Sophie Cunningham news
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The gist
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham resurfaced podcast comments call WNBA 'so inappropriate' behind the scenes.
Her social media following surpassed Caitlin Clark's, showing her growing brand influence.
Background
Sophie Cunningham, a guard for the Indiana Fever, has recently gained attention after an old podcast clip resurfaced where she described the WNBA's behind-the-scenes culture as 'so inappropriate' and 'wild'. This clip, along with another from December 2025 on Caleb Pressley's 'Sundae Conversation' about OnlyFans, has sparked fresh buzz. Additionally, Cunningham has surpassed teammate Caitlin Clark in Instagram followers, with 4.1 million to Clark's 4 million as of Sept. 1, 2026, highlighting her growing social media presence.
How it unfolded
- Dec 2025Sophie Cunningham appeared on Caleb Pressley's 'Sundae Conversation' podcast, discussing topics like OnlyFans and the WNBA.
- Sep 1, 2026Cunningham surpassed Caitlin Clark in Instagram followers, with 4.1 million followers compared to Clark's 4 million.
- Sep 2, 2026A resurfaced podcast clip of Cunningham describing the WNBA as 'so inappropriate' behind the scenes began circulating, drawing attention.
- Sep 4, 2026The Indiana Fever shared that Cunningham has been conducting meet-and-greets with veterans throughout the 2026 season, earning praise.
Who’s saying what
- Public
- Fans praised Cunningham for her candid comments and her involvement with veterans, with some saying 'Love this'.
- Analysts
- Commentators noted that Cunningham's social media growth and outspoken personality are expanding her brand beyond basketball.
Still unverified
The specific content of Cunningham's 'inappropriate' comments is not detailed in the material; only her characterization is reported.