LeBron James' wife is Savannah James, who was born Savannah Brinson. The two met as high school students in Akron, Ohio, in the early 2000s, married in 2013, and now have three children: Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri.
Savannah has also built a public life of her own through business ventures, a podcast, and mentoring programs for young women in her hometown.
This guide covers how the couple met, when they married, how their family grew, and what Savannah does for work and for her community today.
It also answers common questions about her background, family, and projects.
Who Is LeBron James' Wife, Savannah James?
Savannah James was born Savannah Brinson on August 27, 1986, in Akron, Ohio. She attended Buchtel High School, where she was on the cheerleading squad.
For years, she stayed mostly out of view. That began to shift when Cleveland Magazine named her one of its Most Interesting People of 2018, and she gave a rare interview about her family and her work in Akron. Since then, she has stepped further forward, building a public identity that rests on her own work rather than on her marriage.
How Did LeBron James Meet Savannah?
The story of how LeBron James met his wife starts in Akron. Savannah was a 16-year-old sophomore at Buchtel High School. LeBron was a junior at rival St. Vincent–St. Mary High School, according to People.
LeBron was born in December 1984, a little under two years before Savannah, which put the two just one grade apart. Their age gap has not changed since, even as LeBron's age has passed 40.
A mutual friend told Savannah that LeBron had asked for her phone number. She said no, and told the friend she would take his number instead. She later said she knew little about him as a basketball star at the time.
LeBron invited her to one of his games, and the two joined friends at Applebee's afterward. A one-on-one date followed soon after. During Savannah's senior year, which was LeBron's rookie season in the NBA, the couple learned they were expecting their first child.
When Did LeBron James and Savannah Get Engaged and Married?
LeBron proposed at a New Year's Eve party at the Shelborne hotel in South Beach, Miami, just after midnight as 2011 turned into 2012, according to IBTimes. Some outlets give the engagement year as 2011 and others as 2012, which is why both appear online. Reports describe a pear-shaped diamond, but ring details come from media coverage, not the couple.
They married on September 14, 2013, at the Grand Del Mar resort in San Diego. The weekend-long celebration began with a welcome barbecue and ended with a farewell brunch. Media reports named guests including Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, and Beyoncé and Jay-Z. The couple did not publish a guest list, so treat those names as reported.
| Year | Milestone |
| Early 2000s | Relationship begins |
| 2011–12 | Engagement (New Year's Eve) |
| 2013 | Wedding |
How Many Children Do LeBron and Savannah Have?
LeBron James' children have grown up in the public eye, though the couple keeps most details of their lives private.
- LeBron "Bronny" James Jr. (born 2004): The oldest child. On October 22, 2024, he and LeBron became teammates in an NBA game for the Lakers. Savannah described watching them play together as surreal.
- Bryce Maximus James (born 2007): The middle child, who has also shown an interest in basketball.
- Zhuri Nova James (born 2014): The youngest and the couple's only daughter. Savannah has said her skincare brand began with Zhuri.
What Does Savannah James Do for a Living?
So, what does Savannah James do for a living? She works as an entrepreneur and media host. Some of her ventures are over, and others are ongoing.
Past ventures. Her first business, The Juice Spot, opened in Miami's Brickell neighborhood in December 2013. It closed in 2016 because she was no longer in town enough to manage it. She also worked on Home Court by LeBron James, a youth bedroom furniture line with American Signature that debuted in November 2010. It is unclear whether it is still sold.
Current projects. Since April 2024, she has co-hosted the podcast Everybody's Crazy with her friend April McDaniel. She told People the show let her share a more personal side after years in the background of her husband's career. In 2025 she launched Reframe Beauty, a skincare line created with beauty entrepreneur Nick Axelrod-Welk. She has said her team worked with Howard University's Department of Dermatology on a year-long clinical study of the products.
Her notable ventures:
- The Juice Spot (Miami, opened 2013, closed 2016)
- Home Court by LeBron James (youth furniture line, launched 2010)
- Everybody's Crazy (podcast, launched April 2024)
- Reframe Beauty (skincare, launched May 2025)
Savannah James' Philanthropy and Community Work
Savannah James' philanthropy centers on young people in Akron. In 2013 she hosted the first I PROM-ise Makeover, a yearly event where girls recommended by school guidance counselors choose free prom dresses and accessories.
She also launched Women of Our Future, a mentorship program for young women in Akron, as described by the LeBron James Family Foundation. She volunteers with the Foundation, which is a separate organization, and it describes both programs as her own initiatives.
Conclusion
Savannah James is LeBron James' longtime partner and wife, and their story began in Akron when they were teenagers. Their marriage has lasted more than a decade, and it has grown from a high school romance into a family of five. Savannah has also moved from the background of her husband's career to leading projects of her own. Throughout, she has kept her hometown at the center of her giving. That mix of family, work, and service is what sets her apart from the usual idea of a celebrity spouse. Her story shows that sharing a famous name and building your own can go together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savannah James' maiden name?
It is Brinson. Older interviews and profiles often list her as "Savannah Brinson" or "Savannah Brinson James." She is also the youngest of five children.
What high school did Savannah James attend?
She attended Buchtel High School in Akron. Years later, she started Women of Our Future there, and the Foundation calls it her alma mater.
What was LeBron and Savannah James' first date?
It was dinner at Outback Steakhouse, a few weeks after the group outing. The story traces back to Savannah's Cleveland Magazine interview, which People and other outlets have since retold.
What is Savannah James' podcast called?
It is Everybody's Crazy. The first season ran six episodes and ended in June 2024, after which Savannah polled her followers about a second season. It has since run at least four seasons.
What is Women of Our Future?
It is a mentoring program that gives girls one-on-one support from screened volunteer mentors. It launched in 2017. Cleveland Magazine reported about 50 participants in its 2018 profile, while the Foundation said its first group had 16 young women. Both figures are dated.
