Gayle King Shoots Her Shot at Romancing Tom Brady
CBS morning host Gayle King publicly revealed her romantic interest in retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady during promotional interviews, asking actors to help communicate her feelings to him.
The 71-year-old journalist made her feelings known during a Thursday conversation with actors Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein, who were promoting their film “Office Romance,” as New York Post reports.
Gayle King seized an opportunity to discuss Tom Brady, 48, when Brett Goldstein jokingly offered to write a movie role for her. The CBS personality immediately asked whether the screenplay would feature a romance with Brady, questioning whether she would fall for him or he for her.
King praised the retired athlete as one of the nicest people she knows, demonstrating genuine admiration for the Super Bowl champion beyond his athletic achievements.
Public Manifestation Strategy
The Daytime Emmy nominee continued her playful pursuit later in the interview when discussing Goldstein’s rumored relationship with Lopez. After King expressed interest in attending any future celebrations for the pair, Goldstein turned the tables by requesting an invitation to what he called “the Tom and Gayle wedding.”
King responded by asking Goldstein to inform Brady of her interest, acknowledging that the former New England Patriots star remains unaware of her crush. Representatives for Brady did not provide comment on the matter.
Pattern of Public Interest
This latest declaration follows similar comments King made one week earlier during an appearance on Alex Cooper’s “Call Her Daddy” podcast, where she discussed her preference for dating younger men.
During that podcast episode, King specified her interest in someone younger but age-appropriate, specifically mentioning Brady as an example. She recounted a recent encounter where she restrained herself from complimenting his appearance directly, while also noting his excellent sense of humor.
Personal History Context
King has maintained a notably private romantic life since divorcing William Bumpus in 1993, following his infidelity with one of her friends. The veteran broadcaster has not publicly dated anyone in the three decades since that marriage ended.
Brady divorced supermodel Gisele Bündchen in 2022 after more than ten years of marriage. Since then, the seven-time Super Bowl champion has been linked to various high-profile women including model Irina Shayk and social media influencer Alix Earle, though no serious relationship has been confirmed.
With information from New York Post
