What Happened to Alexandra Cooper?

Alexandra Cooper, born August 21, 1994, has transformed from a college athlete into one of the most influential figures in modern podcasting. Her journey began in 2018 when she co-created the "Call Her Daddy" podcast with Sofia Franklyn. The show quickly gained traction after being acquired by Barstool Sports, rapidly increasing its downloads from 12,000 to 2 million in just two months. However, a publicized dispute with Barstool Sports in late spring 2020 led to Franklyn's departure, with Cooper continuing as the solo host, a pivotal moment that reshaped the podcast's direction and Cooper's career.

In June 2021, Cooper signed a groundbreaking three-year exclusive deal with Spotify worth $60 million, making her one of the highest-paid female podcasters globally. This move allowed her to expand the podcast's reach and reputation, attracting high-profile guests such as Miley Cyrus, Jane Fonda, and Kamala Harris, and evolving the show's content beyond its initial focus on sex and dating advice to include broader topics like female empowerment, mental health, and relationships. During this period, she also made a significant personal investment, purchasing a mansion in Studio City, California, for nearly $11 million in June 2022.

A key turning point in Cooper's entrepreneurial expansion came in September 2023 with the launch of The Unwell Network, her own media company and podcast network. This venture aimed to elevate new voices and stories, particularly for Gen Z and millennial audiences, initially signing creators like Alix Earle and Madeline Argy. Further solidifying her business acumen, Cooper inked an even larger multi-year deal with SiriusXM in August 2024, reportedly worth $125 million, which commenced in 2025. This agreement granted SiriusXM exclusive advertising and distribution rights for "Call Her Daddy" and The Unwell Network, while the podcast remained available on other platforms.

Beyond podcasting, Cooper diversified her brand significantly. In November 2024, she announced Unwell Hydration, a beverage line developed in partnership with Nestlé, aimed at women's wellness. The year 2025 saw the premiere of her Hulu docuseries, "Call Her Alex," offering an intimate look into her personal and professional life. She also expanded into live events, hosting "Unwell Vegas" in October 2025, and launched the Unwell Creative Agency in October 2025, securing a multiyear partnership with Google to connect brands with Gen Z audiences through various content avenues. In January 2026, a limited apparel line from Unwell was released at Target.

In her personal life, Cooper announced her engagement to film producer Matt Kaplan in March 2023. They married on April 6, 2024, in a destination wedding in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Cooper also achieved recognition beyond her podcast, winning an Emmy in July 2025 for her commentary and hosting during NBC's coverage of the 2024 Summer Olympics. As of early 2026, "Call Her Daddy" continued to be a top-ranking podcast, notably receiving a historic nomination for Best Podcast at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, a new category for the ceremony. Cooper remains an active and influential voice, consistently releasing new episodes and expanding her media empire, with her latest episode "Parenting Your Parents" released on March 24, 2026.