In a story that blossomed away from the public eye, global supermodel Gisele Bündchen has entered a new chapter of her life. Bündchen quietly married her longtime Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor, Joaquim Valente, in a private ceremony in December 2025. The couple, who began their relationship as friends, also expanded their family this year, welcoming a baby together.
A Private Union in Surfside, Florida
According to official marriage records obtained by PEOPLE magazine, the iconic model and Valente exchanged vows on December 3, 2025, in the town of Surfside, Florida. The news was first broken by the outlet TMZ, highlighting the couple's successful efforts to keep their special day entirely out of the spotlight. To this day, no wedding photos have been released to the public, a testament to their desire for privacy.
Joaquim Valente, who is not a public figure, is a dedicated Brazilian jiu-jitsu professional. He works with the Valente Brothers, a renowned family-run martial arts academy. Despite his connection to one of the world's most famous faces, Valente is known to prefer a calm and grounded life, shunning the celebrity limelight.
Expanding the Family: A New Baby in 2025
The year 2025 brought double joy for the pair. Alongside their marriage, Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente welcomed a child together. A source close to the model confirmed her pregnancy to PEOPLE back on October 28, 2024, stating the couple was "happy for this new chapter in their life." This newborn is Bündchen's third child; she is also the mother to Benjamin Rein Brady, 15, and Vivian Lake Brady, 12, whom she shares with her former husband, legendary NFL quarterback Tom Brady. Bündchen and Brady's 13-year marriage ended with a divorce finalized on October 28, 2022.
From Trainer and Friend to Husband: The Relationship Timeline
The foundation of Bündchen and Valente's relationship was built on discipline and friendship. Joaquim Valente began teaching Gisele Bündchen Brazilian jiu-jitsu in 2021, maintaining a strictly professional relationship initially. Their first public sighting together occurred in November 2022 in Costa Rica's Provincia de Puntarenas. At the time, Bündchen firmly denied any romance, identifying Valente solely as her trainer.
The dynamic evolved slowly and privately. A source revealed to PEOPLE in February 2024, "They started out as great friends first. She's very private about this and wanted to keep it quiet while they got to know each other." Another insider emphasized Valente's supportive role, noting he "was a huge comfort" to Bündchen as she navigated life after her divorce, describing him as a "down to earth, kind and inspiring" person.
Bündchen was reportedly cautious about dating again post-divorce, making the natural progression of her friendship with Valente all the more significant. The couple also shares deep common ground, both having left their native Brazil at a young age to build successful lives in the United States. They bond over a shared love for their Miami lifestyle, frequent travel, and a strong focus on health and wellness.
As one insider simply put it, "Gisele's in a great space. She is happy and very much enjoying life. Joaquim is perfect for her." This quiet love story, which transitioned from a professional partnership to a deep friendship and finally to marriage and parenthood, stands in stark contrast to the supermodel's previous high-profile life, marking a serene and joyful new beginning.
