Tom Brady named as strategic adviser and brand advocate for Delta… NFL icon (whose mother worked as a flight attendant) joins airline after soccer and WNBA investments

Tom Brady has expanded his post-NFL business portfolio by joining Delta Air Lines as a ‘strategic adviser’ and brand advocate.

The legendary quarterback, who retired in February at the age of 45, has signed a ‘long-term’ contract with the airline, it was announced on Wednesday.

Brady’s mother Galynn worked as a flight attendant during his childhood and Delta hailed the ‘innovative new partnership’ as a chance to tap into his ‘expertise in teamwork, performance, and perseverance’ as well as his ‘spirit of winning and passion for inspiring people to be the best version of themselves.’

Brady’s role will involve helping to develop training and ‘teamwork tools’ for the airline’s 90,000-plus employees and ‘inspiring the next generation of Delta community leaders.’

The 46-year-old won seven Super Bowl crowns during an astonishing 23-year career in the NFL. He spent two decades with the New England Patriots before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and winning another Vince Lombardi Trophy. 

Brady’s mother Galynn (pictured) worked as a flight attendant during his childhood

Since announcing his retirement, Brady has kept himself busy with numerous business investments and opportunities.

In August, the former quarterback became a minority owner in English soccer club Birmingham City. Earlier this year, he also bought a stake in WNBA champions, the Las Vegas Aces.

Starting next season, meanwhile, Brady will become Fox Sports’ lead NFL analyst. The 46-year-old has reportedly signed a decade-long deal worth $375million.

The 46-year-old won seven Super Bowl crowns during an astonishing 23-year career in the NFL

In August, Brady became a minority owner in English soccer club Birmingham City

‘I am grateful to be joining the Delta family, a company I have loved and respected for years,’ Brady said in a statement. 

‘Growing up with a mother as a flight attendant, I have always admired the people that make seamless air transportation possible. 

‘Throughout my career, my teammates and I flew Delta countless times, spending hours traveling for some of the most important games of our lives, even celebrating Super Bowl wins on the plane. 

‘Those championship teams were built off of great leadership and a commitment to excellence, and Delta certainly shares those qualities… I look forward to playing my part to continue the company’s success.’