Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente Are Planning a ‘Low-Key Wedding’ at Her Costa Rica Estate
Gisele Bündchen, the iconic supermodel, recently celebrated her 44th birthday in an intimate gathering with her twin sister, Patricia, on July 21. Sharing her gratitude on Instagram, Gisele posted, “Thank you everyone for all the love and birthday wishes. Feeling blessed to be surrounded by so much love. Looking forward to what is ahead.” Among the many exciting events on her horizon is her upcoming wedding to her jiujitsu instructor boyfriend, Joaquim Valente.
According to an insider, Gisele and Joaquim are meticulously planning a low-key wedding at her serene Costa Rica estate. The Brazilian duo, who reportedly began dating in June 2023, eight months after Gisele and Tom Brady’s divorce was finalized, aim to keep the ceremony away from the public eye. “She wants to do it far away from prying eyes,” the insider shared with Life & Style.
The wedding is set to be a family affair, with Gisele’s children from her previous marriage to Tom Brady—Benjamin, 14, and Vivian, 11—in attendance. Her former stepson, Jack, 16, will also be there, and there’s a possibility that Jack’s mother, Bridget Moynahan, might join as well. “Gisele is flying family in from Brazil,” the insider continues. “Her sisters will be there, as well as Joaquim’s brothers, Gui, who will be best man, and Pedro. Plus, she’s invited her new friend Shakira.”
Gisele intends to wear a “white and sexy” dress, selected with the help of her daughter. The ceremony is expected to blend their native Portuguese with English, creating a bilingual celebration. The event will be rich in tropical elements, with lots of flowers, fruit, and fish, culminating in a brigadeiro cake, a beloved Brazilian treat.
While Gisele’s ex-husband, Tom Brady, might not make the guest list, especially after their relationship became a topic of humor during his Netflix roast, the insider notes that he has given his blessing to the couple. “Tom has given Gisele and Joaquim his blessing. She doesn’t really care about that, but it means a lot to the kids.”
Tom Brady, meanwhile, has been linked to model Brooks Nader. “Tom definitely has a type, and Brooks checks all the boxes,” the insider reveals. Despite Brooks’ recent appearance at Olivia Culpo’s wedding, the insider suggests that Tom is still pursuing her, showing his determination to go after what he wants.
For Gisele, this wedding marks a new chapter, one she never anticipated but is confidently embracing. “She never thought she’d be married twice,” the insider concludes, “but she’s confident this marriage will stick!” As Gisele prepares for her low-key yet heartfelt wedding, it’s clear that she is ready to embark on her happily ever after with Joaquim Valente.