Hollywood is celebrating Tom Brady’s legendary career.
Brady, 45, announced Wednesday that he will “permanently” retire from the NFL after 23 seasons with the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
After the seven-time Super Bowl winner shared the news in a video message, stars from the sports and entertainment industries are remembering and paying tribute to Brady during his influential career on the field.
One of the star athletes who celebrated Brady on Wednesday was his best friend and former soccer star David Beckham.The retired athlete, 47, wrote in Brady’s post announcing his decision, I love you,’ he wrote.
Serena Williams has admitted she was ‘teared’ when Brady announced his retirement and said she was ‘sad to see’ him leaving. again,” she joked.
Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian praised Brady for his “legendary run” in the NFL. “Enjoy your evolution – the best is yet to come,” he added.
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Actress and Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow took the time to respond to Brady’s retirement announcement by writing, “AND WE LOVE YOU.”
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Kate Hudson says she speaks for “the whole family” when Brady says it was “an honor to see such a phenomenal career” while competing on the field told Brady.
“You have brought us all so much joy over the years,” Hudson continued. “Welcome to the next chapter. To.”
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Former NFL star JJ Watt, who retired in December after 12 seasons, first React to Brady’s announcement on Wednesday. Watt, 33, called Brady “the greatest ever” and said it was an “honor and privilege” to watch him play.
Watt also teased the situation by inviting Brady to join his “newly retired group” for golf and drinks. ‘ he wrote.
Other retired athletes who have paid tribute to Brady on social media include lacrosse great Paul Laville, Olympian Michael Phelps and former NFL star Julian Edelman.
Current NFL stars, including Super Bowl attendee Patrick Mahomes, reacted to Brady’s retirement Wednesday. Mahomes, 27 Brady’s video announcement quoted and tweeted Added three goat emojis, suggesting the former Buccaneers quarterback is “the greatest ever.”
Free agent Odell Beckham Jr., Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and Denver Broncos star Russell Wilson also commented on Brady’s post with inspiring messages of support.
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Brady officially announced his retirement in a video posted on social media Wednesday morning.
“I’m retiring. It’s a good thing. I know the process last time was pretty important, so when I woke up this morning, I hit the record and thought I’d let you all know first,” he said of the sentiment. Brady said.
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“It won’t last long. I can only get one very emotional retirement essay. Last year I ran out of it. So…thank you so much everyone…really,” he choked. Continue “To each and every one of you who have supported me, my family, my friends, my teammates and my competitors. I could go on forever. There are so many. For letting me live my absolute dream.” Thank you.”
“I won’t change anything. I love you all.”
