Gisele Bündchen celebrated the holiday season with a sunny beach trip in Costa Rica, where she proudly showed off her growing baby bump. The 44-year-old supermodel was joined by her boyfriend, Joaquim Valente, as well as friends and a loyal canine companion, in a festive and relaxed holiday outing.
Beach Day Glow
Bündchen, known for her effortless beauty, wore her hair loose and donned a chic bikini that highlighted her pregnancy glow. She strolled barefoot along the shoreline, enjoying the warm shallows with Valente by her side. Valente, Bündchen’s boyfriend and jiu-jitsu instructor, kept it casual in swim trunks, adding to the laid-back vibe of the outing.
This marks the couple’s first child together, news of which broke in October. The pair’s sunny holiday outing gave fans a glimpse of the model’s life as she embraces this new chapter.
A Blended Family
Bündchen is already the proud mother of two children, Benjamin, 15, and Vivian, 12, whom she shares with her ex-husband, retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady. She has also been a dedicated co-parent to Brady’s 17-year-old son, Jack, from his previous relationship with actress Bridget Moynahan.
The supermodel’s growing family comes nearly two years after her divorce from Brady, which was finalized in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage. While Bündchen and Brady have remained amicable in co-parenting their children, her new relationship with Valente has drawn significant public interest.
A New Chapter with Valente
Bündchen and Valente’s relationship began in the professional realm, with Valente serving as her jiu-jitsu instructor. Rumors of a romantic connection started swirling after her split from Brady, though Bündchen has vehemently denied any affair during her marriage.
“That’s a lie,” Bündchen told The New York Times in March, addressing the speculation. “This is something that happens to a lot of women who get blamed when they have the courage to leave an unhealthy relationship and are labeled as being unfaithful.”
The pair officially went public with their romance in February 2023, and their relationship has continued to thrive. Despite some light-hearted jabs at Bündchen and Valente’s connection—most notably during Tom Brady’s Netflix roast in May—Bündchen has largely kept their relationship out of the spotlight.
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Brady’s Reaction to the Pregnancy
News of Bündchen’s pregnancy reportedly came as a surprise to Brady. Sources told Page Six in October that the former quarterback was “stunned” and had “never imagined” his ex-wife would start a family with someone new. “It just wasn’t something that was on his radar,” the insider revealed.
Brady has yet to comment publicly on Bündchen’s pregnancy, focusing instead on his post-NFL career and spending time with his children. Bündchen, for her part, appears content as she prepares to welcome her new child while continuing to co-parent with Brady.
A Bright Future
The Christmas Eve beach outing showcased a joyful and serene moment for Bündchen, Valente, and their loved ones. With a new baby on the way and a supportive partner by her side, Bündchen is embracing this exciting chapter with the same grace and strength that have defined her career and personal life.
As Bündchen balances motherhood, her thriving relationship, and her professional endeavors, the supermodel remains an inspiring figure of resilience and reinvention. Her growing family marks a new beginning, proving that life’s next chapters can be as radiant as its earlier ones.
