Sent in 2018 shortly after a Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the letter outlined Bündchen’s plea for more support, attention, and genuine partnership. She expressed a desire for Brady to be mentally present during his time at home rather than distracted by professional obligations or his phone. The model also sought more equitable distribution of childcare and personal space for her own career ambitions. According to the book, Brady kept the letter in a drawer, occasionally rereading it as a reminder to prioritize his marriage with the same intensity he applied to his football career.
Former teammates noted that Bündchen, an international star in her own right, had grown weary of subordinating her life to the rigid demands of the NFL season. This friction persisted despite counseling, as the couple struggled to reconcile Brady's professional drive with the requirements of family life. Although Brady briefly contemplated retirement in 2022, his decision to return to the field for one final season deepened the divide. The couple ultimately announced their divorce in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage, citing that they had grown apart. Bündchen has since moved forward, marrying jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente in 2025, while Brady has transitioned into a broadcasting role with FOX Sports.
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