'She is secure and happy': Gisele Bündchen thrived after dumping Tom Brady—was the NFL legend the real problem?
In a moment that captured headlines around the world, Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady finalized their divorce in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage. But nearly two years later, the Brazilian supermodel has not only moved on—she's flourished.
As time has passed, insiders and close friends have painted a picture of a woman who has reclaimed her space, prioritized her wellbeing, and stepped confidently into a new chapter of life.
A post-divorce Gisele Bündchen: grounded, happy, and focused
A source close to the former Victoria's Secret angel told PEOPLE in 2024 that Bündchen 'has blossomed' in the aftermath of the split. 'She is secure and happy, and so busy with her life that she doesn't have time to dwell on the negatives out there,' the insider shared.
Her renewed energy appears to be rooted in living authentically. In her 2023 interview with Vanity Fair, Bündchen opened up about the couple's gradual separation, stating, 'It doesn't mean you don't love the person... It just means that in order for you to be authentic and truly live the life that you want to live, you have to have somebody who can meet you in the middle.' Her words offered a mature and reflective perspective on the difficult decision to end a marriage that had once captivated fans.
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A new relationship, a new pace
Since the divorce, Bündchen has been spotted on multiple occasions with Joaquim Valente, her jiu-jitsu instructor turned romantic partner. The two were first linked in June 2023, having met through Bündchen's son Benjamin, who took classes at Valente's Miami academy. Despite rumors of a breakup in mid-2024, the pair were seen walking dogs together in Surfside, Florida, suggesting a continued close bond.
A source described their connection as 'a close relationship, but not a serious love affair,' while adding, 'It's been very natural for her to date Joaquim.'
For Bündchen, this seemed less about starting over and more about choosing peace.
Reflecting on her post-divorce mindset in a 2024 IMPACT x Nightline interview, Bündchen said, 'Where my heart is now is where I am right now. I'm living my truth, and I'm not apologizing for it.'
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As throwback stories go, Gisele Bündchen's journey after Brady is a reminder that endings don't have to mean failure—they can be the beginning of something freer, fuller, and far more grounded in who we really are.
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