The New England Patriots are set to unveil a 12-foot bronze statue of Tom Brady outside Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts, this Friday. The ceremony, lasting between 15 to 20 minutes, will feature owner Robert Kraft alongside Brady himself.
Brady, who is the first player in the franchise's history to receive such an honor, has yet to see the statue, as Kraft revealed in a recent interview. The event will kick off at 6 p.m. at Patriot Place Plaza, conveniently located next to the team's Hall of Fame.
Fans eager to witness the unveiling can tune in live on WBZ-TV or stream it on the Patriots' official website before the pre-season game against the Washington Commanders. For those attending in person, parking lots will open at 3:30 p.m., with stadium gates accessible from 5 p.m., allowing ticket holders to enjoy both the ceremony and the game.
Inside Gillette Stadium, fans will have "optimal viewing" of the ceremony on the video boards, ensuring that everyone can partake in this momentous occasion.
Originally slated for last year, the unveiling was postponed due to Brady's commitments with FOX for NFL broadcasting, which kept him away from Foxboro. Consequently, the statue remained in storage until now, with plans for a ceremony pushed to 2025.
In June 2024, the Patriots retired Brady's iconic number 12 jersey. After an illustrious career that included six Super Bowl victories with the Patriots and one with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Brady announced his retirement following the 2022 season.
Drafted by the Patriots in 2000 during the sixth round, Brady took over as starting quarterback from Drew Bledsoe in 2001. His career accolades include three NFL MVP awards and five Super Bowl MVPs. Recently celebrating his 48th birthday on August 3, Brady's legacy continues to resonate with fans and players alike.
