Tom Brady made headlines on May 16, 2026, when the 48-year-old NFL legend walked the runway for Gucci’s Cruise 2027 show in New York City. Dressed in a full black leather ensemble featuring a structured jacket, pants, and accessories, Brady’s confident stride quickly went viral — though not entirely for the reasons fashion insiders might expect. His somewhat stiff and mechanical gait drew widespread online commentary, with many comparing it to characters like RoboCop or the Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz.
Despite the mixed reactions and memes flooding social media, Brady’s ex-wife Gisele Bündchen reportedly viewed the moment with amusement, support, and a touch of professional honesty.
According to sources close to the situation shared by Rob Shuter on his Naughty But Nice Substack, Bündchen watched clips of the show and offered a light-hearted assessment. She described the appearance as “fun to watch” and found it “charming and entertaining.” The supermodel, who built her own iconic career on the runway, praised Brady for stepping far outside his comfort zone in front of the fashion industry’s elite.
“Tom absolutely has the look for fashion,” a source quoted Bündchen as saying. “But if he wants modeling to become part of his next chapter, he’s definitely going to need more runway practice.”
The tone of her reported comments was encouraging rather than critical, reflecting the amicable co-parenting relationship the former couple maintains. Bündchen and Brady share two children, Benjamin and Vivian, and have kept their post-divorce interactions respectful and low-key.
Bündchen herself has largely stayed out of the spotlight in recent years, focusing on family life and her relationship with Joaquim Valente. She did not publicly comment on the Gucci show via social media, with the remarks coming through insider accounts.
Brady’s foray into modeling marks another chapter in his high-profile post-retirement life, following his broadcasting career and various business ventures. While his runway walk may not have been flawless by supermodel standards, it showcased his willingness to embrace new challenges — something even Gisele appears to appreciate.
For now, the moment remains a fun, viral highlight rather than the start of a full modeling career, but as Gisele noted, a little more practice could change that.
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