier this month, fans were left stunned as she wore a busty bikini. Back in March, she opted for a daring outfit as she attended the Grammys. 15 15 15 15 15
