The Roast of Tom Brady (2024)

The ending of The Roast of Tom Brady (2024) concludes with Tom Brady himself delivering a series of comebacks and responses to the jokes made throughout the roast, showing a mix of humor and seriousness. The event closes with a tone of mutual respect despite the harsh and raunchy humor, with Brady acknowledging the roast experience but indicating he would not do it again due to its impact on his family.

Expanded narrative of the ending scene by scene:

The final segment of the roast begins with Tom Brady taking the stage after a long night of jokes from various comedians, former teammates, and celebrities. Brady, who has been mostly quiet and occasionally uncomfortable during some of the more cringeworthy or personal jokes--especially those from Rob Gronkowski's piece--now has the floor to respond. His demeanor is a blend of good-natured humor and a subtle seriousness, reflecting on the roast's intensity.

Brady opens with a few witty comebacks aimed at the comedians who roasted him, including Jeffrey Ross, who had earlier made a controversial joke about Patriots owner Robert Kraft's legal troubles. Brady's tone is firm but not hostile; he leans in toward Ross and quietly warns him, "Don't say that s-- again," which momentarily shifts the mood, showing Brady's protective side regarding his close associates.

As Brady continues, he jokes about his own controversies, including Deflategate, admitting in a self-deprecating way that he might as well have taken the NFL's $20 million settlement and confessed outright. This moment lightens the mood and shows Brady's willingness to poke fun at himself.

The roast then moves to a more reflective tone as Brady acknowledges the difficult jokes about his personal life, including references to his divorce from Gisele Bündchen and his past relationships. He also touches on the sensitive topics brought up during the roast, such as Aaron Hernandez's tragic story, without dwelling on them, maintaining the roast's balance between humor and respect.

The crowd responds warmly to Brady's closing remarks, appreciating his ability to take the heat and respond with grace. The host, Kevin Hart, joins Brady on stage for a final exchange, highlighting the camaraderie and mutual respect that underpins the roast despite its brutal humor.

The event ends with Brady thanking the audience and the comedians, signaling the conclusion of the roast. He expresses that while he enjoyed the experience, the impact on his children and family life means he would not participate in such an event again.

Regarding the fate of the main participants at the end:

• Tom Brady leaves the stage with a mix of humor and seriousness, having defended his personal boundaries but also embraced the roast's spirit. He remains a respected figure, though he signals a boundary about future roasts.
• Jeffrey Ross acknowledges Brady's warning and backs off the controversial joke, maintaining his role as the roast's primary provocateur but with a new respect for Brady's limits.
• Kevin Hart, as host, closes the event on a high note, reinforcing the celebratory and comedic nature of the roast.
• Other roasters and participants, including Rob Gronkowski and former teammates, exit the stage having contributed their pieces, with the event ending on a note of shared humor and respect.

The roast concludes as a live event that balances sharp comedy with moments of genuine respect and personal boundaries, leaving the audience with a memorable, if sometimes uncomfortable, celebration of Tom Brady's career and persona.