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Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen have moved forward in their lives following their 2022 divorce after 13 years of marriage. While Bündchen recently welcomed a child with her boyfriend, Joaquim Valente, Brady reaffirmed his passion for football, declaring it his "true love."
On March 11, the seven-time Super Bowl champion shared an Instagram Story of himself throwing a football, captioned "True Love" with a flexed arm emoji. This public display of affection for the sport follows his transition into a new role as Fox Sports' lead analyst, where he contributed to record-breaking Super Bowl viewership.
Brady's love for football is something he has emphasized before. In a 2023 appearance on The Pivot Podcast, he explained, "It was never to be a champion. I love just throwing the football... I'll have a hell of a time. We would laugh, we would probably play for three hours out there." His continued devotion to the sport after retirement reflects a passion that has never faded.
Meanwhile, Bündchen, once vocal about her struggles during their marriage, has also found happiness. The former Victoria's Secret model resumed her career in 2023 and has since embraced her relationship with Valente. In a past Vanity Fair interview, she explained, "As time goes by, we realize that we just wanted different things... That doesn't mean you don't love the person. It just means that... you have to have somebody who can meet you in the middle."
Despite their separate paths, the former couple remains committed to co-parenting their children—Benjamin, 14, Vivian, 11, and Jack, 17. In May 2024, Brady even included a photo of Bündchen in his Mother's Day tribute, signaling a continued mutual respect.
However, Bündchen has hinted at challenges during their marriage. In a recent press conference, she stated, "I felt like I lived in Tom's shadow for a long time," adding that she now feels "freer" with her current partner. While she did not elaborate further, it's evident that she has rediscovered her own identity.
As Bündchen enjoys family time in Costa Rica and Miami, and Brady remains deeply connected to football, both appear content in their new lives.
