Supermodel Gisele Bündchen offered fans an intimate glimpse into her family life after posting a heartfelt birthday tribute to her husband, jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente, as he celebrated his 39th birthday on November 7, 2026. Taking to Instagram Stories, the Brazilian icon shared a cozy selfie of the couple smiling together, writing a loving message in Valente's native Portuguese celebrating him as a great man and expressing deep gratitude for their relationship.
The public message marks a rare romantic post for the ultra-private pair, who secretly tied the knot in Surfside, Florida, in December 2025 during an intimate ceremony surrounded by close loved ones. Bündchen and Valente were first romantically linked in late 2022 and expanded their family early in 2025 when they welcomed their first child together, a baby boy whose middle name is River.
In addition to her young son with Valente, Bündchen is a mother to two teenagers, son Benjamin and daughter Vivian, whom she shares with her ex-husband, retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady. The former couple finalized their high-profile divorce in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage, with Bündchen subsequently establishing a tranquil home environment in Florida focused on wellness, family, and selected philanthropic initiatives.
Throughout her legendary career, Bündchen has ranked among the highest-paid models in fashion history, headlining major global luxury campaigns, starring as a Victoria's Secret Angel, and fronting international magazine covers. In October 2026, she accepted the Lotus House It Takes a Village Award alongside fellow honoree Karlie Kloss, recognized for her dedicated advocacy and support for vulnerable women and children.
Reflecting on her recent personal milestones, Bündchen shared in interviews earlier in the year that embarking on motherhood again at age 44 felt like a true gift, emphasizing her commitment to living authentically away from public scrutiny. As Valente turned 39, insiders noted the couple remains deeply contented with married life, balancing their quiet domestic routine with occasional public appearances in support of charitable causes.
