Tom Brady live updates — Gisele Bündchen wishes NFL star ‘only the best’ in statement posted after finalizing divorce
TOM BRADY and Gisele Bündchen have finalized their divorce after 13 years of marriage, and the Victoria's Secret alum wishes him "only the best."
On October 28, 2022, Gisele took to Instagram and wrote: "The decision to end a marriage is never easy but we have grown apart and while it is, of course, difficult to go through something like this, I feel blessed for the time we had together and only wish the best for Tom always."
The supermodel also said that she and Tom will continue to co-parent their children, adding that their goal is “to give them the love, care and attention they greatly deserve.”
Tom also made a statement of his own, saying in part: "We arrived at this decision to end our marriage after much consideration.
"Doing so is, of course, painful and difficult, like is for many people who go through the same thing every day around the world."
Rumors suggest that Gisele gave Tom an ultimatum regarding his football career and his refusal to leave the NFL months before their public announcement. It was also said that Gisele and their kids had been living apart from Tom for months prior to the split.
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Tom Brady in attendance at Robert Kraft's wedding
Last weekend, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft married Dr. Dana Blumberg in a surprise wedding.
The two invited friends to the Hall des Lumières and announced they would be getting married that night, according to .
Sir Elton John helped plan the ceremony in just weeks.
Tom Brady was in attendance along with other Patriots players.
O.J Simpson chimes in
O.J Simpson chimed in on Twitter about criticism towards Tom Brady.
In a Simpson stuck up for Brady and claimed the backlash he got for missing practice Saturday was unwarranted.
Simpson also explained that he supported Brady in returning from his retirement.
The video was captioned, "Brady is Brady. Leave alone!!!"
Brady's worst start may not be bad news
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 3-3 this season, which is Tom Brady's worst start since 2012.
Although some NFL fans are claiming this is a sign he should've retired, Sunday Night Football took to Twitter to remind football fans what happened the last time he was 3-3.
Should football players retire earlier?
Watching Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady struggle this season personally and professionally leads NFL analysts to ask if football players push their careers too far.
NFL insider Jason La Canfora writes in a article that many greats have "awkward final acts" after deciding to play past their prime.
La Canfora cites Ben Roethlisberger, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, and Eli Manning all having poor last seasons.
Some NFL analysts predict these two famous quarterbacks may share a similar fate.
Drama for football's biggest quarterbacks
Both Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady have drama on and off the field.
Brady screamed at his offensive line in a game last week, and Rodgers has already created enemies on the Packers.
One general manager told , "They should have traded him when they had the chance, and they’re stuck with him now, whether he really wants to be there or not."
The quarterbacks have also made headlines for their personal lives.
Rodgers' engagement to actress Shailene Woodley has reportedly fallen through, and Brady's marriage to supermodel Gisele Bündchen is also on the rocks.
Brady isn't the only quarterback under fire
A recent article in The Washington Post has compared Tom Brady to another quarterback with similar struggles.
Aaron Rodgers, 39, is playing in a season he originally considered retiring for, like Brady, 45.
Nearing the end of their careers, there's more pressure than ever to make the Super Bowl, and neither seems to have teams that will do it.
Tom Brady's contract with Tampa Bay
In March 2021, Brady signed a contract extension with the Bucs to stay with the team for another two years.
Brady signed another two-year deal with the Bucs with $50million.
For Brady, $41million was due in 2021, with the remaining $8.9million due in 2022.
Why Tom Brady chose the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
After announcing his decision to sign with Tampa Bay, Brady explained why he opted for the Bucs in his welcome press conference, describing the franchise as an “intriguing” prospect.
"There were a lot of things that really were intriguing to me about the organization – the players, and the coaches, and the willingness of everyone to try to accomplish the goal of what playing football is, which is to win,” Brady said.
According to , the Los Angeles Chargers were another option for Brady, but the father of three opted for Tampa Bay due to "family considerations."
Tom Brady's initial retirement announcement
On February 1, 2022, Brady initially announced his retirement from the NFL.
"I have always believed the sport of football is an 'all-in' proposition - if a 100% competitive commitment isn't there, you won't succeed, and success is what I love so much about our game," Brady wrote in an Instagram post at the time.
"There is a physical, mental, and emotional challenge EVERY single day that has allowed me to maximize my highest potential. And I have tried my very best these past 22 years. There are no shortcuts to success on the field or in life.
"This is difficult for me to write, but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore," he continued.
"I have loved my NFL career, and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention.";
He later went on to thank the fans, his teammates and family, alongside his coaches.
Tom Brady's shocking exit
According to , "a tangible effort by the Patriots to keep Tom Brady in New England never happened. No negotiation."
"Just the intimation that it was on Brady to say what he wanted. For Brady, that stance spoke volumes."
Brady is said to have felt unwanted by the side, which solidified his decision to leave the team.
Belichick's man-management style also likely pushed Brady closer to the exit door.
Contract negotiation troubles
In 2019, Brady restructured his contract to allow him to enter the free agency the following year.
The contract specified that the Patriots could not franchise or transition tag the veteran player, allowing him the freedom to move.
When the 2019 season reached its end, Brady wanted to negotiate a longer-term contract with the Patriots allowing him to retire with New England.
However, owner Robert Kraft and coach Bill Belichick were reluctant and preferred to offer the aging player a short-term deal.
History with the New England Patriots
Considered the greatest quarterback in NFL history, Brady, 44, was selected 199th overall by the Patriots in the sixth round of the 2000 NFL Draft.
He spent 20 seasons with the Patriots - where he was the focal point of the franchise's dynasty from 2001 to 2019.
In 20 seasons, Brady led New England to 17 division titles, 13 AFC Championship Games, nine appearances, and six Super Bowl titles, all NFL records for a player and franchise.
Marriage advice from unusual places
Porn legend Brandi Love took to Twitter to comment on Tom Brady's marriage problems.
She wrote: "Dear Mr McDreamy (Tom Brady).
"I’m genuinely sorry to hear about the divorce. It’s probably the toughest thing for anyone, in any financial situation to go through.
"If you need a lap to cry in or If you need any help relaxing. I can help. I’ve thought about how 4 [sic] a long time."
Love accompanied the text with a lewd image of herself engaging in a sexual act.
There was no response from Brady's Twitter account to the post, which wasn't tagged with his official handle.
‘Going to war’
Tom Brady was speaking on his Let’s Go podcast with Kevin Durant.
He told the NBA superstar that he finds it hard to focus on his personal life during NFL season because it’s like being deployed to the military.
The 45-year-old added that he tries to focus on a “playful balance with the work balance,” but his competitiveness takes over.
It comes after Tom’s marriage with Gisele Bündchen reportedly hit a rough patch this year.
Brady and Gisele married in 2009
Tom Brady dated actress Bridget Moynahan from 2004 until 2006 and their son, John Edward Thomas Moynahan, was born in August 2007.
Brady and Gisele Bündchen started dating in December 2006 after a mutual acquaintance set them up on a blind date.
On February 26, 2009, they were wed in Santa Monica.
Benjamin Rein and Vivian Lake are Gisele and Brady’s two children.
On October 18, 2022, Brady admitted he has been struggling to concentrate this season due to speculations that he and Gisele were getting a divorce.
Tom Brady’s time in the NFL
Tom Brady participated in college football at the University of Michigan from 1995 to 1999.
Brady was selected in the sixth round, 199th overall, of the 2000 NFL Draft.
He joined the New England Patriots and played there through 2019.
Brady agreed to a $50million, two-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on March 20, 2020.
‘It’s pretty obvious he’s hurting’
After a challenging summer, the 45-year-old quarterback of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his wife Gisele Bundchen reportedly hired divorce attorneys.
According to , the seven-time Super Bowl champion is hurting.
“It’s pretty obvious that he’s hurting,” said the unnamed source. “He feels very hurt by her.”
A source also told PEOPLE: “Think about it: Tom has had a very charmed life.
“Things always seem to go his way. He works hard, he’s a good guy, he hasn’t had a lot of things go wrong in his life. This is awful for him. You can tell that this really, really hurts.”
No ‘special treatment’ for Brady
Tom Brady’s coach has stated that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers do not treat him differently because he missed some practice in order to attend Robert Kraft’s wedding.
After staying the night, the 45-year-old quarterback skipped meetings and Saturday’s walkthrough.
In front of a star-studded guest list, former Patriots owner Kraft, 81, wed Dr Dana Blumberg, 47, in a private ceremony in Manhattan.
On Monday, a question about whether Brady’s absence over the week contributed to the defeat was posed to coach Todd Bowles.
“Special treatment – there’s been a few guys that have missed some meetings and some practices for some special things that just doesn’t get publicized because they’re not him.”
'No retirement in my future'
In a recent press conference, Tom Brady told reporters he had no retirement plans.
"No retirement in my future," he said in a clip shared by ESPN.
Divorce on the horizon?
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen have reportedly hired divorce lawyers.
The power couple could be going their separate ways after 13 years of marriage.
A source told earlier in October: “I never actually thought this argument would be the end of them, but it looks like it is.
“I don’t think there will be any coming back now.
“They both have lawyers and are looking at what a split will entail, who gets what and what the finances will be.”
Gisele was allegedly unhappy with Tom’s decision to make a retirement U-turn.
'Things are very nasty'
Sources have revealed that amidst the split rumors, things are getting "nasty" between Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen
“Things are very nasty between Tom and Gisele because of the lawyers. They are ready for a fight," a source revealed to .
“Tom and Gisele are not battling over the kids, they both want joint custody. But it will take some time to divide their immense wealth and property all over the world."
Football fans criticize Gisele
After Gisele Bündchen's supportive post at the start of the NFL season, football fans took to the comment section to express their opinions.
One user commented, "You can’t allow him to play one more year and be supportive of him and be by his side? How many years have you been married!? I am sure he would do the same for you! Let’s go Gisele! Please!!"
Another chimed in, "You married the GOAT of all QB's and now you want to divorce him for not retiring on your time table. That's not love; that's control."
Gisele was cheering on Tom after coming back from retirement
Despite rumors that Gisele Bündchen was bitter Tom Brady returned to the NFL after his retirement announcement, she still sent him support at the start of the season.
In September, she tweeted a message of positivity, tagging Tom and cheering on the team.
She stated, "Let’s go ! Let’s go Bucs !"
Fans reactions to tantrum
After Tom Brady hurled the tablet during his game, fans took to Twitter to react to his outburst.
One said: “Sickening to behave like a 3 year old, you’re making millions.”
Another wrote: “Such a big baby!”
And another tweet read: “What a baby.”
While one fan posted: “What a diva.”
Tom’s meltdown
Just last month, the 45-year-old quarterback tossed a tablet in anger as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were being shut out by New Orleans Saints.
Heading into the third quarter, the Bucs had zero points on the board, leaving Brady furious.
He walked over to the sideline and hurled a Microsoft Surface tablet with all the velocity of one of his deep passes.
NFL RedZone host Scott Hanson joked it was a good thing the tablet was covered in a giant blue case.