Gisele Bundchen left her fashion career to take care of her family, and Tom Brady repeatedly broke his promise to retire, causing marital problems.

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen and her husband – football quarterback Tom Brady – filed for divorce in court in the US on October 28. The pair had a rift since the beginning of the year but did not reveal the specific reason. Brady has repeatedly admitted that focusing too much on his career caused problems in his family. Meanwhile, in an interview with Elle in October, Bundchen said she always lived in worry when her husband played a sport that was too violent and dangerous.

Tom Brady (left) and Gisele Bundchen at the 2019 Met Gala. Photo: KIKN

Bundchen met Brady in 2006, after she broke up with actor Leonardo DiCaprio. The two agreed to join a blind date arranged by friends. After that, they felt compatible and went on a date. In Vanity Fair , the supermodel talked about her lover when she first met: “The moment he saw Tom, he smiled and I felt it was the most charming smile. We sat together and talked for three hours. I I have to go home to celebrate Christmas with my family but I really don’t want to leave my chair.”

They got married in early 2009, holding an American and Costa Rican wedding ceremony after a month of engagement. Bundchen revealed that it only took 10 days to plan everything: “Everything was perfect. We then returned home and had a barbecue, enjoyed wine and ate ice cream and cakes. People often dream of a grand wedding party.” 200 guests. I completely agree if everyone wants that. However, I think the ceremony is also very special with only the parents of both sides.”

In June 2009, the couple revealed they were pregnant with their first baby. Bundchen’s first son – Benjamin Rein Brady – was born on December 8, 2009. She gave birth to her second child – daughter Vivian Lake Brady – in December 2012. Tom Brady has a stepson, Jack (14 years old), with ex-girlfriend Bridget Moynahan. After having two children, Bundchen gradually stopped fashion projects to spend time with her family. She agreed to move to Boston so that Brady could focus on competing and easily return to see his children every holiday.

Tom Brady (left) and Gisele Bundchen at their wedding in 2009. Photo: Gisele Bundchen Instagram

In mid-2015, many international news sites reported that the star couple was about to break up. Brady was accused of having an affair while playing away from home with the team. The rugby superstar later denied the rumors and affirmed that the family was still at peace. “I am a lucky man with the support of my family and my wife. There is no greater support for me and vice versa,” Brady told Harper’s Bazaar .

During their nine-year marriage anniversary in 2018, Bundchen shared photos from their wedding for the first time. “The past nine years have been such a journey. I love learning and growing with you. Happy anniversary to my life-giving love!”, the supermodel captioned a photo of the two embracing during the ceremony. marry.

In 2020, Brady admitted for the first time that his family was going through a difficult time when his wife blamed him for spending too little time with his children. “A few years ago, she didn’t feel like I was doing enough for the family. Bundchen said I was away all season and she had to take care of the house. When the holidays came, I focused again.” for other business projects. She asked when I would have time to do housework or take the kids to school. I had to look at myself because my wife also has her own desires and dreams,” Brady said Interview with Howard Stern.

In February, Brady announced his retirement because he did not want his wife to worry and promised to fulfill his duties as a husband and father. However, more than a month later, he changed his mind and decided to return to play. Brady said it’s impossible to feel “at peace” without rugby. Before the media, Bündchen still publicly supported her husband and wished him luck in the new season.

Tom Brady posted a photo of his wife and children in the article announcing his retirement in February. Photo: Tom Brady Instagram

At the end of September, Brady asked to be absent from the team for 11 days to deal with personal matters. Some sources rumored that playing professionally at the age of 45 put pressure on his marriage. Previously, Bundchen told Elle that she felt she had completed her “part” as a wife.

In early October, a close source said that the couple had hired a lawyer to prepare for divorce. Brady wrote on Instagram: “In recent days, my wife and I finalized our divorce after 13 years of marriage. We came to this decision peacefully and still cherish the time spent for each other. We are lucky to have beautiful and handsome children, who will always be the top concern of both of us.”

Gisele Bundchen was born on July 20, 1980, from Três de Maio, Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil). She is one of Victoria’s Secret’s hottest models. In 2000, Bundchen wore the most expensive Fantasy Bra ($15 million) in the lingerie company’s history at that time. According to Forbes , she has been in the group of highest-paid models in the world since 2001. Bundchen is currently a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations’ environmental program.

Tom Brady, 43 years old, is considered the greatest player in the history of the American football league (NFL). He won seven championships and a series of personal records. Brady entered the NFL in 2000 and played for the New England Patriots for 20 years, winning six Super Bowls. He is a quarterback, the most important position in rugby, equivalent to a midfielder in football. In March 2020, he left the Patriots after the team was eliminated in the playoffs against the Tennessee Titans.