Tom Brady Sparks Backlash After Revealing His Dog Is a Clone of His Late Pet

Tom Brady’s latest reveal has little to do with football — and everything to do with genetics. His new dog is making headlines for an unexpected reason.

Tom Brady is facing criticism after confirming that his current dog, Junie, is a genetic clone of his late pit bull mix, Lua. The retired NFL quarterback made the revelation this week, sparking debate among fans and animal lovers.

Brady shared that Lua, who died in 2023, had been part of the family for years. He and ex-wife Gisele Bündchen rescued the dog together, and she played a major role in their children’s early lives.

In a statement, Brady explained that before Lua passed, he worked with biotech firm Colossal to preserve her DNA through a non-invasive blood draw. Junie, he revealed, is the result of that process.

"I love my animals. They mean the world to me and my family," Brady said. "Colossal gave my family a second chance with a clone of our beloved dog." Brady, who is also an investor in the company, added that he supports the technology not only for pet cloning but also for potential conservation efforts involving endangered species.

The news, however, drew a mixed response. Many fans questioned the ethics of cloning pets, noting the emotional and moral complexities involved.

One Reddit user said they loved their cat deeply but would never consider cloning it, explaining that a clone would have its own personality, which could lead to heartbreak, and added that the idea felt strange.

The debate continues as Brady’s revelation brings an emerging area of biotechnology into the public spotlight—along with tough questions about how far people should go to hold on to the animals they love.