Tom Brady Apparently Followed This Code Before Pursuing Irina Shayk

In the star-studded universe where high-profile romances are as frequent as a quarterback’s touchdown, there’s always space for a dash of old-world charm. Case in point: Tom Brady, the iconic NFL player, who took his sweet time before making his move on the ravishing supermodel Irina Shayk. The delay wasn’t due to his divorce from supermodel Gisele Bündchen, though. Instead, Brady reportedly took his time to make sure one friend in particular was cool with the NFL star pursuing her.

Now, let’s rewind a bit. Brady and Shayk were first spotted together in late 2023, not long after Brady’s split from Gisele and Shayk’s break-up with Bradley Cooper. The rumor mill began to churn, but it seemed like the pair was just having a bit of fun, with sources close to the two saying that the summer fling had simply “fizzled out.” Brady was even spotted with a mystery blond at Art Basel in Miami last month, while Shayk was spotted with her Cooper vacationing in Italy with their six-year-old daughter, Lea De Seine.

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But it turns out that not only are Brady and Shayk still very much together, but thriving. A source close to the couple says the two “now realize they’re a perfect match,” even if it took them a while to get there.

“They both had a lot of baggage to unpack before they could commit to each other,” a source told RadarOnline. Part of that emotional baggage included making sure that Cooper, who is also friends with Brady, was no longer romantically involved with Shayk before making his move. Yes, Brady, the man who’s legendary for his quick decisions on the field, decided to play the waiting game and honor the unspoken “bro code” of not going after a friend’s ex.

After going through his own tumultuous divorce, Brady apparently did not want any part in breaking up a relationship. And it seems to have worked, as the two have realized how good they are together. “People around them are saying they’re already making big plans for their long future together,” the source continued.

So, there you have it. Brady, the titan of touchdowns, demonstrating that even in the glittering world of celebrity romance, a little patience and respect can go a long way. It’s the “bro code” in action – proof that it transcends the football field to score an ultimate catch in matters of the heart.

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