Tom Brady fans who paid thousands for autographs at a weekend event were left disappointed when they received what they described as illegible scribbles on their items. Sources close to the situation claim that Brady himself was unaware of the specific terms of the event and was just as blindsided by the situation as the attendees. Organizers had promised that attendees could bring their own items to be signed by Brady, but the signatures fans received were far from the typical recognizable autograph of the seven-time Super Bowl champion.
Approximately 100 fans paid $3,600 each to attend the event in Miami, where they were given front row seats to an address by Brady and the opportunity to meet him. Many fans brought sentimental pieces of memorabilia, such as a ticket from the 2000 NFL Draft and the ball Brady threw to Rob Gronkowski in their first Super Bowl. However, the signatures fans received left many questioning whether they could later authenticate them or if the value of their collectibles would be diminished as a result. Some attendees attempted to wash off the signatures, fearing they may devalue their items.
Fans who attended the event expressed their disappointment on social media, with some accusing Brady of lacking effort in his autographs despite preaching about hard work and doing one’s best during his speech. Attendees were upset by the absence of authenticators at the event, which they claim they were led to believe would be present to verify Brady’s signatures. While some fans blamed Brady for the situation, sources close to the event stated that the football star was misled by the organizer, Fernando Anzures, who was unclear about the terms of the event to both Brady and the attendees.
The event was marketed as a chance for VIPs to receive Brady’s autograph on their items, but the situation quickly devolved into chaos when fans received subpar signatures that they were not satisfied with. Fans felt that Brady should have taken more responsibility for the incident, despite the confusion caused by the event organizer and a dealer who encouraged collectors to bring their own items. The event ticket price included a meet-and-greet with Brady, autographs, dinner, drinks, a cruise, and a private museum tour, making the situation even more disappointing for those who attended.
Ultimately, fans were left feeling let down by the event and the signatures they received from Brady, with some questioning the value of their items and the authenticity of the signatures. While Brady’s representatives declined to comment on the situation, Anzures did not respond to requests for comment. Fans still hold Brady accountable for what they perceive as a lack of effort and care in his autographs, despite the chaotic circumstances surrounding the event. Attendees were left wondering if they would be able to authenticate the signatures they received and if the value of their items would be impacted by the subpar autographs they obtained.
