Mr. Only Kobe. President Donald Trump’s youngest daughter, Tiffany, spoke at a “Trump Pride” rally in Tampa, Florida, over the weekend and shared her views on … Alvin and first wife ended in divorce just five years later. A precocious 18-year-old Kobe Bryant was just getting his career started when he burst into the spotlight with a series of high-flying dunks to win him the 1997 Slam Dunk Contest in front of the stars of the NBA. Rapist. [7], She was born Gayle Marie LaJaunie, the daughter of Francis J. LaJaunie (January 5, 1924 – July 18, 2010), and Marie Folse LaJaunie (1924-May 30, 2010). Mr. James Allen Gentry was born May 31, 1934 in Okolona, Arkansas to parents; Ruby and Alberta Gentry. “My father has always supported all of you,” she said to applause from the audience. We are working with them to enable your sports experiences again as quickly as possible. As of 2020, Alvin Gentry has an estimated net worth of $5 million. She graduated from Martin Behrman High School in 1966. It was one of many trophies Bryant would collect in his career. That was a point Tiffany Trump reiterated: “My dad doesn’t look at someone … based on who you love. The 19th: Trump has gutted LGBTQ+ rights. Gayle Marie LaJaunie Bird Benson (born January 26, 1947) is an American billionaire, businesswoman and sports franchise owner.. Required fields are marked *. [30][31][32], In July 2017, it was announced that Tom and Gayle Benson had finalized an agreement to buy a majority share of Dixie Brewing Co.[33] The company's brewery plant had been damaged and closed after Hurricane Katrina. Thanks for the memories. The event, which was held Saturday and co-hosted by Richard Grennell — the current Republican National Committee advisor — was one of Tiffany Trump’s first solo outings for her father’s 2020 re-election campaign. [52][53], In 2015 the Benson family gave $20 million for cancer care and research. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed Sunday morning that five people were killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas. Not a lot went right for the 2004 Lakers, but they were able to get to the NBA Finals with four future Hall of Famers in their roster. [3], Gayle's third marriage was to Tom Benson, who she was married to until his death in 2018. Following the death of her husband, Tom Benson, she became principal owner of the New Orleans Saints of the National … He sacrificed a playoff series to make a point, a point he denied on TNT, but the controversy still remains. Following the death of her husband, Tom Benson, she became principal owner of the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League (NFL) and the New Orleans Pelicans of the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 2018. The Lakers would go on to record a 16-1 playoff record that year, which has yet to be equaled. Michael Jordan is the greatest player of all time, but it wasn’t because of his three-point shooting. Forever on the quest to top Michael Jordan, Bryant surpassed MJ’s double nickel with a 61-point outburst in New York. If we embrace all the positive aspects of Bryant’s playing career, we should also recognize the negative ones. Not only did he erase a 10-point deficit with 2:16 left in the game, but he hit the game-deciding jumper with 31 seconds left and iced the game from the free throw line. Her man was previously married to Pat Sue DeLuca. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden over Trump. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. Even in high school this is a crazy achievement, and Bryant did it against grown men in the best league in the world. Jordan was well past his prime but was still showing some spunk at his advanced age. Spain was looking to play spoiler to the USA’s re-coronation with the Redeem Team in 2008, but the best player on the planet showed up when his nation needed him the most. In Game 4 of the 2000 NBA Finals, Shaquille O’Neal fouled out of the game in overtime. He quieted a lot of that with this Game 1 gem against the Magic.