Photos of Tom Brady’s son with actress Bridget Moynahan have left netizens divided on whether he resembles his mother, his father, or his stepmother as he grows.
Tom Brady’s recent public outing with his two sons, John Edward Thomas “Jack” Moynahan, and Benjamin Rein, has created a stir among social media users.
The retired NFL star shared a candid photo on Instagram, showing himself standing between his sons, with his arms around them. In the image, both Tom and Jack wore white t-shirts, while Benjamin chose a black one.
The trio’s close bond was evident. The proud dad captioned the photo, “The gang does @taylorswift. I think I learned I’m a Reputation guy š,” referencing Swift’s album “Reputation.”
Tom’s latest Instagram update not only showcased their time together but also highlighted Jack’s appearance, which caught netizens’ attention.
“Jack is a handsome young man, looks like his mother,” one user commented, referring to the teen’s mother, actress Bridget Moynahan.
Meanwhile, another declared, “Jack is America’s next top model.” Some noted the resemblance of Jack to his stepmother and Tom’s ex-wife, Gisele BĆ¼ndchen, “Can’t help but thinking the older boy hilariously lookalikes Gisele. š§šµāš«š [sic].”
Jackās height also drew attention. An observant admirer noted, “He’s taller than you!” while another shared the same sentiment, “I think Jack passed you! Ha ha š³.”
Someone else focused on the family’s striking features, “The jaw lines are no joke! Lol,” while another remarked, “Lock Jack up !!He is one of the most beautiful people in the Worldā¦His Jawline, & Cheekbones..What a blessingā¦[sic]”
Compliments extended beyond just Jack; another fan wrote, “Sons are so handsome, dad’s not bad either.” Even actor Donnie Wahlberg joined in, “let’s go Jack! coolest kid ever [sic].”
Building on the love and admiration shown by fans, Tom also took a moment in August to celebrate Jack’s 17th birthday by sharing a carousel of photos featuring Benjamin and their sister, Vivian. The post also featured a video of Jack and Tom playing golf together.
“You are truly a blessing in my life and I am so grateful to watch you mature into a young man,” the doting dad wrote on Instagram.
He continued, praising Jack’s qualities, “Your love of family, friends, school, athletics, hard work and dedication to everything you put your energy into are just some of your amazing qualities. I love spending every minute with you and I cherish our time together.”
Adding a playful touch, Tom noted their friendly rivalry, revealing that Jack now beats him in basketball. As part of a family with ties to sports and modeling, the teen has various paths to consider, and his dad is fully supportive.
In a June 2023 People interview, Tom shared that although Jack played football last year, he may not continue. The former quarterback explained that Jack now prefers basketball and lacrosse, with basketball being his “favorite sport.”
Tom reiterated his commitment to supporting Jack’s future desires, “And to be honest, whatever he chooses, I’ll be very happy.” He also highlighted his son’s academic success, calling him a “very good student.”
The NFL star has also shared that Jack lives in New York City and consistently impresses him. The proud father remarked that his son puts his heart and soul into everything he does, leaving him in awe of who he has become.
Meanwhile, Gisele, revealed in a 2015 “CBS Mornings” interview how her appreciation for her stepson developed over time. She explained that she discovered Bridget was pregnant with Jack while she and Tom were dating.
“It was a challenging thing because here I am, thinking I’m dating this guy; we met, started dating, and everything is greatāand then this happens, right? So, I felt like I didnāt know what to do. It was one of those moments of, like, do I just run away?” she recalled.
Despite the initial difficulties, Gisele’s love for her stepson has continued to grow. “And I think, you know, now, eight years later, I couldn’t have asked for a sweeter bonus child,” the Brazilian model said of Jack.
As Gisele and Tom continue to co-parent their children, Tom shared his views on fatherhood and the public expectations placed on his kids back in August.
He emphasized that building a strong connection with his children required continuous effort. He also stated that he would never pressure them to pursue football as he did.
As for Jack, Tom reaffirmed his wish for him to find something he loves and to be self-motivated to work hard, whether itās football or another passion.
“I wouldn’t chose for him to do that because there’s too many crazy expectations that people would put on them, most of them probably very unfair actually,” he noted in a June 2023 ESPN interview. Tom added that whatever path his kids would choose, he would be there to support them just as his parents supported him.
However, Tom mentioned that his children faced unique pressures in a Today interview last year. “There are a lot of expectations because of who their mom or their dad is, and it’s not necessarily fair to them because they didn’t choose that,” he shared.
Tom shared that despite public expectations for them to conform to certain standards, his children were simply kids navigating their own lives and friendships. The football superstar expressed his hope that they will discover their passions and form meaningful connections as they grow.
Growing up in the Brady family spotlight, Jack Moynahan continues to attract public attention. As he matures, whether he follows his parents’ paths or chooses his own, his future will be closely watched.
