Gisele Bündchen marks the first year of River with Joaquim Valente in an intimate family album

Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bündchen has decided to break her usual secrecy around her private life shared with her husband Joaquim Valente. Through social media, the model commemorated the first anniversary of her son River with a series of unseen images that reveal, for the first time, details of the family’s daily life. With an emotional message that reads “Thank you, God, for so much,” Bündchen opened the doors to her home in the January 28 post, when River turned one year old.

A new chapter in Miami with her entire family

The supermodel surprised her followers by sharing 15 photos on her Instagram account, revealing the birth date of her third child, born from her relationship with the renowned jiu-jitsu instructor. In the images, followers could see for the first time Bündchen’s family dynamics, with River living in various everyday situations: being cared for by his grandfather, playing with his toys in his room, and imitating his father by wearing a small white kimono.

The family album also includes Benjamin Brady, 16, and Vivian Brady, 13, Bündchen’s older children from her previous marriage. While little River appears in all the photos, the mother chose to protect his privacy by not showing his face directly, thus maintaining certain boundaries in the media exposure of her youngest son.

The caption accompanying the images expressed: “I can’t believe more than a year has passed since you arrived to bless our lives. Thank you, God, for so much,” carefully chosen words to convey the model’s gratitude for her child’s arrival. She finished the message with a red heart and hands in a gesture of thanks, conveying warmth and genuine emotion.

The bay trip: moments of intimacy and happiness

During the weekend prior to the post, the couple was seen enjoying a boat ride through the waters of Miami Beach. Joaquim Valente accompanied Bündchen, River, and a select group of close friends on the yacht’s deck, in a relaxed and family-oriented setting.

For the occasion, the Brazilian chose a coordinated beach outfit in green tones, including a bikini and pareo, while little River wore a white printed bodysuit. The photos taken by the photographers showed a visibly comfortable and happy Bündchen in her environment, enjoying these moments with her family in the Miami setting.

From secrecy to happiness: Bündchen and Joaquim Valente’s journey

Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente’s relationship has been marked by decisions prioritizing privacy. Just two months ago, in December 2025, it was revealed that they had married in a very discreet ceremony. According to marriage records obtained by PageSix, the wedding took place on December 3 in Surfside, Florida, where the couple resides.

The event was described as deeply intimate, with attendance limited to close family and friends. Sources consulted by People magazine explained that Bündchen had specifically sought this: a small, private union away from pomp and spotlight. “Gisele is tired of all the attention on her private life, but they are so happy being together and as parents that it’s what they wanted to do,” shared a person close to the couple.

The source added that both are “best friends” who “have a lot in common” and are “very excited about everything.” For Bündchen, the priority was to do things according to her wishes, prioritizing a simple ceremony without media fuss. Currently, according to her close ones, the model is in a privileged position: “Her life is complete with her children, her loving family, and work — everything is more manageable.”

A new beginning after high-profile divorce

After three years of her widely publicized separation from NFL former player Tom Brady, Bündchen has found love again. At 45, the supermodel has once more committed to marriage, this time with Joaquim Valente, a jiu-jitsu instructor who runs a dojo in Miami with his brothers Pedro and Gui.

Their story began discreetly. They were first seen together in Brazil in November 2022, although the public confirmation of their relationship didn’t come until February 2023, when close sources revealed they were a couple. The initial connection happened at the jiu-jitsu academy, where Benjamin, Bündchen’s son, was a student of what is now his stepfather.

The romance quickly developed into a serious relationship that resulted in the birth of River, solidifying a bond that Bündchen and Valente have wanted to keep away from constant media exposure. With this new marital chapter, the model has found what her close ones describe as balance and peace: a complete family life, away from the sensational headlines that characterized her recent past.