Is Tom Brady quietly backing Donald Trump? NFL legend's Club World Cup appearance fuels speculation
Tom Brady's surprise appearance at the Chelsea vs. PSG Club World Cup final on July 13 didn't just draw attention from soccer fans—it reignited a political firestorm. The NFL icon was spotted watching the high-profile match from none other than President Donald Trump's private suite, alongside First Lady Melania Trump, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, and FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Revisiting the MAGA hat controversy and Donald Trump connection
While Tom Brady has long maintained silence on his political views, his presence in Donald Trump's VIP box, flanked by Republican power players, has once again raised the question: is Tom Brady a Trump supporter?
Brady's alleged political leanings have stirred public curiosity since 2015, when a red 'Make America Great Again' cap was seen in his locker during a media interview. At the time, he explained on WEEI radio: 'He always gives me a call and different types of motivational speeches at different times.
So now that he's running for president, he sent me a hat, and he gave it to [Patriots owner Robert Kraft] a couple weeks ago.
So it found its way to my locker.'
Brady called Trump 'a hell of a lot of fun,' but stopped short of explicitly endorsing him. Still, the moment marked the beginning of a long-running debate about where Brady stands politically.
Tom Brady's evolving stance and clarification over the years
Fast-forward to 2022, Brady attempted to clarify his political image in a candid interview with Variety.
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'I think [the press] just mischaracterized a lot. And my personality isn't ever one to insult anybody,' he said. 'There are things that I agree with. There are things that I don't… I'm really responsible for what I say.'
Brady emphasized he hadn't 'talked to [Trump] in a lot of years,' signaling distance, if not disavowal. His nuanced response highlighted a desire to stay out of political polarization without fully severing ties.
Antonio Brown and the 2024 campaign connection
Former teammate Antonio Brown—never one to shy away from controversy—claimed on the Fearless podcast that Brady was involved in a call with Trump during the 2024 election run. Brown, who openly supports Trump, said of Brady: 'Yeah, definitely,' when asked if the quarterback backed Trump.
Despite these recent headlines, Tom Brady has never formally endorsed any candidate. His calculated ambiguity may be a reflection of his brand—one built on universal appeal. But with recurring proximity to Trump, questions around his political identity are unlikely to fade any time soon.
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