Tom Brady's romance with Candice Swanepoel has reportedly caused massive trouble in her 15-year friendship with model Joan Smalls. The retired NFL star, who got divorced from Gisele Bündchen in 2022 after 13 years of marriage, has reportedly been dating Candice for many months.
The pair both live in Miami and have been careful to keep their relationship private. However, Candice had allegedly encouraged Joan to end her relationship with the former quarterback, making her own romance with him even more difficult for their friendship.
But their close bond now appears to be in trouble. Fans noticed that Candice and Joan had unfollowed each other on Instagram, sparking widespread speculation across social media platforms regarding a permanent fallout.
According to reports, Joan also called out people she felt had betrayed her in comments that were later deleted. While the friendship drama continues, Tom's former wife Gisele reportedly has no problem with his new romance.
Sources close to the fashion industry said the two models were never close friends, despite working extensively for Victoria's Secret over the years. The competitive nature of the industry often puts personal relationships to the test.
Neither Candice nor Joan has publicly addressed the reported fallout, leaving fans wondering whether their long friendship can survive the situation. Industry insiders continue to monitor the social media activity of both stars closely.
As the story develops, representatives for both models have declined to comment on the matter, maintaining silence while media outlets analyze every digital footprint left by the two celebrities. The ongoing speculation highlights how celebrity relationships and dating choices can dramatically impact long-standing personal bonds in the high-pressure world of international modeling and entertainment.
Fans of both models have expressed sadness over the apparent end of their friendship, taking to various online platforms to share throwback photos and discuss the unexpected turn of events. Ultimately, only time will tell whether Candice Swanepoel and Joan Smalls will manage to resolve their differences and rebuild the trust that once defined their 15-year companionship.