Overview

• In his July newsletter Brady insists that his NFL career was his primary means to provide for his family and demonstrate commitment and teamwork to his children.
• He maintains that dedicating himself to football taught his children values of discipline and responsibility beyond traditional notions of parental presence.
• Observers interpret his remarks as a direct reply to Gisele Bündchen’s 2022 plea for him to be more present amid her concerns over the sport’s risks.
• Since February Bündchen has welcomed a third child with partner Joaquim Valente and is focusing on nurturing her growing family.
• The exchange has revived widespread debate on how high-achieving parents balance demanding careers with hands-on family involvement.