By: Robert Littal
Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente, her jiu-jitsu instructor, have been the focus of relationship rumors since early 2022, especially after Bündchen was seen frequently with him following her divorce from Tom Brady. Although neither Bündchen nor Valente has publicly confirmed a romantic relationship, they've been photographed together multiple times, including outings with Bündchen's children. In an interview, Bündchen spoke about her deep admiration for Valente as a mentor and trusted friend in the realm of martial arts, describing their training as a valuable and empowering aspect of her life.