Supermodel Gisele Bundchen made a moving tribute with a message on social media days after her mother’s death.

Vanya Nonnenmacher passed away on Sunday, January 28 at the age of 75 after a brave battle with cancer.

“Dear Mom, it hurts to know that I won’t be able to hug you anymore, but I know that you will always watch over us. You were an angel on earth, always helping everyone around you. I am so grateful to be your daughter and to have learned from you” Giselle captioned the post.

Gisele

“Thank you for being the best example of love, strength, compassion, courage and grace. I will forever cherish the beautiful memories we shared and live by the values ​​you taught me. You will live forever through the many lives you touched. Thank you for giving me five best friends for life. I will see you in my dreams. I love you” pcaptioned the model and accompanied her with a series of favorite photos.

Gisele with her mother

As reported by Entertainment Tonight, Nonnenmacher had six daughters together with her husband Valdir Bundchen.

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