Tom Brady Ignites Buzz over Special Mother's Day Posts About His Exes — Photos

Tom Brady stirred conversation online after sharing rare Mother's Day posts featuring the mothers of his children, with the photos also reviving attention around the personal struggles he previously revealed about his final NFL season.

Tom Brady's Mother's Day tribute quickly became a major topic online after the retired National Football League (NFL) star shared rare family photos featuring both his ex-wife, model Gisele Bündchen, and ex-girlfriend, actress Bridget Moynahan.

As the images spread online, social media users reacted not only to the messages but also to the unexpected family moments shown in the photos.

Inside Tom Brady's Mother's Day Tribute

Posted on Instagram Stories, one image showed the Brazilian model in bed with young Benjamin, Vivian, and Jack. Tom captioned the photo, "Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing mothers in this world…" followed by three red heart emojis.

Another photo, which also appeared to be from several years ago, drew even more attention online. The image showed Gisele kissing Jack on the cheek while his mother, Bridget, smiled beside them.

Tom kept the caption short, writing, "Happy Mother's Day ❤️❤️❤️." As the photos circulated online, reactions quickly followed.

Social Media Users Were Split over the Posts

Some users praised Tom for publicly recognizing the mothers of his children.

On Facebook, one commenter wrote, "He is blessed to have 2 ladies who are such great moms. As it’s been said before one of the most important decisions in life is who you choose to have children with!"

Another person added, "His Children will love that very much and feel good about themselves." Others were more critical of the public tribute. One user wrote, "Give it a rest, Tom." Another commented, "Please stop."

The conversation continued across additional posts discussing the photos. One commenter wrote, "The best thing a man can do for his kids is to love their mother, doesn't matter if they are together or not."

Another added, "This is why Tom Brady is the total CLASS guy! Forever just a great human!"

Some users also referenced Tom's past relationships. One commenter wrote, "Should've married Bridget!" while another added, "I'm team Bridget Moynahan, for what it's worth! 😎"

Tom's latest Mother's Day posts also resurfaced a similar tribute he shared a few years earlier.

A Similar Tribute to His Exes Previously Drew Attention Online

In May 2024, Tom honored the important women in his life by posting several photos of his mother, Galynn Patricia Brady, alongside Bridget and Gisele with their children on Instagram.

The post included the caption, "Happy Mothers Day to these kind, caring, compassionate, and POWERFUL moms that I'm lucky to have in my life. None of this would be possible without your love ❤️❤️❤️."

The tribute also kept public attention focused on Tom's personal life, which has continued to draw interest beyond his football career.

Tom Brady Previously Discussed Difficulties During His Final NFL Year

In a recent interview clip shared by the NFL on FOX on X, Tom reflected on the challenges he experienced during his last season in the league. He said:

"My last season was tough...I had a personal family issue, and it was a challenge. It took a lot out of me in terms of my ability to continue to play. After 23 years, I didn't feel like I was missing anything [by] retiring."

The renewed attention also brought back discussion surrounding Tom's divorce from Gisele.

TMZ previously reported that the former couple finalized the split in Florida in October 2022 after reaching private custody and property agreements through mediation following months of speculation about problems in their marriage.

Tom Brady and His Former Partners Shared Insights Into Co-Parenting

Following his split from Gisele, Tom opened up about co-parenting and the importance of creating a strong foundation for his children.

In a 2023 interview with ET, the retired quarterback described parenthood as a major responsibility and said he and Gisele remained committed to giving Benjamin and Vivian a stable upbringing built on strong values, support, and guidance as they continued growing up.

He also praised their efforts as parents, adding, "And I think myself and their mom have done an amazing job of providing that, and I think that we're just gonna keep doing it."

Tom went on to describe parenting as an ongoing learning experience. He said:

"We're never a finished product. The kids aren't finished products. At the end of the day, we're learning along with them. And all you can do is the best you can do with the opportunities that you have, and the challenges you have, and we all have unique challenges to our life that we deal with."

Bridget also previously reflected on her co-parenting relationship with Tom, as reported by People.

"Tom and I made a decision to raise a child together and we both found partners that not only supported us in raising that child, but also loved our child as if he was their own," Bridget shared. "I don't think you can ask for more than that. My son is surrounded by love."

Tom Brady's latest Mother's Day tribute once again showed the strong connection that remains within his blended family years after his high-profile relationships ended. The online reaction also reflected how much public interest still surrounds his personal life beyond football.