Inside Tom Brady’s Yacht: The NFL Legend’s Life on the Water

Tom Brady’s after-game plans are making headlines almost as much as his football legacy. As soon as the legendary quarterback traded cleats for captain’s shoes, media and fans have been intrigued by Tom Brady’s yacht – his floating luxury retreat. In recent years, Brady has embraced a tropical, leisure-filled lifestyle in Florida, and it all started when he confessed, “The first thing I did when I got here, I said ‘I need a boat’”. That proclamation kicked off a new chapter of his life on the water, fittingly marked by a state-of-the-art yacht upgrade. Even during the Tampa Bay Super Bowl LV parade, Brady celebrated aboard a boat – famously tossing the Lombardi Trophy from vessel to vessel in the bay – underscoring how boating became part of his story. In this post, we’ll dive into the backstory of Tom’s boating passion, the stunning details of his current yacht, its role in celebrity culture, and what it all means for Brady’s post-NFL life.

Tom Brady’s Yachting Background

Tom Brady moved to Tampa Bay in 2020 and quickly adopted the laid-back boating lifestyle that Florida offers. According to one report, “when Tom Brady moved to Florida in 2020 he made a big purchase… a six million dollar yacht”. That first boat was a 55-foot Wajer 55S (fittingly named Viva la Vida), which immediately distinguished Brady as a new kind of Florida lifestyle icon – one who swapped ice baths for ocean spray. With a top speed of around 38 knots and a 450-nautical-mile range, the Wajer 55 gave Brady plenty of freedom to explore the Gulf of Mexico and beyond. Its open layout features sun pads on both bow and stern, U-shaped lounge seating, and even an extendable swim platform that converts into a gangway – perfect for Florida waterfront parties and lazy family outings. In fact, the boat’s comfortable deck lounge made it ideal for celebrating after the big game. During the Tampa Bay Super Bowl parade in February 2021, Brady was photographed waving from the back of that Wajer 55, surrounded by cheering fans and fellow boaters. It was on that occasion he famously flung the Super Bowl trophy between boats in the harbor, signaling just how seriously he’d taken the “Florida style” approach to victory.

Even the casual observer noticed Brady’s newfound passion. Paparazzi and sports outlets began capturing him and his family on boating trips. By mid-2021, Brady joked that living in Florida made him “I need a boat” – and he meant it. His circle noticed too: one news outlet quipped that after seeing Brady’s boat, “wouldn’t you want to quit your job and spend all your time on it?” and joked “the rest of the NFL would be grateful if Brady decided to retire and turn to a life of yacht”. It was clear: boating had become the backdrop of Brady’s off-field life. This laid the groundwork for his upgrade to an even larger, more luxurious yacht.

The Wajer 77: Model, Cost, and Features

By 2021, Brady and his family were ready for a bigger boat. The Dutch yacht-builder Wajer had just introduced a new flagship: the Wajer 77. Brady quickly placed a preorder on the 77-foot model. This 23.5-meter vessel, unlike Brady’s earlier dayboat, is essentially a mini superyacht. Wajer Yachts describes the 77 as “all about outdoor living,” and indeed the design reflects that motto. The spacious flybridge and main deck are open and airy, with luxurious seating and amenities. For example, reviewers note the Wajer 77 has “spacious circular seating, large sofas, a dining area at the back, [and] massive sun pads up front,” plus tall protective side glass and even a deck-cooling system to keep passengers comfortable under the hot sun. In other words, it was custom-built for someone who wants to entertain and relax on the water in maximum comfort.

Under the hood, the Wajer 77 is equally impressive. It features a modern hull form by Van Oossanen, paired with three Volvo Penta 900-hp IPS engines. That means Brady’s yacht cruises at about 30 knots (up to 37 knots top speed) and can cover roughly 400 nautical miles on a full tank. For perspective, that range is enough to reach the Bahamas on a weekend trip without refueling. The yacht’s three staterooms (plus crew quarters) are designed in elegant whitewashed oak and fine leather, with onboard Wi-Fi, sound system, and every luxury you’d expect. In short, this isn’t your grandfather’s fishing boat – it’s a floating Penthouse.

Of course, world-class design comes with a world-class price tag. When news broke of Brady’s Wajer 77 purchase, outlets reported the price around $6 million. (A Forbes article at the time estimated roughly $6M for a fully-specced Wajer 77, and Brady’s ordering extras probably pushed it slightly above base MSRP.) Indeed, one yacht insider noted “it cost about as much as Jason Pierre-Paul’s entire 2020 salary,” underscoring the scale. A year later, when the yacht was listed for resale, it was asking $7 million – about $1M over the original MSRP, reflecting all of the custom touches and the Brady pedigree. Either way, this purchase signaled Brady was serious about upgrading his nautical lifestyle.

What did Brady name his new boat? Early on he hinted it would carry on the “Viva la Vida” name from his first boat, a tribute to Gisele Bündchen’s charity (Viva La Vida means “Live Life” in Portuguese). However, after Brady’s divorce in 2022, the family ended up renaming the Wajer 77. When it was delivered in early 2023 (months after he hung up his cleats), he christened the yacht Tw12ve Angels. The name blends his jersey number “12” into the word “Twelve,” giving it a whimsical, personal touch. With three cabins, space for nine people (including crew), and all the bells and whistles of an ultra-luxury yacht, the Tw12ve Angels represents the apex of Brady’s new waterborne life.

Celebrations and Stories at Sea

Brady’s yachts have already played starring roles in some memorable moments. We mentioned his triumphant Super Bowl parade appearance on the Wajer 55, but there have been plenty of other yacht tales. When he first got the Wajer 55 in 2020, people dubbed it “the $6 million yacht”, and it didn’t take long for Brady to show off its features. In fact, the morning after Super Bowl LV, he posted a video of himself gleefully tossing the Lombardi Trophy between the sterns of his boat and a friend’s – a moment captured and shared widely on social media.

As Brady and his family have shifted into retirement (again), the yacht has become a key part of their adventure. In summer 2023, paparazzi and sports outlets followed Brady to Greece, where he and his kids took the Madsummer yacht on a Mediterranean cruise. TMZ caught him waterskiing shirtless and playing on jet skis with his children, proudly showing off his “retirement body” on the deck. Journalists noted that Brady “has been making the most of his extra time” on this luxurious vessel, exactly as he promised – spending more time with family now that football is in his rearview mirror.

But Brady’s yacht life isn’t limited to family outings. Tabloids have also followed his social scene. In May 2023, gossip pages reported that Brady and actor Leonardo DiCaprio – amusingly, both ex-boyfriends of Gisele Bündchen – were partying together on a star-studded yacht off the coast of Sardinia. Photos and Instagram stories showed Brady sharing deck space with DiCaprio and celebrity host David Grutman during a mutual friend’s birthday celebration. That episode earned international press (“Tom Brady spotted on star-studded yacht with Leonardo DiCaprio”) and highlighted how Brady’s boating life has melded with the A-list social circuit.

Other casual sightings hint at how the yacht fits into Brady’s routine. Local Florida news and fan accounts occasionally spot Brady cruising around Tampa Bay waters or anchoring at waterfront restaurants – the same way a movie star might be seen jogging in New York. There aren’t endless stories yet (Brady is pretty private), but the ones that exist all show the same theme: Brady’s boat is now his floating “home field,” whether celebrating championships, vacationing overseas, or just getting some R&R with his family.

Celebrity Yacht Comparison

Brady’s Wajer 77 is undeniably luxurious, but how does it stack up among the yachts of other celebrities? The short answer: it’s in the upper tier of celebrity yachts, though some stars and billionaires own even bigger vessels. For context, Brady’s boat is about 77 feet long (23.5 meters) and cost on the order of $6–7 million. By comparison, former soccer star David Beckham’s “Seven” is a Riva 90 Argo measuring 94 feet (nearly 29 meters). Beckham’s yacht was delivered in 2021 at a cost around $6.6 million and is designed to host a large family or group (it sleeps ten people in five staterooms). So Beckham’s boat is a bit larger than Brady’s, but in the same ballpark of high-end leisure yachts.

Other athletes are similar. NBA great Lebron James owns a 58-foot Hinckley motor yacht (the sport-boat style “Black Pearl”), and basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal famously commissioned a custom 155-foot superyacht called Shaqapulco. Brady’s Tw12ve Angels is much smaller than that, but Shaq’s $130+ million project is an extreme outlier even for celebs. Among NFL players, Jerry Jones (Dallas Cowboys owner) has the 305-foot Bravo Eugenia (a Lürssen, one of the largest in the world), which dwarfs Brady’s 77-foot cruiser. On the opposite end, many celebrities get by with modest boats: pop stars like Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran prefer sailing yachts in the 40–60 foot range, and many high-profile actors or rappers charter rather than own.

The point is, Brady’s yacht isn’t the absolute largest or most expensive in celebrity culture, but it’s still a standout. His Wajer 77 even made yachting headlines – yacht magazines called it a “mini superyacht fit for a champion” (a nod to Brady). Compared to other famous boat owners, Brady’s size and spending place him comfortably with other top sports stars. It’s far more lavish than the 37-foot sailboats some athletes own, yet not as colossal (or as costly) as a 300+ foot superyacht. Celebrity yacht roundup blogs often note that Brady’s Viva la Vida is one of the nicest American-owned daycruisers, alongside names like Kanye West’s 30-meter Christina O (co-owned) or golfer Tiger Woods’s 155-foot Privacy. In short, among “celebrity yachts,” Brady’s is definitely up there in luxury and style – and at roughly 77 feet it’s more appreciable to fans than, say, a 400-foot billionaire toy.

Brady’s Yacht in Retirement

After retiring from the NFL in early 2023, Tom Brady had the opportunity to fully enjoy the fruits of his labors. He’s hinted that this yacht life was part of his retirement plan. Brady once told reporters he needed to make time for his family, and indeed he “has been making the most of his extra time” by cruising with them. 2023’s Mediterranean trip on the Madsummer showed Brady physically “living it up” on the boat with his kids. He even quipped that soon he’d be working a “hospitality internship” from other luxury yacht owners (as was joked in Miami hospitality circles) – suggesting he might assist in managing or enjoying yachting events.

Beyond play, the yacht fits Brady’s post-NFL branding. He launched ventures like his Autograph NFT platform and a line of skincare products, all wrapped in a premium lifestyle image. The serene, controlled environment of the yacht aligns with his disciplined persona. For example, Brady often conducts interviews or photo shoots on the deck, projecting health, confidence, and focus in a beautiful maritime setting. It wouldn’t be surprising if in coming months we see a retirement-themed ad or video shot onboard. Already, commentary from Sports Illustrated wryly noted that Brady’s new yachting life might be the dream of any aging athlete: “If you had a boat like that, wouldn’t you want to quit your job and spend all your time on it?” they mused.

The yacht also keeps Brady engaged post-football. He’s explored related activities like fishing (one of the cabin owners is often seen angling off the deck) and has been seen wearing nautical and water-sport gear from sponsors. And with his family now grown (his kids are 13, 11, and 2), it’s an ideal way to spend quality time together. As he told TMZ, he had looked forward “to being around his kids over the next year” and it seems he’s “been sticking to his word” – with the yacht as his backdrop.

Public and Media Reaction

Not surprisingly, Brady’s yacht has captured public imagination. Fans on social media gush over the pictures of him relaxing on deck, often joking about being “retired for good” now that he can cruise in style. News outlets cover even mundane yacht moments as viral tidbits (“Tom Brady rocks a wet suit and waterskis with his kids!”). Sports Illustrated took a humorous angle, running a story headlined “He really does have everything” and quipping about “the rest of the NFL” envying Brady’s luxurious boat. On talk shows and podcasts, commentators marvel at how Brady goes from TB12 under center to TB12 on deck, charting every sighting from Miami marinas to the Aegean Sea.

Celebrities themselves sometimes tease him. For example, David Beckham and Brady have posted playful banter when Beckham was on his own yacht – Beckham joked that Tom looked “a little bored” lounging on a boat, implying Brady was restless waiting for the party. Rather than resentment, these reactions often come across as friendly ribbing. After all, if superstars can mock each other’s toys, that just acknowledges how enviable they are.

Overall, the media reaction is a mix of admiration and light-hearted jest. Brady’s yacht has become a status symbol and a punchline in retirement jokes alike. Some articles emphasize how Brady finally gets the “relaxation he deserves,” while others question whether he’ll indeed retire for good and live on it – the latter being an on-air question after he announced his second retirement. For now, public opinion sees it mostly as part of the “hero’s endgame”: Brady conquered football, and now he’s conquering the seas in style.

In sum, the yacht has taken on symbolic meaning in Brady’s narrative. It’s a trophy of sorts – not a Lombardi, but a floating celebration of his success. It represents his commitment to family time, health, and enjoying life after football. And perhaps most importantly, it fulfills Brady’s teenage dream of owning something truly extraordinary. As one columnist put it, the yacht “fits the NFL legend like his glove” – it’s big, bold, and impeccably tailored to him. Whether he’s making power plays on the field or leisure memories on the water, the yacht has earned its place as a shining emblem of Tom Brady’s lifestyle today.

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