Tom Brady’s heart returns to his ‘True Love’ as Gisele Bündchen welcomes new baby and finds 'Freedom'

Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen have moved on with their lives following their high-profile divorce in 2022. After 13 years of marriage, the former couple has gracefully adapted to their new realities, finding success and fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives. While Brady continues to thrive in the football world post-retirement, Bündchen has rediscovered her passion for modeling and found love again with her jiu-jitsu instructor, Joaquim Valente.

Tom Brady’s love for football remains as intense as ever, even after retiring from the NFL. Since stepping away from the game, he has found success in his new role as Fox’s lead analyst. His insightful commentary and high-profile interviews, including a notable one with Patrick Mahomes, contributed to Fox's record-breaking 127.7 million viewers during the 2025 Super Bowl. Despite his busy schedule, Brady has maintained a balance between his professional commitments and fatherhood, ensuring that his children—Benjamin, Vivian, and Jack—remain a priority.

Brady’s unwavering connection to football was highlighted when he shared an Instagram story showing him throwing a football with the caption, “true love.” This subtle yet powerful statement reflects that his passion for the game remains unchanged. Speaking on The Pivot Podcast in May 2024, Brady admitted that his motivation was never about winning titles but rather about the sheer joy of the game. “It was never to be a champion. I love just throwing the football. When I throw the football and I see that ball spiral out of my hands, I’m like, ‘Woo! Love that! You guys want to go to the beach? Let’s throw the football. I’ll have a hell of a time. We would laugh, we would probably play for three hours out there,’” Brady shared, underscoring how football remains a fundamental part of his identity.
Gisele Bündchen has also moved forward gracefully. The supermodel, who once described her divorce as “the death of her dream,” resumed her modeling career in March 2023 after a six-month break. In February 2024, a source close to Bündchen confirmed her relationship with her jiu-jitsu instructor, Joaquim Valente, to Page Six. The couple has been spotted vacationing together in Costa Rica, often accompanied by their daughter, Vivian, reflecting a harmonious and supportive family dynamic.

Bündchen has openly spoken about the emotional challenges following her split from Brady. In a 2023 interview with Vanity Fair, she reflected on the complexities of their relationship, stating, “When I was 26 years old and he was 29, we met, we wanted a family, we wanted things together. As time goes by, we realize that we just wanted different things, and now we have a choice to make. That doesn’t mean you don’t love the person.” Bündchen’s candid acknowledgment highlights the mutual respect that remains between them despite their separation.
Motherhood continues to be central to Bündchen’s life. She recently welcomed a baby with Valente, though the details have been kept private. To relax during her postpartum period, Bündchen was spotted enjoying a yacht trip in Miami with Valente in March 2025. Her recent comments about feeling “like she lived in Tom [Brady’s] shadow for a long time” suggest that she has now reclaimed her independence and sense of self. Bündchen has also embraced a more balanced lifestyle, focusing on self-care and mindfulness.
While Brady and Bündchen have taken different paths, they remain committed to co-parenting their children with mutual respect. Brady’s acknowledgment of Bündchen in his Mother’s Day Instagram story in May 2024 reflects the amicable nature of their post-divorce relationship. Despite their romantic separation, both have prioritized maintaining a stable and loving environment for their children.
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Their ability to find happiness and fulfillment independently while maintaining a respectful relationship post-divorce serves show their maturity and shared values. Brady continues to dedicate himself to football and his children, while Bündchen has discovered a new chapter of love and personal growth.