The “GROAT” roast on Netflix proved to be a major triumph for both Tom Brady and the streaming giant. Brady received an impressive $30 million for participating in the roast, enduring a barrage of jokes about his illustrious career and personal life, including his divorce from Gisele Bündchen. Netflix reaped the benefits with 13.8 million viewers tuning in, marking a significant success. However, Gisele Bündchen, the Brazilian supermodel, was left with “deep disappointment,” feeling that the jokes targeted at her were harmful to their children and labeling the content as “irresponsible.”
In a twist following the roast, NFL legend Drew Bledsoe disclosed that Brady might not have had substantial involvement in crafting the harsh jokes, potentially alleviating some of the “disappointment.”
Drew Bledsoe Reveals Brady Didn’t Write All His Jokes
During a podcast with Keyshawn Johnson, Drew Bledsoe shared intriguing insights about the roast’s writing process. “We went back and forth with the writers. I sent them ideas I was comfortable with, and they sent back other stuff,” Bledsoe explained. It emerged that some of the unexpected jokes were the writers’ contributions. “The nice thing was, a couple of wine puns actually came from them,” he noted, adding his surprise at the inclusion of these jokes. “I didn’t know if it was appropriate to throw in some wine stuff.”
Interestingly, Bledsoe admitted to rejecting some jokes that the writers eventually used on Brady. “They actually sent me some jokes I turned down that they gave to Tom, which I thought was kind of funny,” he revealed. Bledsoe humorously commented, “He’s picking up my scraps again.” While Bledsoe’s recounting ended on a humorous note, Brady has been making efforts to address the fallout from the roast, particularly the impact on his former wife and children.
Tom Brady Regrets the Impact of “GROAT”
The jokes during the roast did not just focus on Brady’s career but also on Gisele Bündchen’s relationship with jiu-jitsu trainer Joaquim Valente. A source close to Gisele indicated that the jokes implied infidelity, which she has vehemently denied. The source also highlighted the negative impact on Brady’s children.
Brady promptly shared his reflections on the roast, expressing, “I loved when the jokes were about me… I didn’t like the way it affected my kids.” Despite the mixed reactions, Brady declared that he “wouldn’t do it again.” Moreover, a source close to the former couple mentioned that Brady apologized to Gisele for the offensive jokes. In light of these revelations, Bledsoe’s comments suggest that Brady’s intentions were not to harm his family life deliberately.
As the dust settles, it becomes clearer that Tom Brady’s involvement in the writing process was limited, and his main goal was to entertain, not to create personal distress.
Amidst the tributes, fans have also defended Gebhardt against false accusations. The online fitness community shared heartfelt condolences, with one commenter expressing disbelief at his age, saying, “31 is no age at all. So sad. Condolences to his friends and family.” Another fan urged others not to jump to conclusions about steroids or COVID-19, revealing, “Before everyone goes blaming steroids or Covid. He just had surgery 2 days prior, and had complications from it…”
Another fan expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to Gebhardt’s family: “May he rest in peace. Such a young soul gone too soon. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. May they find comfort and strength in this difficult time.” Some fans noted the surprising number of bodybuilders who have died since the pandemic, with one user commenting, “The amount of bodybuilders that have died since the pandemic is wild .. rest in peace.” Another user showed sympathy for Gebhardt’s family, writing, “RIP…Very sad. I feel terrible for his family.”
Kevin Gebhardt’s legacy will be remembered through his dedication and passion for bodybuilding. He will be deeply missed by friends, family, and bodybuilding enthusiasts who saw him as an inspiration.
