Supermodel Gisele Bündchen celebrated her 46th birthday by sharing new personal milestones, marking a distinct chapter following her high-profile divorce from former NFL quarterback Tom Brady. According to international media reports and public social media updates from the model, Bündchen observed the occasion alongside her partner, jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente, with whom she has built a private life in Florida.
The milestone comes nearly three years after Bündchen and Brady finalized their divorce in October 2022, ending a 13-year marriage that had dominated celebrity and sports headlines. While Brady spent more than two decades in the NFL winning seven Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers before retiring for good in February 2023, Bündchen has returned decisively to her fashion roots while establishing a quieter family life in Miami.
Building a Private Life After High-Profile Splits
Reports and public appearances confirm that Bündchen and Valente share a close partnership based in Miami. Valente operates a martial arts academy in the area where Bündchen and her children began taking classes years prior to their relationship. Media outlets noted that the couple welcomed a child together in early 2025, further cementing their domestic partnership away from the intense media spotlight that followed Bündchen’s years alongside the former Patriots and Buccaneers star.
For sports fans accustomed to tracking the intersection of elite athletes and entertainment figures, the contrast between the two lives remains stark. Brady transitioned immediately from the gridlock of professional football into a high-profile broadcasting career, signing a multi-year analyst contract with Fox Sports while remaining a frequent fixture in sports headlines. Bündchen, meanwhile, has maintained an active presence in global fashion campaigns—appearing for major luxury houses—while prioritizing environmental advocacy and wellness.
Career Trajectories and Public Focus
During their marriage, Bündchen and Brady frequently balanced competing demands across multiple cities, including Boston, New York, and Tampa, Florida. Since their separation, both have recalibrated their professional paths. Brady concluded his playing career holding nearly every major NFL passing record, including career passing yards, completions, and touchdown passes, before stepping into the television booth.
Bündchen has continued to balance editorial photography shoots with motherhood, frequently sharing glimpses of her wellness routines and birthday reflections with her millions of followers. Representatives and close associates have emphasized that both individuals are focused primarily on co-parenting their children while pursuing their respective professional endeavors independently.
