Childhood and Education Journey of Tom Brady in Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Tom Brady. From birth to education, explore key events.
Tom Brady is an American former professional football quarterback renowned as the greatest of all time. He played 23 seasons in the NFL, spending 20 seasons with the New England Patriots, where he spearheaded their dynasty from 2001 to 2019. He concluded his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, playing for three seasons.
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August 3, 1977: Tom Brady's Birth
On August 3, 1977, Thomas Edward Patrick Brady Jr. was born. He later became a celebrated American football quarterback.
1981: Attended 1981 NFC Championship
In 1981, at the age of four, Tom Brady attended the NFC Championship game where Joe Montana threw "The Catch" to Dwight Clark.
1995: Started at University of Michigan
In 1995, Tom Brady began his college football career at the University of Michigan.
1995: Graduated from Junipero Serra High School
In 1995, Tom Brady graduated from Junípero Serra High School, where he played football, basketball, and baseball.
1995: Drafted by the Montreal Expos
In 1995, Tom Brady was drafted as a catcher in the 18th round of the MLB draft by the Montreal Expos, after working out with players at Candlestick Park.
December 1999: Graduated from Michigan
In December 1999, Tom Brady graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies.
2004: State of the Union Address
In 2004, Tom Brady attended the State of the Union Address as a guest of then-president George W. Bush.
2004: Relationship with Bridget Moynahan
In 2004, Tom Brady dated actress Bridget Moynahan.
December 2006: End of Relationship with Bridget Moynahan
In December 2006, Tom Brady and Bridget Moynahan ended their relationship.
December 2006: Began Dating Gisele Bündchen
In December 2006, Tom Brady began dating Brazilian model Gisele Bündchen.
February 2007: Moynahan's Pregnancy Confirmation
In February 2007, Bridget Moynahan confirmed to People magazine that she was pregnant with Tom Brady's child.
August 2007: Birth of Son
In August 2007, John Edward Thomas "Jack" Moynahan, Tom Brady's son with Bridget Moynahan, was born.
February 26, 2009: Marriage to Gisele Bündchen
On February 26, 2009, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen married in a Catholic ceremony in Santa Monica, California.
2012: Birth of Daughter
In 2012, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen had a daughter.
2012: Brother-in-law Relationship
In 2012, Tom Brady and baseball player Kevin Youkilis became brothers-in-law when Youkilis married Brady's sister Julie.
2015: Religious Views
In 2015, Tom Brady expressed in an interview that he was less religious and more spiritual.
2015: Brady states disinterest in political office
In 2015, Tom Brady stated that he had no interest in running for political office.
2016: Support for Donald Trump
During the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump stated Tom Brady supported him and voted for him. After a Trump campaign cap was photographed in Brady's locker, Brady said Gisele Bündchen told him to not discuss politics anymore.
2016: Gisele Bündchen reveals Brady suffered concussions
In 2016, Tom Brady's wife, Gisele Bündchen, mentioned in an interview that Brady suffered from concussions, leading to NFL investigation. The NFL found no records indicating Brady suffered a head injury or concussion during the 2016 season.
2017: Gronkowski follows Brady's diet
In 2017, Rob Gronkowski, a former teammate of Tom Brady, began following Brady and Alex Guerrero's plant-based diet plan.
2017: White House Visit
In 2017, Tom Brady did not join the Patriots in visiting Donald Trump at the White House after their Super Bowl victory, citing "personal family matters".
2018: Brady endorses Helen Brady
In 2018, Tom Brady endorsed Republican Helen Brady (no relation) for State Auditor of Massachusetts.
December 2020: Home Purchase in Indian Creek
In December 2020, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen reportedly bought a home in Indian Creek, Florida.
2020: Played with a torn MCL
During the 2020 season, Tom Brady played with a torn MCL in his knee, which later required surgery.
February 11, 2021: Brady to undergo knee surgery
On February 11, 2021, it was revealed that Tom Brady had knee discomfort through most of the 2020 season and would require a minor arthroscopy.
October 2022: Divorce Announcement
In October 2022, Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen announced their divorce.
2022: Brady prefers organic food
In 2022, Tom Brady expressed his preference for a diet consisting of organic food, emphasizing the importance of understanding the food's growing process and obtaining nutrients from the soil.
2022: Brady reiterates avoidance of political career
In 2022, Tom Brady reiterated that he would avoid a political career, stating, "I don't think anyone's fond of politics these days."
February 1, 2023: Retirement Announcement
On February 1, 2023, Tom Brady announced his retirement "for good" on social media.
May 2023: Considered Un-Retiring
In May 2023, Tom Brady considered un-retiring for the 2023 season but was "forced" to decide against it when his friends hosted a surprise retirement party for him.
December 2023: Reflection on Retirement
In December 2023, Tom Brady reflected on the year in an Instagram post, stating that he heavily considered un-retiring a second time in May 2023.
November 2025: Dog Cloning
In November 2025, Tom Brady announced that blood drawn from his family's elderly dog prior to its death was used in non-invasive cloning technology. Brady partnered with Colossal Biosciences to create the clone named Junie and is an investor in the company.
December 5, 2025: FIFA World Cup Draw Participation
On December 5, 2025, Tom Brady participated in the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw.
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