Why Did Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen Divorce? Split Reason

Why did Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen file for divorce and break up? Fans’ hearts were broken after the now-former couple announced their split on Friday, October 28, after 13 years of marriage. 

Keep reading to find out the reason behind Tom and Gisele’s divorce. 

Why Did Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen Divorce?

On October 28, the NFL quarterback and the Brazilian model shared statements via their respective Instagram Stories, revealing that they were divorcing. 

“In recent days, my wife and I finalized our divorce from one another after 13 years of marriage,” Tom wrote in his statement. “We arrived at this decision amicably and with gratitude for the time we spent together. … We arrive at this decision to end our marriage after much consideration. Doing so is, of course, painful and difficult like it is for many people who go through the same thing every day around the world.”

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers player then spoke about their kids, Vivian Lake and Benjamin Rein. Tom also shares son Jack with ex Bridget Moynahan. 

“We are blessed with beautiful and wonderful children who will continue to be the center of our world every way,” Tom continued, vowing that he and Gisele will “work together as parents to always ensure they receive the love and attention they deserve.” 

Despite their split, the athlete noted that he and the runway beauty “wish only the best for each other as we pursue whatever new chapters in our lives that are yet to be written.” 

For her part, Gisele explained that they had “grown apart” and that the choice wasn’t “easy.” 

“I feel blessed for the time we had together and only wish the best for Tom always,” she added, also noting that she and Tom “amicably finalized [their] divorce.” 

Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen Faced Split Rumors Before

Prior to their divorce announcement, the fan-favorite duo had sparked split speculation over the summer of 2022. On October 4, a source told In Touch that that they had already found divorce attorneys and were “living apart” at the time. 

More to come …