You Might’ve Missed Gisele Bündchen in Tom Brady’s Tribute to Son Ben

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Tom Brady is marking a family milestone with his entire home team.

Tom Brady marked his son Benjamin’s 16th birthday on December 8th with a touching post on social media. The post included a brief appearance by his ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen.

Tom, 48, shared a series of photos on Instagram, including a cute throwback picture of his child wearing blue striped dinosaur pajamas and a black cap. In the background, Gisele, 45, seemed to be chatting with a family member or friend.

Tom praised his youngest son, Benny, sharing how much he loves him. He also mentioned his other children: daughter Vivian, son Jack (from a previous relationship with Bridget Moynahan), and Vivian.

Tom shared some photos and wrote a sweet message, praising how kind, thoughtful, and funny the person is, and how they brighten up any room. He also expressed how proud he is, but jokingly noted how quickly they’ve grown up and still haven’t mastered folding laundry!

Gisele and her boyfriend, Joaquim Valente, recently welcomed a new baby. She also celebrated her son Benjamin’s birthday by sharing a heartwarming photo online of her kissing him while holding him.

She shared a photo on Instagram with the caption, ‘I wish you’d stay this small forever so I could bring you with me everywhere!’ She continued, expressing her disbelief that her child was already sixteen, and praised their kind and loving nature, saying she felt lucky to be their mother.

Tom and Gisele are celebrating a series of special events, starting with their daughter Vivian turning thirteen just three days ago. Now, their son Benjamin is also celebrating a birthday. Despite their divorce after thirteen years of marriage (2009-2022), both parents shared heartfelt messages online to acknowledge the occasion.

He shared on Instagram on December 5th that her smile makes him incredibly happy and her laugh is the best sound he knows. He’s excited to watch her grow and become all she’s meant to be in the new year.

Gisele also shared how much she loves Vivian, calling her “the best daughter.” In an Instagram post, she wrote that Vivian makes the world a better place and encouraged her to keep shining, adding that she loves her deeply.

Vivian and Benjamin are just two of the many talented kids in Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen’s family. Here’s more about them…

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve always been fascinated by people who redefine success, and Tom Brady is a prime example. His 23-year football career was legendary – seven Super Bowl wins across two teams, the Patriots and the Buccaneers. He even surprised everyone by retiring, unretiring, and then finally retiring for good! But beyond the championships, what truly stands out is his dedication to family. He’s a proud dad to son Jack, with Bridget Moynahan, and to Benjamin and Vivian with Gisele Bündchen. After 13 years together, he and Gisele divorced in 2022, but they both remain focused on co-parenting. Tom has spoken openly about how much joy his kids bring to his life. As he told TopMob News, watching them grow and being there to support them is his greatest reward. It’s a beautiful reminder that even at the peak of a demanding career, family truly comes first.

Bridget Moynahan, known for her role on the TV show Blue Bloods, experienced intense media scrutiny in 2007 when it became public that she was pregnant with Tom Brady’s child. This happened shortly after their breakup and as he began a relationship with Gisele Bündchen.

In a 2019 interview with People magazine, the actress described being followed by cars and having strangers hiding near her home. As a new mother, she felt this unwanted attention was a real danger to her child.

Following the birth of their son, Jack, in August 2007, Bridget, Tom, and Gisele eventually established a cooperative co-parenting arrangement.

Bridget shared that they all agreed to raise Jack together and found partners who not only supported that decision but also loved him as their own. She feels incredibly fortunate that her son is surrounded by love.

Bridget considers Andrew Frankel her closest partner. The actress, known for her role in I, Robot, married the businessman in 2015 and became a stepmother to his three sons.

As Bridget explained to Glamour in 2021, she realized it’s sometimes necessary to look for someone outside of your usual circles. She’d been dating people within the entertainment industry, but then met someone genuinely kind and down-to-earth, without the typical ‘Hollywood’ attitude. She described him as a wonderful person and a supportive partner, and admitted she hadn’t fully appreciated the importance of those qualities in a relationship when she was younger.

John Edward Thomas Moynahan, known as Jack, was born in August 2007. His father, Tom, shared on Instagram for Jack’s 16th birthday in 2023 how much Jack has positively impacted their lives since the day he was born, bringing joy to everyone who knows him. Gisele, who refers to Jack as her “bonus child,” has explained that Jack’s arrival prompted her and Tom to reconsider their plans for expanding their family. In her 2018 book, Lessons: My Path to a Meaningful Life, she wrote that Jack helped them both mature and realize they wanted siblings for him who were closer in age, rather than much younger. While Jack shares his father’s athletic ability – and seems to prefer basketball and lacrosse – his parents are committed to letting him find his own way in life. Bridget mentioned in a 2023 interview that Jack is still figuring out his passions, and they don’t want to pressure him to follow in their footsteps.

Gisele and Tom met on a blind date in December 2006 and married in February 2009. They soon started a family, welcoming son Benjamin later that year and daughter Vivian in 2012. After a successful modeling career, Gisele prioritized raising her children. As she told Vanity Fair in 2023, she cherished being fully present for them, breastfeeding for nearly two years, making meals, and taking them to school. Though they divorced in October 2022, Gisele clarified that Tom’s decision to unretire from football wasn’t the reason. They had simply grown apart. Following the split, Gisele became closer to her jiu-jitsu instructor, Joaquim Valente, and in February 2025, they welcomed their first child together.

Born in December 2009, Benjamin Rein Brady, known as Benny, is the son of Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen. On his 15th birthday in 2024, Tom shared on Instagram how proud he was of Benny, describing him as a dedicated student, artist, athlete, and musician, but most importantly, a wonderful brother and son. Tom noted that Benny inspires those around him with his effort and passion.

Like his father, Benny has also taken an interest in football. Tom revealed on his 2023 podcast, Let’s Go! With Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray, that he’s been practicing with Benny, predicting he’ll be a talented player. Tom also highlighted Benny’s artistic and musical abilities, sharing that Benny recently decided to play football.

Vivian Lake Brady, born in December 2012, remains her father’s cherished “forever baby girl.” On her 12th birthday in 2024, Tom shared on Instagram how proud he is to watch her grow and pursue her dreams, adding that her kindness and happiness always bring him joy.

It’s clear Vivian shares a strong resemblance to her mother, Gisele – so much so that she can even unlock Gisele’s phone with Face ID! Gisele’s Instagram is full of sweet moments between the two, like horseback riding and doing yoga together.

In 2023, Gisele posted about how proud she is of Vivian and how much brighter Vivian makes her life, expressing her love with a heartfelt “Te amo muito.”

Gisele initially stated that her connection with Joaquim was purely friendly. In a 2023 interview with Vanity Fair, she acknowledged that, now that she’s divorced, people might speculate about their relationship. She then spoke highly of Joaquim and his brothers, expressing gratitude for their support of her and her children. She described them as close friends, and specifically praised Joaquim as a trusted teacher and admirable person, noting the positive influence he has on her family.

Their friendship eventually blossomed into a romantic relationship. In a March 2024 interview with The New York Times, she explained that dating someone she was friends with first felt very different – incredibly honest and open. She firmly denied rumors of infidelity during her previous marriage, calling them false. Although Joaquim and Gisele are sometimes seen displaying affection in public, they generally keep their relationship private.

Gisele and Joaquim have been keeping one part of their life especially private: their new baby. Since welcoming the child in early 2025, they haven’t shared the baby’s name with the public. Gisele has given fans a few glimpses, though, like a sweet Mother’s Day photo of the baby wearing an “I Heart Mom” onesie.

In a recent Instagram post, she explained she’s been busy enjoying life and embracing quiet moments. She shared that some of the most precious experiences aren’t meant to be shared online – they’re simply meant to be lived and cherished, and she’s been focusing on real connections and being present.

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