It looks as if Gisele Bündchen had more fun than anyone at the opening ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on Friday, August 5.
The Brazilian supermodel, 36, made the final runway appearance of her career at the Maracana Stadium on Friday, taking a long, long walk down the catwalk to the classic tune "The Girl From Ipanema" as the audience cheered loudly about 30 minutes into the opening ceremony.
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Gisele Bundchen??#OpeningCeremony
Catwalk for 3 Billion People@giseleofficial #Olympics2016 pic.twitter.com/PIkPj3QvSU— JetsettersFlyin™ ✈️ (@JetSettersFlyIn) August 6, 2016
Gisele dancing gives me life… pic.twitter.com/A3CRrMtrni
— Only In Boston (@OnlyInBOS) August 6, 2016
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After her showstopping turn in a shimmering gold Alexandre Herchcovitch gown, it was Bündchen's turn to be a fan, and she was spotted cheering and dancing enthusiastically among the crowd of revelers.
Earlier on Friday, the wife of NFL star Tom Brady shared a pic on Instagram that showed her silhouetted against the Brazilian flag.
"The Olympics symbolize so much for our global community," she captioned the photo. "The unity that is felt is amazing and gives me goose bumps. There is so much dedication and love the athletes themselves pour into their chosen sport. Each athlete has given their all to achieve lifelong dreams and their journeys have led them here to Rio to compete for their countries with pride. The energy is electric and contagious."
"I am so happy to be part of the opening ceremony in my homeland and to celebrate these bright stars from around the globe," Bündchen continued. "I truly believe that each Olympian lights the path for the next young child dreaming of being at the Olympics and encourages the practice of sports. As I walk down tonight on the longest runway I have ever been on I will be sending out all my love and positivity. I am humbled and honored to be part of this historic moment for my country. I believe that the unity is the key to creating a world filled with kindness, gratitude, peace, and love."
To learn more about all the Olympic hopefuls, visit TeamUSA.org. The Olympics will be streamed live on NBCOlympics.com and NBC Sports Live Extra.
