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Tom Brady’s 2022 divorce with Gisele Bundchen made NFL legend look like a ‘cancer patient’

Tom Brady was reportedly left looking dramatically different as his marriage to Gisele Bundchen fell apart in 2022, with new claims suggesting the NFL legend…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 5:50 AM
Tom Brady’s 2022 divorce with Gisele Bundchen made NFL legend look like a ‘cancer patient’
Key Things to Know
  • Tom Brady reportedly lost nearly 20 pounds during his 2022 divorce from Gisele Bundchen.
  • Details of Brady's physical and mental stress were revealed in Lars Anderson's forthcoming book.
  • Former Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians confirmed the weight loss was caused by personal stress.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady reportedly lost almost 20 pounds amid his 2022 divorce from Gisele Bundchen, according to claims in Lars Anderson's forthcoming book. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians stated that the noticeable weight loss was directly linked to the stress of Brady's personal issues during that period.

The book reveals that coaches and teammates observed a dramatic shift in Brady's appearance and demeanor, with coach Clyde Christensen describing him as an empty shell. Brady and Bundchen officially finalized their divorce in October 2022, and Brady subsequently retired from the NFL in February 2023.

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