LeBron James takes pride in being a family man. The LA Lakers superstar and his wife, Savannah James joined their sons, Bronny and Bryce, to get matching tattoos.
On Thursday, a video clip of them was posted on Instagram via “thehoopspill.” James, his wife, and two sons were seen getting tattoos from ink artist Ganga on their right arms.
LeBron met Savannah when they were just 16, and faced a teenage pregnancy together. That was a challenge they navigated with resolve, and he credited her unwavering support, especially when he “had absolutely nothing,” as foundational to his success.
Together, they have three children. LeBron “Bronny” James Jr. (born October 6, 2004), his eldest son, is now an NBA player and teammate with the Lakers, realizing LeBron’s long-held dream of playing alongside him. Bryce Maximus James, born June 14, 2007, who recently committed to play college basketball at the University of Arizona, and Zhuri Nova James, born 2014, the youngest, who is known for her cheerful personality and fashion flair.
While his career on the court has earned him a potential Hall of Fame first ballot slot, his role as a father is equally profound. James embraced a form of fatherhood that is rooted in love, support, and redefining legacy, which has been reflected in his relationship with his son, Bronny. He’s known for leading a “scandal-free” career, as he has attributed this to his early upbringing and being a positive role model for his family.
LeBron James’ reaction to a 2007 photo of his son, Bronny
LeBron James visited his archives and unearthed a 2007 photo of himself and a young Bronny. The picture was taken during his time at the Cleveland Cavaliers and he had a heartfelt caption for the moment.
“Damn straight he was! He don’t play about his pops @bronny”
James has always spoken openly about how much being a father means to him. He didn’t grow up with his own father present, so raising Bronny was central to his identity. He often calls Bronny his “pride and joy” and made it clear that family comes before basketball.
When Bronny suffered a cardiac arrest in July 2023, King James stood by him. He updated his fans and called his recovery “the greatest moment of my life.” He said multiple times that his dream was to play alongside Bronny in the league and he got his wish when they both took to the court on October 22, 2024, during the Lakers’ season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
