Tom Brady is balancing life after the NFL with personal challenges, including navigating the emotional complexities of his divorce from Gisele Bündchen. Recently spotted leaving a Miami gym with Fluffy, the dog they adopted together, Brady showcased how some connections to his past remain a tangible part of his present.
Adopted in 2016 from Wags And Walks, Fluffy symbolizes a heartwarming chapter in Brady and Bündchen’s relationship. The rescue pup, abandoned as a newborn, brought joy to the former couple during their happier years. Bündchen once publicly thanked the organization for introducing them to Fluffy, emphasizing the pup’s importance in their shared story.
Now, as Bündchen prepares to welcome a child with her current partner, Joaquim Valente, Fluffy serves as a bittersweet reminder of the couple’s meaningful past. For Brady, the dog seems to represent continuity amidst the change, a comforting link to his previous life with Bündchen and their children.
While Bündchen is embracing her new chapter with Valente, Brady is channeling his energy into his first year as an NFL analyst with Fox, fulfilling a $375 million broadcasting deal. The former quarterback has also been focused on parenting his three children: Jack (17), Benjamin (15), and Vivian (12).
Despite rumors linking him to models like Irina Shayk and Brooks Nader, Brady remains hesitant about jumping into another serious relationship. According to insiders, his demanding schedule and focus on family and work make dating a lower priority for now.
Bündchen, 44, has also moved on, building a life with Valente, her 35-year-old jiu-jitsu instructor. Their relationship, which began shortly after her divorce was finalized, has progressed rapidly, with the couple expecting their first child in February. Reports suggest that Bündchen’s pregnancy announcement caught Brady off guard, but he’s working on staying grounded and accepting what he cannot control.
Brady’s attachment to Fluffy could be seen as a subtle way of preserving the positive memories from his life with Bündchen. As he continues to build a post-NFL career and focus on his family, the pup stands as a comforting reminder of love and resilience, proving that even as life moves forward, some connections remain constant.