Gisele Bündchen has refuted claims that she was unfaithful to her former spouse, Tom Brady, with her current partner, Joaquim Valente. In a March 23 interview with The New York Times, Bündchen, aged 43, dismissed the accusations of infidelity as false. She commented on the widespread issue of women being unfairly accused of cheating when they end their marriages, highlighting the societal pressures and judgments they face.
Bündchen refrained from discussing the specific reasons behind her and Brady’s divorce in 2022, following a 13-year marriage. She emphasized the private nature of their relationship, stating that only they truly understand what transpired between them.
She shares parenting responsibilities with Brady, the retired NFL star, for their children, Benjamin, 14, and Vivian, 11. Brady also has a son, Jack, aged 16, with his ex-partner Bridget Moynahan.
Following her quick divorce from Brady over a year ago, Bündchen has entered a new romantic phase. She described her current relationship with Valente, whom she initially knew as a friend, as unique, honest, and open.
Bündchen and Valente were first seen together in November 2022, shortly after her separation from Brady. However, according to a close source speaking to Us Weekly, their romance only blossomed in mid-2023. The source revealed that Valente supported Bündchen through her divorce and their friendship turned romantic last summer.
The same insider highlighted Valente’s wonderful rapport with Bündchen’s children and her appreciation for sharing a cultural connection with someone from Brazil, offering a shared heritage that she hadn’t experienced in previous relationships.
Despite the ongoing gossip, Bündchen expressed contentment with her bond with Valente and his family in an April Vanity Fair interview. She lamented the likelihood of being linked to various rumors post-divorce but cherished the supportive and friendly relationship she has with Valente and his family, praising the positive influence they have on her and her children.