New York Giants v Dallas Cowboys
Tom Brady makes his debut as a Thanksgiving game commentator while ex-wife Gisele Bündchen enjoys the holiday in Costa Rica with their children. Published on November 28, 2024, Tom Brady stepped into the broadcast booth for his first-ever Thanksgiving Day game as an NFL analyst, a role he took on after securing a staggering 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox Sports. While Brady, now 47, was calling the action live from Arlington, Texas, his children were in Costa Rica celebrating the holiday with Gisele Bündchen.
Brady joined play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt to cover the matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants. This marked not only his maiden Thanksgiving game but also a new chapter in his post-playing career. According to reports, Fox executives had specific goals for Brady, wanting him to concentrate more on the game itself rather than broad concepts like leadership and accountability. They encouraged him to delve into the technical aspects, discussing why particular plays succeeded or failed. Feedback from the network suggests that they see improvement in his performance as he settles into his new role.
Meanwhile, Gisele Bündchen spent the holiday with their son Benjamin, 14, and daughter Vivian, 11, while enjoying quality time with her current partner, Joaquim Valente. Bundchen’s trip to Costa Rica was confirmed by a source earlier in the week, highlighting her focus on family and the new life she’s building. Despite being separated from his children during the holiday, Brady expressed gratitude for them on social media, posting a heartfelt Instagram story that featured a photo of his kids with the caption “Thankful for this crew. Happy Thanksgiving.”
Brady, who is also a father to 17-year-old son Jack from a previous relationship, flew to Texas a few days prior to the game, taking the opportunity to catch an NBA game between the Knicks and Mavericks before his broadcast duties. Although he was away from his children for Thanksgiving, sources indicated he would be able to spend quality time with them throughout the holiday season. The couple’s divorce, finalized in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage, has led both to carve out new paths. With Brady committed to his new role at Fox and Bündchen expanding her family with a new child on the way, it seems both are eager to embrace their new lives post-split.
