Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bündchen has entered her second marriage, tying the knot with jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente. This development comes three years after her highly publicised divorce from American football legend Tom Brady in 2022.
Behind the Decision to Marry: Pressure and Tradition
According to a source speaking to Page Six, the decision to formalise her relationship with Valente came from a mix of personal belief and external pressure. The source revealed that while Bündchen's family initially advised her to simply live with Valente, other factors prevailed. "Between Valente's pressure and her being a traditionalist, she felt since they have a child, they might as well marry," the source stated. The couple welcomed a son in February 2025 and have fiercely guarded their privacy regarding the newborn.
The insider also highlighted significant financial concerns raised by Bündchen's inner circle. "Her family warned her that marrying a penniless guy when she is worth millions is a mistake," the source added. Reports indicate that a prenuptial agreement is in place, but it allegedly contains loopholes. These could potentially lead to a financial settlement for Valente in the event of a divorce.
Reflections on Life After Tom Brady
Gisele Bündchen has previously spoken emotionally about the end of her 13-year marriage to Tom Brady. In a 2023 interview with Vanity Fair, she described the split as a profound personal transformation. She said the entire process felt like "a death and a rebirth," equating it to "the death of my dream." She touched upon her childhood belief in fairy tales and the pain of a life not going as planned.
While never specifying a single reason for the divorce, Bündchen philosophically noted, "Sometimes you grow together; sometimes you grow apart." She reflected on their beginnings, meeting when she was 26 and Brady was 29, united by shared goals of building a family and a life together.
Silence from the Principals Amidst Speculation
As of now, neither Gisele Bündchen nor Joaquim Valente has publicly commented on the marriage reports or the specific claims made by sources. Tom Brady has also remained distant from this new chapter in his ex-wife's life. The supermodel, who was quickly linked to Valente after her separation from Brady, had consistently avoided commenting on their relationship status until now.
The news places a renewed spotlight on Bündchen's personal journey, her vast fortune estimated at hundreds of millions, and the complexities of navigating high-profile relationships in the public eye.
