Gisele Bündchen only wishes “wonderful things” for her ex-husband, Tom Brady, following his second NFL retirement on Wednesday.
Shortly after the seven-time Super Bowl champion, 45, confirmed that he’s walking away from football after 23 seasons, the supermodel posted a message in the comments section of his Instagram post.
“Wishing you only wonderful things in this new chapter of your life,” Bündchen, 42, wrote, along with a prayer hands emoji.
Brady and Bündchen were married for 13 years before confirming their divorce in October. The pair share two children together, son Benjamin, 13, and daughter Vivian, 10.
The quarterback is also a father to 15-year-old son Jack, whom he shares with his ex, actress Bridget Moynahan.
“We are blessed with beautiful and wonderful children who will continue to be the center of our world in every way. We will continue to work together as parents to always ensure they receive the love and attention they deserve. We arrived at this decision to end our marriage after much consideration,” Brady wrote of his divorce from Bündchen at the time.
Brady featured Bündchen in Wednesday’s retirement post, where he expressed gratitude for his loved ones who have supported him throughout the years.
“I’m retiring – for good. I know the process was a pretty big deal last time, so when I woke up this morning I figured I’d just press record and let you guys know first.
“It won’t be long-winded. You only get one super emotional retirement essay and I used mine last year.
“Thank you to every single one of you for supporting me – my family, my friends, my teammates, my competitors. I could go on forever – there’s too many.
“Thank you for allowing me to live my absolute dream, I wouldn’t change a thing. Love you all.”
Brady won seven Super Bowls in a glittering career, with six coming for the New England Patriots and a seventh for the Buccaneers in 2021.
He is leaving the NFL as a three-time MVP, two-time Offensive Player of the Year, and five-time All-Pro first-team quarterback. He led the league in passing touchdowns five times and logged the most passing yards in four seasons.
Brady and his wife Gisele Bündchen announced their split last year.
They share son Benjamin, 13, daughter Vivian, 10, as well as son Jack, 15, from one of Brady’s previous relationships.
Brady signed a 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox to be their lead NFL announcer when he retires. Although there has been speculation that he would ultimately opt not to follow through with a broadcasting career, he has expressed excitement at the opportunity.
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