Tom Brady admits his Netflix roast was a learning opportunity when it came to parenting.
One year after the New England Patriots player’s Netflix roast, he admitted that the reactions of his kids Jack, 17—whom he shares with ex Bridget Moynahan—as well Benjamin, 15, and Vivian, 12, whom he shares with ex Gisele Bünchen, have left a lasting impact on him.
“It was tough on my kids for sure,” Tom reflected on the May 5 episode of the Impaulsive podcast. “I love laughing at myself—it felt like I was in the locker room and the harder people go at me I actually love it. I don’t take myself too serious, but I do understand for my kids it was really hard.”
Indeed, Tom admitted he will “never forget” the impact it had on them.
“I talked to my kids the next day and I felt like, a stake through the heart,” he recalled. “And understandably, you know, they’re protective. They’re protected of their mom, of their dad. Of everybody, you know.”
As he recalled his kids had asked him following the viral comedy hour, “‘What was the point of that?’ ‘Why did you do that?’”
Still, when it comes to his own perspective, Tom looks back fondly on his roast—which featured stars like Nikki Glaser, Kevin Hart and even Kim Kardashian.
“I really enjoyed the show,” he gushed. “The performances were incredible and when you were in that moment, in that theater at the Forum, it was electric. It was crazy. We got done, everybody was on cloud nine and that moment I’ll never forget.”
Tom’s roast included punchlines not only poking fun at his athletic career, but also his 2022 divorce from Gisele—who welcomed a baby boy with boyfriend Joaquim Valente in February.
And despite the good memories he has for it, the 47-year-old confirmed just a week after the negative consequences the roast had on his family would keep him from pursuing an opportunity like that in the future.
“I wouldn’t do that again,” the football star said on the Pivot Podcast last May, “because of the way that it affected actually the people that I care about the most in the world.”
For a deeper look into the bond Tom shares with his kids, keep reading…
Happy Birthday, Jack
Gisele Bündchen shared this family photo on Instagram on Tom Brady‘s son Jack‘s 14th birthday, writing, “Happy birthday Jack! We are all so lucky to have you in our lives. Thank you for being the best big brother in the world. We love you soooo much!”
Celebrate Good Times
While wearing his Christopher Cloos x Brady sunglasses, Tom celebrates his Super Bowl win with daughter Vivian during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers boat parade.
V for Victory
After winning his seventh Super Bowl, the Tampa Bay quarterback celebrated with his daughter Vivian.
Family Man
Tom snuggled with his kids John “Jack” Moynahan (with ex Bridget Moynahan), Vivian and Benjamin in this adorable photo snapped by Gisele on Father’s Day.
Quarterback In Training
Brady went from quarterback to coach with his son on the beach, writing on Instagram that he’s “#dadsfavoriteworkoutpartner.”
XOXO
Gisele shared this adorable photo on Instagram of Tom giving his son a kiss on the forehead.
The Whole Team
The whole Brady-bünch posed together at the Mercedes-Benz in Atlanta ahead of the Super Bowl LIII, which the Patriots later won.
Clowning Around
Tom lurked as Pennywise the Dancing Clown in a window behind his family as they celebrate Halloween in 2018.
Daddy’s Little Girl
As Tom geared up for another football season, he stopped to give his daughter a little love and clearly this one has her dad’s full attention.
Horsing Around
In July 2018, the Brady bunch headed out of town for a family vacation and they couldn’t look any happier on their horseback riding adventure.
Goofballs
Tom celebrated Father’s Day with a family dinner and lots of silly photos with his younger son, Ben.
Group Hug
There’s nothing sweeter than seeing the greatest quarterback of all time (he has seven Super Bowl rings) get smothered in love by his three kids.
Chill Dad
Even though it was springtime, Tom bundled up with Ben for a fun day outside…complete with a little training.
Some Bunny Loves You
Tom Brady as the Easter bunny? Who would’ve guessed?!
Familia
The super sweet family was all smiles during one of Brady’s episodes of Tom vs. Time.
Chow Time
After playing in another Super Bowl, Tom took a little break with his family, complete with burger time and selfies.
Win Or Lose
Even though the Patriots lost the 2018 Super Bowl, Tom had his support squad ready and waiting to cheer him up.
Go Pats!
Ahead of Super Bowl LII, the Patriots QB posed for pictures with his whole family including Gisele and oldest son Jack, second-born Ben, and daughter Vivian.
Birthday Boy
The New England Patriots quarterback showed his second oldest son a little love on his birthday in December of 2017, writing, “Happy Birthday to the sweetest 8 year old boy a mom and dad could ever ask for! So filled with love and joy! We are so proud of you Benny! And you shine a light that brightens our lives every day! We love you.”
Baking Buddy
Vivian was the ultimate sous chef as her dad made her biscuits before Thanksgiving and really, what can’t Brady do?
Hammock Life
The dynamic duo of Tom and Ben spent a November day swinging in a hammock together and we really wish we had some R&R like this in our near future.
Wax On, Wax Off
Leave it to Tom to teach his son more than just football.
Summer Fun
The Brady crew rolled around in the grass and enjoyed spending time together in June 2017 and it really does look like they are having a blast.
Silly Bradys
Who says you’re too old to make funny faces?
Parade Pops
When the Patriots headed back to Boston for their parade celebration after their 2017 Super Bowl win, Tom brought Ben along for the ride making him the coolest dad around.
Brady’s Littlest Fan
Winning the Super Bowl in 2017 was great, but getting to celebrate with your daughter on the field is priceless.
Good Luck Kisses
In 2017, Vivian gave her dad a big good luck kiss before he headed out for a game. Seriously, these two are so stinking cute.
Fan Club
Tom’s fans span near and far, but his biggest fans are his three kids and their “Brady” jerseys continually make us love them even more as a unit.
Tree Fairy
Decorating the Christmas tree is twice as fun when you have your precious daughter helping you out…especially when she’s dressed as a fairy!
Vacation Mode
The football player loves to spend his off time with his adorable kiddos at the beach and we totally approve.
