The recent Netflix roast of Tom Brady left no stone unturned, especially when it came to personal jabs. While Brady’s career achievements were off-limits, the comedians dug deep into his personal life. One of the recurring targets? His ex-wife, supermodel Gisele Bündchen. Drew Bledsoe, Brady’s former New England Patriots teammate, shed light on why most jokes centered around Gisele during the roast.
The day after the roast, Drew Bledsoe appeared on “The Herd with Colin Cowherd.” A tweet from the show’s official account (@TheHerd) captured a key point made by Bledsoe: “You can’t make fun of his career… So you’ve got to go personal” [Insert Citation Here]. This statement perfectly encapsulates the challenge faced by the roasters. Tom Brady’s career is an undeniable success story. Seven Super Bowl wins speak for themselves. So, where does that leave the comedians?
"You can't make fun of his career… So you've got to go personal."
— @DrewBledsoe joins @ColinCowherd the day after the @TomBrady roast pic.twitter.com/AWG1PaCc7J
— Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) May 6, 2024
The Roast: A Personal Affair
The Netflix roast was a no-holds-barred event, and the comedians knew they couldn’t touch Brady’s illustrious football career. Instead, they delved into his personal relationships. Kevin Hart set the tone early, joking about Brady’s decision to come out of retirement for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. “Single life is what you deserve,” Hart quipped, referring to Brady’s split from Gisele. The audience erupted in laughter, knowing that personal matters were fair game.
Drew Bledsoe’s Take
Drew Bledsoe, who once held the Patriots’ quarterback position before Brady took over, didn’t shy away from the Gisele topic either. During the roast, he playfully taunted Brady: “You have more rings than I do, but I’ve experienced a couple of things you’ll never experience: the feeling of being the No. 1 overall draft pick in the NFL and a 28th wedding anniversary.” The crowd loved it, emphasizing that personal anecdotes resonated with the audience.
Gisele’s Reaction
Gisele Bündchen, however, wasn’t amused. Reports suggest that she was “deeply disappointed” by the jokes directed at her during the roast. Her children with Brady were also affected by the content. It’s understandable; divorce is a sensitive topic, especially when it involves public figures. The roast blurred the line between humor and personal boundaries.
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