Gisele Bündchen Honors "Great Man" Joaquim Valente in Birthday Tribute

Tom Brady Dating Candice Swanepoel 4 Years After Gisele Bündchen DivorceGisele Bündchen’s husband Joaquim Valente has strutted his way into her heart—and he’s there to stay. The supermodel gave the jiu-jitsu instructor some love in honor of his 39th birthday, sharing just how grateful she is to have him in her life. “Today a great man was born, @joaquimvalente,” Bündchen wrote over a photo of the pair on Instagram Stories Nov. 7 in a message translated from Portuguese. “How lucky I am. I love you so much!” In the sweet snap, Bündchen—wearing a mustard yellow halter top—cozied up to her husband as they both gave the camera a smile. But this wouldn’t be the first time Bündchen and Valente—who tied the knot in December 2025—have proved they’re a model match. After all, the Victoria’s Secret Angel—mom to a 19-month-old son with Valente as well as kids Benjamin, 16, and Vivian, 13, with ex-husband Tom Brady—received support from her partner as he stepped out with her for a rare public appearance at the Lotus House’s annual gala, where Bündchen was honored, in Miami, Fla., Oct. 29. “I feel so grateful to be part of the Lotus House family and to witness all the love and care that [goes] into changing so many lives,” Bündchen wrote on Instagram following the outing. “I’m so honored to be part of this journey alongside the incredible @lotushouseshelter team, all the volunteers, and everyone who gives their time, love, and support in whatever way they can.”Instagram/Gisele BündchenIn addition to sharing pics alongside fellow award honoree Karlie Kloss, the 45-year-old—dressed in a button-down shirt, denim jeans and a sun hat—also posted a group photo with Valente. And it’s clear that the athlete—donning blue jeans, a gray button-down shirt and a brown vest—couldn’t have been happier to be his wife’s cheerleader as he leaned in close to Bündchen while giving the camera a bright smile. But he doesn’t just show up for Bündchen when it counts. As the Lessons author emphasized on Father’s Day this past June, he also shows up as the best dad. “Thank you for leading by example, and for the values you embody, love, humility, integrity, discipline, kindness and consistency,” Bündchen wrote in a June 21 Instagram carousel. “You are an incredible role model. We are all so grateful for you, and we love you so much.” Keep reading for a closer look inside Bündchen’s private world…Instagram/Gisele BündchenMusic to Her EarsGisele Bündchen's life as a mom includes plenty of kisses from son Benjamin and daughter Vivian, who she shares with ex Tom Brady.Gisele Bündchen/InstagramMom of ThreeGisele welcomed her and Joaquim Valente's first child together—a baby boy—in 2025.Gisele Bündchen/InstagramMotherhood JoyIn a 2025 recap, Gisele captioned photos of herself with her younget son, "This year brought deep lessons and profound growth. Becoming a mother again reshaped everything—my time, my priorities, my heart."Gisele Bündchen/InstagramGratefulShe continued, "I’m grateful for these sacred moments that changed me in ways words can’t fully hold."Instagram/Gisele BündchenSun's OutGisele and Benjamin got silly during a beach vacation when Vivian was just a baby.Instagram/Gisele BündchenAll SmilesGisele and her older kids shared a laugh in this sweet family photo.Instagram/Gisele BündchenLike Mother, Like DaughterVivian definitely inherited her mama's love of yoga.Instagram/Gisele BündchenFootball StarBenjamin, who is following in his dad's football footsteps, received a kiss from his mom after a game.Instagram/Gisele BündchenSnuggle SeasonThere's nothing more heartwarming than a mother-daughter snuggle.InstagramBirthday Hugs"Happy birthday to this sweet peanut," Gisele wrote in a 2024 birthday tribute to her bonus child Jack, whom Tom shares with ex Bridget Moynahan. "Who turned into a beautiful, kind and incredible young man. We are so lucky to have you in our lives! Love you so much."Instagram/Gisele BündchenAll Grown UpGisele showed how Benjamin was growing up fast with this photo of the two back-to-back.Instagram/Gisele BündchenChasing WaterfallsGisele and Vivian shared a cute moment during a 2023 vacation to Brazil.Instagram/Gisele BündchenSleepover With MomThe supermodel got a sweet wake-up call from her daughter.Instagram/Gisele BündchenYoga BuddiesGisele and Benjamin practiced yoga by the beach.Instagram/Gisele BündchenThe Sweetest ThingA mother's kiss is sweeter than a popsicle. KissesGisele snuck in a kiss after her son gave her a piece of his artwork as a gift.My Little PonyGisele and Benjamin took the horses for a walk down the trail.Soccer MomGisele got into the spirit by cheering on her favorite team and holding onto daughter Vivian. Lake ViewingGisele showed her daughter the beauty of nature.Beach BabesGisele and the kids enjoyed a nice day by the beach.Story TimeBenjamin appeared engrossed as his mother read him a story. RecessThe whole family let loose together and had fun playing.Sunset SessionBenjamin showed his enthusiasm for yoga as he hung with his mom on the beach at sunset.Game NightGisele and the kids made sure to support their dad during his big football game.Reaching for the SkyVivian tried to imitate her mother's every move during a yoga session.Mommy & MeGisele lifted her little one up into the air during a carefree beach day.NamasteGisele shared her love of a healthy lifestyle by leading Vivian in an outdoor yoga session.Baby YogaGisele proved she loves doing everything with her kids, even involving them in her fitness routine.Finding NirvanaVivian attempted her best yoga pose next to her mother.Multitasking MamaGisele makes it look so easy being a mom.For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App