A forthcoming book by Lars Anderson is revealing new details about one of the biggest celebrity divorces in recent memory. According to the book, Gisele Bündchen told Tom Brady“We’re not compatible”before their 2022 split, and the incompatibility was reportedly astrological. The book also claims Gisele had been urging Brady to retire since the 2017 Super Bowl, frustrated by his schedule and limited time at home. After the 2018 Super Bowl loss, she allegedly left him a note asking for more family presence.
The tipping point may have been Brady’s retirement flip-flop in 2022. He retired in February, unretired in March, and by October 28, the couple announced their divorce after 13 years of marriage. The book suggests the unretirement was a major factor in Gisele’s decision to walk away. Since then, Gisele has remarried jiu-jitsu instructor Joaquim Valente in December 2025, while Brady has transitioned to broadcasting.
Whether you believe astrology played a role or think it was simply about work-life balance, the story is sparking plenty of conversation about how athletes’careers strain relationships. Do you think astrology is a legit reason to end a marriage? Sound off in the comments.
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