Candice Swanepoel Faces Backlash Over Secret Romance With Tom Brady

The reported romance has drawn sharp condemnation from followers of Brady’s ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen. Critics have labeled the union "tacky," arguing that Swanepoel’s professional history with Bündchen as a fellow Victoria’s Secret model makes the relationship a violation of unspoken rules among friends. Despite the public outcry, sources suggest that Bündchen herself feels no sense of betrayal, noting that while she and Swanepoel maintained a supportive professional connection, they were never close friends.

Simultaneously, the situation has fueled rumors of a rift between Swanepoel and model Joan Smalls. Speculation intensified after Smalls appeared to address the matter on social media, describing an unnamed person as a "backstabber" who disregarded "girl code." While the exact cause of the fallout remains unconfirmed, reports suggest a complicated history involving Smalls’ own previous ties to Brady. For now, Brady appears to be managing the situation with caution; those close to the athlete indicate he is not looking to rush into a serious commitment, preferring to prioritize his children and professional projects while keeping his private life away from the spotlight.