An insider is explaining Gisele Bündchen’s intention behind her quiet wedding to Joaquim Valente.
Reports of her wedding emerged this weekend, with People confirming that the wedding took place on December 3 in Surfside, Florida.
The event took place as discreetly as the model planned, small and intimate.
“Gisele didn’t feel the need to share the wedding with anyone outside of her family unit,” the insider said. “It just reflected where she is in her life right now.”
The couple, who welcomed a baby boy earlier this year, wed at their home in a low-key ceremony.
“After the baby was born, it felt natural to get married. It wasn’t about outside pressure or expectations. It was something she wanted for personal reasons and for her family. She’s very, very happy,” the source added.
The insider noted that Bündchen’s life in Florida with Valente, 38, reflects a slower pace and a renewed focus on her children, son Benjamin Rein, 15, and daughter Vivian Lake, 12, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Tom Brady.
“She’s focused on family, home life, and creating a peaceful environment for her children,” the source added of the Brazilian model.
Bündchen and Valente began dating in June 2023, though they were first seen together in late 2022 during a trip to Costa Rica.
The source added that the couple aligns in values and lifestyle. “His calm, low-key approach fits perfectly with where she is now. They’re focused on family, balance, and well-being,” the insider said.
