“My Girlie Girl”: Tom Brady embraces new ‘paternity’ while expanding his business empire

Tom Brady may have stepped away from the NFL, but he’s still making headlines—this time for an unexpected form of fatherhood. While his ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen, reportedly enjoys new motherhood with Joaquim Valente, Brady is celebrating a different kind of family milestone: his role as a devoted ‘cat dad.’On January 1, 2025, Brady took to Instagram to share a heartwarming moment with his followers, celebrating the second birthday of his cat’s kittens. The post featured an adorable photo of the mother cat caring for her babies, alongside the caption: "2 years old today."Brady also gave a sweet shoutout to his daughter, Vivian, writing, "Only my Girlie Girl aka. Vivi could make me a cat dad but I'm grateful she did."His journey into pet parenthood began in 2023 when Vivian convinced him to adopt two kittens from the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. Although one of the kittens sadly passed away, the surviving cat, Vivi, became a cherished part of the Brady household. In a candid moment, Brady once admitted, "I never thought I'd have a cat in my life. But my daughter wins everything in this house."Even as he embraces life as a cat dad, Brady hasn’t slowed down professionally. His latest major business move involves a high-profile partnership with DICK’s Sporting Goods, a $12 billion retail giant.Brady recently starred in their viral ad campaign, Speed Shopping, which features internet sensation IShowSpeed navigating a fast-paced sneaker run at DICK’s, only to be hilariously challenged by sports legends like Kevin Durant, Suni Lee, Travis Hunter, and Brady himself. The chaotic yet entertaining commercial showcases Speed facing off against Durant in a one-on-one game and enduring a gymnastics challenge from Lee.Brady couldn’t help but praise the campaign, declaring, "DICK'S is the GOAT!" as the ad gained massive traction across platforms like YouTube and Netflix.Brady’s retirement from the NFL hasn’t slowed his success. He continues to dominate the business world with strategic partnerships and investments. His brand portfolio includes collaborations with Under Armour Inc., Ugg, Upper Deck, and his own ventures—Brady Brand, TB12 Health, and the NFT platform Autograph.Also Read: “I hope to not see him next year”: J.J. Watt hopes to avoid Tom Brady clash as Burnley and Birmingham chase promotionDespite his packed schedule, Brady remains devoted to his family, embracing every role life throws at him—including his unexpected ‘paternity’ as a cat dad. Whether it's business, sports commentary, or fatherhood (feline or otherwise), Tom Brady proves he's still playing to win.