Gisele Bundchen quietly ties the knot with Joaquim Valente in Florida
SURFSIDE, FLORIDA: Gisele Bundchen has officially stepped into a new chapter of her life, quietly marrying jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente in a private Florida ceremony that took place earlier this month.
The wedding marks a deeply personal milestone for the supermodel, nearly three years after her highly publicized divorce from NFL legend Tom Brady.
Gisele Bundchen and Joaquim Valente marry in intimate Florida ceremony
Marriage records obtained by PEOPLE confirm that Bundchen, 45, and Valente tied the knot on December 3 in Surfside, Florida. Page Six was the first outlet to report the news.
TMZ later reported that the couple opted for a small, intimate ceremony held at their home, keeping the celebration private and away from the spotlight Bundchen has long navigated.
A representative for Bundchen did not immediately respond to requests for comment, consistent with the model’s well-known preference for privacy when it comes to her personal life.
The couple welcomed a baby boy earlier this year
The newlyweds are already parents together. Bundchen and Valente welcomed a baby boy in early 2025, making him the model’s third child.
A source close to Bundchen confirmed her pregnancy to PEOPLE on October 28, 2024, sharing that the couple was embracing the next phase of their life together.
“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 source said at the time.
Their son joins Bundchen’s two children from her previous marriage to Tom Brady — son Benjamin Rein, 15, and daughter Vivian Lake, 12.
From friendship to romance after Gisele Bundchen’s divorce from Tom Brady
Bundchen and Valente’s relationship unfolded gradually and largely out of public view. The pair was first spotted together in November 2022, vacationing in Costa Rica with her two children, just weeks after she finalized her divorce from Brady.
At the time, Bundchen denied any romantic involvement with Valente, who served as her jiu-jitsu instructor. However, their bond deepened over time.
By June 2023, the two officially began dating, according to sources. In February 2024, PEOPLE confirmed that what began as a friendship had evolved into a romantic relationship.
“They started out as great friends first,” a source explained. “She's very private about this and wanted to keep it quiet while they got to know each other.”
Joaquim Valente was a steady presence during a difficult transition
Sources close to the model say Valente played a key role in helping Bundchen navigate the emotional aftermath of her divorce from Brady, whom she was married to for 13 years before filing for divorce on October 28, 2022.
A second insider described Valente as a grounding force during that period.
“Joaquim was a huge comfort for Gisele while she went through her divorce,” the source said. “Joaquim is a great guy. He is down to earth, kind and inspiring.”
The insider added that Bündchen had initially been hesitant to date again but found the relationship with Valente to feel natural and unforced.
Shared roots and values helped solidify their bond
Those close to the couple point to their shared background as one of the foundations of their connection.
“They come from similar backgrounds. They both left Brazil very young. They have both created amazing lives for themselves in the US,” a source told PEOPLE.
The pair reportedly split their time between Miami and traveling, sharing a commitment to healthy living and a quieter, more intentional lifestyle.
“Gisele’s in a great space,” the source added. “She is happy and very much enjoying life. Joaquim is perfect for her.”
