On a sentimental evening with Patriots fans, Tom Brady had his biggest supporters by his side: his kids.
After being inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame and having his jersey retired at Gillette Stadium on Wednesday, Brady took to Instagram the next day to share precious moments from the celebration. His post, captioned “Back home with the family,” included joyful snapshots with his three children from the memorable event.
The photos featured Jack, 16, Benjamin, 14, and Vivian, 11, in a happy backstage gathering.
Playing the role of a proud father, Brady posed with Benjamin and Vivian, whom he shares with his ex-wife Gisele Bündchen, as well as with Jack, whose mother is Brady’s ex-girlfriend Bridget Moynahan.
Other photos show the legendary quarterback with former teammate Julian Edelman and Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who made the heartfelt declaration that number 12 would never again take the field on another player’s shoulders.
“There’s only one iconic number that will always represent Tom Brady,” Kraft said. “Tonight, I promise it will never be worn again as the No. 12 is now officially retired.”
Brady, who cemented his legacy with six Super Bowl championships during two decades in New England and three MVP titles, joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020, claiming one more Super Bowl victory before retiring in February 2023. He will soon step into a new role as Fox’s lead NFL analyst.
Earlier on the day of the ceremony, Brady was moved by a surprise tribute video from his children, which he also shared with his followers.
Acknowledging his children during his speech, Brady expressed heartfelt sentiments: “Your dad loves you more than anything in this world. There’s no greater joy than watching the three of you grow and teach me things on your way to becoming incredible young adults.”
Brady and Bündchen, who separated in 2022 after a 13-year union, continue raising their children together.
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Tom Brady is set to become Fox’s lead NFL analyst.