Tom Brady’s romance with Candice Swanepoel hits a pause as NFL legend avoids serious commitment

Tom Brady and Candice Swanepoel have sparked fresh dating rumors, but their reported connection may be moving at a slower pace than fans expect. The retired NFL quarterback is said to enjoy spending time with the Victoria’s Secret model, yet he has little interest in rushing into another serious relationship. With family responsibilities and his career still taking priority, Brady appears comfortable keeping things casual for now. Still, reports suggest the door remains open for something deeper if their connection grows naturally.Tom Brady and Candice Swanepoel are reportedly taking things slowlyAccording to a Page Six report published on October 26, Brady has been spending time with Swanepoel and enjoys her company. However, a source familiar with the situation suggested that the relationship has not reached a serious stage.“Tom has been seeing Candice and really likes spending time with her,” the source said.The insider also indicated that Brady is not eager to settle down again after spending years in a long-term marriage. Rather than putting pressure on the relationship, he reportedly prefers to see where things lead.That does not necessarily mean Brady is ruling out commitment. According to the report, he remains open to a more serious relationship if it develops naturally.TMZ has also reported links between the pair. Both reportedly live in Miami, which could make it easier for them to meet without having to plan around long-distance travel. Neither Brady nor Swanepoel has publicly confirmed the dating rumors.Brady finalized his divorce from Gisele Bündchen on October 28, 2022. The former couple share two children, Benjamin and Vivian. His focus on fatherhood may help explain why he is approaching his personal life cautiously.Swanepoel, meanwhile, ended her relationship with longtime fiancé Hermann Nicoli in 2018. The South African model also has two sons.Candice Swanepoel’s Victoria’s Secret return adds to dating buzzThe romance speculation comes shortly after Swanepoel returned to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on October 18. The appearance marked her 14th time walking in the show, underlining her long-standing connection with the lingerie brand.She shared the runway with established names, including Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid and Anok Yai.Meanwhile, Brady had previously attracted attention after being linked to influencer Alix Earle. The two were spotted together at a Palm Tree Crew New Year’s Eve event in St. Barts spanning December 31, 2025, and January 1, 2026. They were also seen interacting at a Super Bowl party in February.An old interview with Swanepoel has added an unexpected twist to the latest reports. In a resurfaced clip, she played a “Kiss, Marry, Kill” game involving Brad Pitt, Justin Bieber and Brady. She jokingly chose Pitt to marry, Bieber to kiss and Brady to “kill.”Despite the playful moment, the latest dating reports remain unconfirmed. For now, Brady and Swanepoel appear to be keeping their private lives out of the spotlight while speculation continues.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.