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NBA Legend Jason Collins Dies After Brain Cancer Battle
13 May
Summary
- Jason Collins passed away after an eight-month fight with an aggressive brain tumor.
- He was a pioneering athlete who publicly came out as gay in 2013.
- His legacy includes promoting inclusivity in sports and professional basketball.
Former NBA player Jason Collins has passed away at the age of 45 after a courageous eight-month fight with an aggressive brain tumor. His family announced his death on Tuesday, noting his diagnosis with Stage 4 glioblastoma. Collins had a distinguished 13-year career in the NBA, playing for six different teams.
In 2013, near the end of his playing career, Collins bravely revealed he was gay in a groundbreaking announcement. This made him the first openly gay athlete in the league's history, a move widely praised for its impact on inclusivity.
Commissioner Adam Silver noted Collins' extensive influence beyond basketball, emphasizing his role in making sports more welcoming. Collins received the inaugural Bill Walton Global Champion Award posthumously last week. He is remembered not only for breaking barriers but for his kindness and humanity.
