LeBron James' wife Savannah is a constant fixture in her husband's life.
As a matter of fact, she's been by his side since their teenage years, but she's more
than just the wife of a future Hall of Famer.
Here's the untold truth of LeBron James' wife.
As a child, James learned the importance of giving back to those in need from her parents,
JK and Jennifer Brinson, who took in youngsters who were dealing with unfortunate circumstances.
In an interview with Cleveland Magazine, James revealed that her parents "always opened up
their doors" for those in need.
As an adult, she lends a helping hand to her husband's charity, the LeBron James Family
Foundation.
Since giving back is so important to her, it makes sense that she's married to someone
who's equally altruistic and committed to philanthropy.
James makes it her mission to provide some fashionable assistance to students at her
alma mater, Buchtel High School in Akron, Ohio, through her "I PROMise" Makeover campaign.
Launched in 2012 with the LeBron James Family Foundation, the campaign finds girls who are
without the funds to buy their own prom dresses and gives them free ones.
James was compelled to start the campaign based on her own high school experience.
While she was able to attend prom herself, not all of her classmates could afford the
expensive event.
So since she knew that the dance was a "pivotal moment" in young people's lives, she stepped
up to the plate to make sure everyone could experience it.
"These are girls who walk the same hallways that I've walked.
I love to do it here."
There aren't too many people who know what it's like to be married to one of the greatest
athletes in the world.
And for that reason alone, we can imagine that connecting with other people outside
of the sports world is tricky for Savannah James.
There's the possibility that anyone she confides in might betray her by running to the tabloids
behind her back.
Perhaps that is why she maintains a small circle of friends.
The few people she trusts include her mom, her sisters, and three good friends who know
her inside and out.
Though she's cordial with some celebrities, it doesn't appear that any of them are her
trusted confidantes, even though she's able to attend events where she meets people like
Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
Considering the tight circle she keeps, it's no wonder we don't hear too much about her
on gossip sites.
In 2015, Savannah and LeBron James splurged on a $21 million pad in Los Angeles' Brentwood
neighborhood.
Two years later, they purchased a second home in the same community for $23 million.
Pricey and lavish homes with astronomical price tags pair well with exquisite furnishings.
So it's a good thing for the James household that Savannah is a bit of a budding interior
designer.
When LeBron teamed up with American Signature for the "Home Court by LeBron James" furniture
collection, he looked no further than his wife to help in the design process.
For inspiration, the couple observed their sons, LeBron Jr. and Bryce Maximus, playing
in their bedrooms.
Upon the collection's completion, Savannah was more than pleased with the outcome.
She told Capitol File,
"I designed every piece for a different reason and purpose.
So I love each one."
In May 2018, Savannah James partnered up with businesswoman Velana Colón to create a new
sports drink.
K+ Organics is a kid-friendly, organic juice that was designed for child athletes who need
a healthy post-practice drink.
It's packed with all the nutritional requirements children need, minus all the sugar and excess
calories that are found in traditional sports drinks, juices, and sodas.
James is not only co-owner of the company, she's an investor in it as well.
Considering that her son LeBron Jr. is following in his dad's footsteps by playing basketball,
this business venture hits close to home.
In an interview with Forbes, she expressed frustration at the lack of healthy drink options
for athletic kids, so it's inspiring to see her doing her part to change that.
Savannah James' husband lives his life very publicly when he's both on and off the court.
But she, on the other hand, isn't as comfortable with the limelight.
Everyone's curious to know what life is like as the wife of a basketball superstar, but
she isn't so anxious to speak to the media.
There's a reason why her public appearances and interviews have been few and far between.
During a feature in Cleveland Magazine, she said,
"When you want me to be on a TV show or walk the red carpet or something, I definitely
get a little bit clammy."
She added that speaking to the press and doing photoshoots is out of her "comfort zone,"
especially since she's a "very private person."
But she's open to "stepping out" and risking a case of sweaty palms if it means she can
discuss one of her many philanthropic efforts.
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