Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen Marriage Collapse Detailed in New Book
Author Lars Anderson's book reveals intimate details about the end of the celebrity couple's relationship, citing friends and sources close to the former couple.
The disintegration of Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen's marriage was a complex process marked by evolving personal goals and external pressures, according to author Lars Anderson's new book.
Anderson, who spent years researching the couple's relationship, detailed their struggles in his book, drawing on interviews with friends, teammates, and eyewitnesses. The book suggests that Bündchen grew increasingly frustrated with Brady's continued commitment to his NFL career, particularly his decision to un-retire for a second time.
Sources close to Brady indicated that he was deeply affected by Bündchen's actions and words during their separation. One friend reportedly stated that Brady was “stung” by her pregnancy with her new partner, just two years after their divorce. His physical appearance also changed during the 2022 training camp, with coaches and teammates noting a significant weight loss that led some to believe he was suffering from a serious illness.
Brady and Bündchen married in 2009, and together they have two children, Benjamin and Vivian. Brady also has an older son, Jack, from his previous relationship with Bridget Moynahan. Bündchen was a prominent supermodel with a significant net worth and extensive media presence when she met Brady.
Anderson's research points to a pivotal moment in February 2025, when Bündchen reportedly gave birth to her third child, her first with her then-boyfriend Joaquim Valente, who was also her former jiu-jitsu instructor. This event is cited as a significant factor in the couple's final separation.
Another instance highlighted in the book occurred shortly after Brady completed a significant comeback in an NFL game. Bündchen rushed onto the field to celebrate with him, but according to the book, she immediately questioned him about his potential retirement plans. This interaction underscores the differing priorities that ultimately contributed to their marital breakdown.
The book claims to uncover previously untold details about the marriage, including a secret letter Bündchen allegedly kept and her final words to Brady, which were described as "savage" and left him severely distraught.