In a recent interview, actress Tara Reid confirmed that she had an “off and on” relationship with former NFL quarterback Tom Brady during the early stages of his career. Known for her roles in movies like American Pie and Van Wilder, Reid described their connection as fun and not overly serious, recalling times spent at beer places, enjoying themselves, and dancing. She characterized Brady as “cool” during that period but observed a shift in his demeanor, noting that he appeared more “cocky” in recent interviews.
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The “cocky” remark gained attention on the internet, prompting Reid to offer clarification via a tweet. She explained that by “cocky,” she meant confident and was expressing her perception that Brady had become more self-assured over time.
“As for cocky I meant confident. I was saying I feel like he used to be more shy that’s all didn’t mean it in a bad way, I was trying to compliment him. But he deserves it. He accomplished so much and I am so happy for him @TomBrady, I would never have anything bad to say about him,” Reid tweeted.
Reid emphasized that her intention was complimentary, acknowledging Brady’s impressive achievements and expressing happiness for him. She concluded the tweet by affirming that she would never say anything negative about Brady.
Brady, who has always exhibited confidence on the football field, is presently not romantically involved with anyone after finalizing his divorce from Gisele Bundchen in November of the previous year. Reid’s experience underscores the need for caution in phrasing statements in the age of heightened sensitivity and cancel culture.