Gisele Bündchen has married Joaquim Valente, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor who became her partner following her divorce from former NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
Public records show the couple were married in a private ceremony at their Surfside, Florida home earlier this month. The marriage license was issued on December 1, with the wedding taking place on December 3. The event was not publicly announced and was reportedly attended only by close family.
Valente, a co-founder of the Valente Brothers academy, first met Bündchen in late 2021 when she enrolled herself and her children in Brazilian jiu-jitsu training. At the time, Bündchen was still married to Brady. Their divorce was finalized in October 2022 after months of reported marital strain.
Speculation surrounding Bündchen and Valente began in mid-2023, though their relationship was not confirmed until early 2024. Bündchen later stated that the relationship began only after her marriage had ended, describing Valente as someone who had been a trusted friend before becoming her partner.
The marriage follows the birth of their first child together, a baby boy born in February 2025. The couple has not publicly released his name, though reports suggest his middle name may be “River,” consistent with the nature-themed middle names given to Bündchen’s older children.
Shortly after the wedding, Bündchen traveled to Brazil to attend a jewelry event in São Paulo. She did not visibly wear a wedding ring during the appearance, though her outfit concealed her hands.
Valente’s profile has drawn increased attention within Brazilian jiu-jitsu circles due to the relationship. The Valente Brothers academy is known for its traditional approach, emphasizing self-defense, discipline, and long-term physical development rather than competition-focused training.
Neither Bündchen nor Valente has commented publicly on the marriage. Sources close to the couple say the decision to marry followed the birth of their son and was made without public fanfare.
The relationship, which began through jiu-jitsu training, has largely remained outside the spotlight, with both parties maintaining a preference for privacy.
