Tom Brady Joins Birmingham Owner in ‘Shaming’ Rob McElhenny & Wrexham for Major Disrespect

Tom Brady’s signature almost ended up in the trash—at least that’s what was joked about after he joined Birmingham City. They thought it was a gimmick, a protein shake cameo in football boots. But when Brady’s Birmingham faced off with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Wrexham in what’s now dubbed the Hollywood Derby, things got real. Birmingham won 3-1, but the show started long before kickoff. Wrexham fans greeted Brady with chants loud enough to rattle his sunglasses; he responded with a grin and a thumbs up, playing into the banter. This morphed into League One’s most entertaining rivalry, where the goals matter, but the drama steals the show.

Rob McElhenney, the screenwriter-turned-Wrexham owner, doubled down with comedic precision. In a reel posted by ClassicFootballShirtsNYC, he held up a jersey signed by Tom Brady, bearing McElhenney’s name and Brady’s iconic number 12. “And I couldn’t find a trash can big enough to throw it into,” Rob smirked. “So what I’d like to do is donate it back to you to do whatever you want with it. You can put it in the hole in here.” The sarcasm didn’t stop there. “Sure. You could burn it. You could hang it up. You could do whatever you want. You could take crap, wipe yourself with it, and go camping, stuff like that. What a treat.”

But Birmingham wasn’t going to let the bit die quietly. Within hours, Hall of Famer Tom Brady, club chairman Tom Wagner, and Birmingham City dropped a reel that set Instagram ablaze—84.6K views in 30 minutes. The caption? “God forbid we make a friendly gesture to @wrexham_afc. It’s the least we could do.” In the video, Wagner strolled through Classic Football Shirts muttering, “Not the one I am looking for.” Then his eyes locked on the jersey: “Mcelhenney 12”—the same signed shirt Rob wanted to wipe his hands with.

Wagner wasn’t having it. “Rob didn’t appreciate this incredible gift from Tom. Shame on you, Rob.” He made it clear: “Not only will I buy back Tom’s gift to Rob, but I’d love for the money from this check to go to the Wrexham AFC Foundation, who share in the mission to improve the lives of people, especially young people, through sport.” A mic-drop moment disguised as charity. Wrexham took the roast. Birmingham got the win. Again.

Then came the G.O.A.T. himself. Brady shared Wagner’s video and upped the stakes with a caption that landed like a stiff-arm to the ribs: “shame on you @robmcelhenny.” He didn’t just call out Rob. He lumped in the whole Wrexham crew. Friendly rivalry? Maybe. But when the Hall of Famer shames your club on Instagram, you’re officially on defense.

When Brady isn’t dissing in public, he can be spotted at other social events.

Tom Brady drags a Delta Airlines jet

Brady was recently spotted at the 16th Annual Jet Drag, hosted by Delta Air Lines at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The event saw teams of Delta employees and supporters pulling a Boeing 757—yes, physically dragging a jet—for a cause bigger than themselves. It wasn’t just about strength. It was about unity, remembrance, and the ongoing fight against cancer. Delta confirmed that this year’s effort raised at least $1.4 million for cancer research and support.

The big appearance of the day? None other than seven-time Super Bowl champion and NFL Hall of Famer Tom Brady. He flew in just for this. “I’m still a little winded, sadly,” Brady joked, catching his breath after the effort. But he wasn’t just there to smile and wave. “For me, in this second chapter beyond football is, how can we impact people’s lives in a positive way, and this is one great way to do it.” His presence added both star power and sincerity to an event grounded in hope.

“It’s a moment to celebrate the survivors and thrivers,” said Kimberly Jackson, the ACS’s Southeast executive vice president. But she didn’t sugarcoat the reality. “It’s also a reminder that cancer does not discriminate, and we still have to continue this fight.” Her words hit home. It wasn’t just a feel-good gathering—it was a rally cry to keep going, to keep pulling, literally and figuratively.

And pull they did. Delta employees from across the country showed up with fire in their hearts. Carolyn Cofield flew in from Southern California, ready to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with her Delta family. This wasn’t just a company event—it was a testament to the people who fight every day, whether on a plane, in a hospital, or alongside loved ones. And with Brady in the mix, the fight got a little louder, a little stronger, and a lot more inspired.