Carmelo Anthony and His Ex-wife, la la Anthony, Share a Son, Kiyan, Who Is Making a Name for Himself in Basketball

November 5, 2026

This article was last updated by Aditi Rai on November 5, 2026

Recently, Carmelo Anthony’s ex-wife, La La Anthony, expressed her excitement and support for her son, Kiyan, after he signed a NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) representation deal with WME Sports.

Key Takeaways

• La La is a well-known actress, television personality, and entrepreneur.
• The couple, Carmelo and La La, married in 2010 after dating for seven years.
• She prioritizes Kiyan’s well-being and aims to model a healthy relationship with him. 

La La Vasquez Anthony, born Alani Nicole Vázquez on June 25, 1981, in Brooklyn, New York, has made a name for herself as an actress and television personality. 

She gained fame through her powerful role in the hit series Power and has also hosted various other shows.

Beyond acting, she is also a successful entrepreneur with beauty and lifestyle branding ventures.

Watching her Instagram closely reveals her vibrant life, filled with personal moments and professional highlights.

Carmelo Anthony and His Ex-Wife La La Anthony Marked a Decade of Love And Togetherness Before Calling It Quits!

Carmelo and met in 2003. During that time, Carmelo was a young NBA player, and La La was gaining fame as a VJ on MTV’s Total Request Live. 

They began dating in 2003 and engaged a year later, on Christmas Day in 2004.

Their family grew from two to three with the arrival of their son, Kiyan Carmelo Anthony, born on March 7, 2007.

Eventually, after six years of a strong and loving partnership, the couple tied the knot in July 2010 with a lavish ceremony in New York.

Nonetheless, their marriage faced significant challenges a year later. However, the prime reason behind their failed marriage remains unknown.

In 2011, was traded from the Denver Nuggets to the New York Knicks, marking a turning point in their marriage.

This move brought increased media attention, adding new pressure to their peaceful lives.

After a long period of separation, beginning in 2017, La La filed for divorce in June 2026, citing irreconcilable differences.

La La Anthony Has Been Vocal About The Challenges Faced Post-Divorce in Co-Parenting With Carmelo

Despite the split, La La has always emphasized the importance of co-parenting and maintaining a positive environment for their only son-Kiyan.

In interviews, she has discussed how they work together to ensure that Kiyan feels supported by his parents.

During the episode with Keke Palmer’s podcast, Baby, This is Keke Palmer, La La emphasized the importance of ensuring their son, Kiyan, feels supported by both parents.

She has highlighted the complexities they face.

Kiyan, following his father’s footsteps, is seemingly exploring basketball.

Both Carmelo and La La attend his games together, trying to keep the family traditions alive despite their separation.

That being said, La La has openly shared some of the challenges of co-parenting after a high-profile marriage.

She mentioned the need for open communication with Kiyan about their family dynamics.

Furthermore, La La even spoke at a panel discussion during Fanatics Fest on keeping Carmelo’s last name, Anthony, post-divorce.

This choice seems to reflect her commitment to co-parenting alongside Carmelo.

On social media, La La frequently shares Kiyan’s accomplishments and interests.

Balancing her roles as a mother and entrepreneur, she openly embraces the challenges of modern family dynamics while making sure her son’s well-being is at the forefront.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• La La starred in her reality show, La La’s Court Life.
• Her ex-husband, Carmelo, played 19 seasons in the NBA and won a national championship with Syracuse University in 2003.
• He earned three Olympic gold medals with Team USA.
• On January 24, 2014, he scored a career-high 62 points in a game against the Charlotte Bobcats, setting a record for the New York Knicks.

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Sadikshya, a content writer with a background in business and development, is currently completing her MBA at KUSOM.

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