Tom Brady’s rumored relationship with Victoria’s Secret model Candice Swanepoel has reportedly led to tensions with fellow model Joan Smalls. According to Page Six, Smalls and Swanepoel, longtime friends for 15 years, have had a fallout due to Swanepoel’s alleged involvement with Brady. Smalls is said to have dated Brady on and off for about a year.
Sources claim that Smalls is now urging mutual friends to take sides, causing conflict within the Victoria’s Secret community. In comments she later deleted, Smalls reportedly criticized Swanepoel on social media, labeling her as a ‘backstabber’ and accusing her of breaking ‘girl code.’ She expressed feeling disrespected and noted a lack of humility and moral compass in those she addressed.
Swanepoel’s representative provided a statement to Page Six, emphasizing Swanepoel’s private nature regarding her personal life. The representative noted that despite the issues, Swanepoel respects her longstanding friendship with Smalls.
The reported romance between Swanepoel and Brady comes after Brady’s divorce from Gisele Bündchen in October 2022. The former couple shares two children, Benjamin and Vivian. Brady also has a son, Jack, with actress Bridget Moynahan. Since his divorce, Brady has been linked to several notable figures, including Russian model Irina Shayk and actress Sofia Vergara.
Brady and Swanepoel reportedly began their relationship in May. However, representatives for all parties involved have not responded to requests for comments. Despite the ongoing tension, both Swanepoel and Smalls participated in the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.