Tom Brady's ex Bridget Moynahan shares unexpected tribute following his retirement news

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Tom Brady announced his retirement from NFL in a heartfelt statement which he dedicated to his family – and they have reacted, including his ex and mother of his eldest son – Bridget Moynahan.MORE: Tom Brady makes nine-year-old fan who beat cancer cry with incredible gestureTaking to Instagram, the actress, who dated the quarterback for three years until 2006, shared a picture of Tom on the field and wrote: "So proud of @tombrady.

Yesterday and today and I know you will do great things tomorrow. Looking forward to the next steps."WATCH: Tom Brady and family visit Walt Disney World ResortFans went wild for the message, with many labelling her a "great mum".MORE: Gisele leaves fans seeing double as she poses poolside with sisters in matching bikinisMORE: Gisele marks son's birthday with beautiful message "Your devotion to your son’s happiness and leading by example in always cheering on his dad are really beautiful," one wrote, whilst a second added: "Bridget, you are a co-parenting inspiration to so many.

Cheers to your class, and focusing on what’s most important- family, no matter how it looks!" The couple dated for three years until their split in 2006A third remarked: "You are a class act.

In the day of battling ex's, you are a role model to follow."Bridget and Tom dated from 2004 until 2006, and shortly after their split the star confirmed she was expecting Tom's baby.