Brazilian model Gisele Bündchen, 44, is expecting her third child, her first with boyfriend Joaquim Valente, 37.
The news, confirmed by sources close to the model, has ignited intense public interest and a wide range of reactions on social media.
A netizen’s reaction to the news of Gisele Bündchen’s pregnancy, posted on October 28, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/justjared
A source confirmed her pregnancy to People on October 28, “Gisele and Joaquim are happy for this new chapter in their life and they’re looking forward to creating a peaceful and loving environment for the whole family.”
The news broke on the same day she was spotted in Miami, dressed in a black shirt and cap, with earphones in while using her phone.
Gisele is reportedly five to six months along and plans to wait until the birth to find out the baby’s gender, a choice she also made with her two children from her previous marriage to retired football quarterback, Tom Brady.
Gisele’s pregnancy has gained mixed reactions online, with one user expressing disbelief, “Wait. How old is she?! Is this real? lol.”
Gisele Bündchen at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on February 7, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
Another found the model’s pregnancy and new relationship inspiring, “She’s almost 45 years old! That’s so inspiring for lots and lots of women finding love late! 💕”
Joaquim Valente and Gisele Bündchen ride bikes in Surfside, Florida, on July 14, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Others questioned her relationship choices, “without engagement and married ?! [sic] “ while another chimed in, “Too soon, a mistake, we’ll see!🙄you are a bit old too!”
Gisele Bündchen in New York City on February 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Some held out hope for a reconciliation with her ex-husband, with one confessing, “Well, there went my hopes of Tom and Gisele getting back together!”
Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady at the Met Gala in New York City on May 1, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
Meanwhile, a few voiced concerns about her growing family, “So sad…poor kids!!! The mom should know better!”
Another speculated, “Oh, so that was the reason she didn’t walk for Victoria Secrets [sic].”
Gisele Bündchen appears on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on March 21, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
For some fans, Gisele’s third pregnancy felt sudden. One surprised user admitted, “Not sure what I was expecting but wasn’t expecting this.”
Gisele Bundchen in New York City on March 21, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Meanwhile, health-focused fans were certain she was fit to have another child. One supporter observed, “She can handle it she’s in great shape.”
Another highlighted, “She takes great care of herself, has a routine and a healthy diet. In addition, she has the best doctors to take care of her, especially now with this new pregnancy.”
Some celebrated her fresh start, “When she said she was moving on she wasn’t playing! Good for her. I hope she’s happy.”
Gisele’s relationship with Joaquim has become more visible over the years, with several family outings drawing attention.
In June 2024, they were seen paddleboarding in Florida on Father’s Day with her children, Benjamin and Vivian Brady.
The kids’ father, Tom, was not present, as he was in St. Louis, Missouri, for his TV analyst debut at the United Football League (UFL) championship game.
In April 2023, Vanity Fair noted several outings between Gisele and Joaquim, including the two jogging together, sharing a set of AirPods, riding horses, and having dinner with her family.
Gisele has also become deeply involved in jiu-jitsu at Joaquim’s academy, where she and her children have found a strong sense of community.
In a nod to her chosen martial art, Gisele even posted an Instagram Reel showcasing her skills, sparring in a white gi with one of the Valente brothers.
Reflecting on her bond with Joaquim and his siblings, Pedro and Gui, Gisele shared, “They’re awesome people. They have created this safe space.”
She noted that they have been a great support for her, and her kids and have become close friends.
Gisele described Pedro as “the philosopher,” Gui as the “calm” one, and Joaquim as someone she admires and trusts.
“It’s so good to have that kind of energy, to have my kids around that type of energy,” the top model remarked.
In November 2022, Page Six reported that Gisele and Joaquim stepped out for dinner at Koji in Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica, joined by her children and Joaquim’s co-trainer, Jordan.
At the time, a source described the duo’s relationship as “strictly platonic and professional,” but their public appearances together continued to spark dating rumors.
In a Vanity Fair interview, Gisele dismissed the speculation, “I think, at this point, unfortunately, because I’m divorced, I’m sure that they’re going to try to attach me to anything.”
After 13 years of marriage, Gisele and Tom finalized their divorce in October 2022, in Glades County, Florida.
Court documents filed that day officially declared their marriage “irretrievably broken” and dissolved.
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston, Massachusetts on May 22, 2008 | Source: Getty Images
Just three days prior, the former couple had reached a marital settlement agreement, which included a parenting plan for their two children.
In line with Florida law, details of the settlement and custody arrangement remain confidential to protect the family’s privacy, and neither party filed their financial disclosures with the court.
The former pair reportedly lived apart, with Gisele based in Florida and Tom in Tampa, and despite living separately, they agreed to share joint custody of their children.
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen at the 2019 Hollywood For Science Gala in Los Angeles, California, on February 21, 2019 | Source: Getty Images
The exes announced their divorce through statements on their social media accounts, though these posts have since been removed.
They expressed gratitude for their years together and affirmed that their kids are their priority.
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen at the 2018 Met Gala in New York City on May 7, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
Gisele acknowledged the challenges of ending a marriage but shared her hopes for her ex-husband’s happiness.
Tom also wished his ex-wife well as they move forward into new chapters of their lives.
Amid mixed reactions from netizens and ongoing developments in her personal life, Gisele Bündchen appears focused on embracing her new chapter with Joaquim.