logo
Getty Images
Getty Images

NBA Star Ray Allen's Family Members Pay Touching Tributes to Him on His 45th Birthday

Gracious Egedegbe
Jul 21, 2020
11:10 A.M.

Ray Allen will probably go down as one of NBA's most exceptional talents. The man who became known as "Jesus Shuttlesworth" was a prime shooter who thrilled fans over a 20-year career.

Advertisement

Though Ray Allen retired about six years ago, his legacy is still very much alive. Celebrating him on his big day, his family members took to social media to appreciate his input in their lives.

Ray Allen of the Miami Heat and his wife Shannon during his Charity Golf Tournament on January 27, 2014. | Photo: Getty Images

Ray Allen of the Miami Heat and his wife Shannon during his Charity Golf Tournament on January 27, 2014. | Photo: Getty Images

Tierra Allen, the basketball legend's daughter, shared a post on Instagram that captured various versions of him. The collage showed Allen when happy, serious, and even giving her some advice.

She went on to express her admiration for her father and his way of living. Tierra also thanked Allen for always making her soul happy. Next on the list of family members was Allen's son, Walter "Ray Allen" III. Captioning his Instagram tribute, he said:

"Happy birthday to the wisest man I know, my coach, my inspiration, and everything. Without him I would be nothing, I love you dad. ❤"

Advertisement

Walter's picture was a throwback. It showed a much younger version of himself at what seemed like a basketball game, with Allen holding him close.

Advertisement

The younger Allen appears to want to follow his father's footsteps in the NBA. His Instagram profile has several pictures of him in training.

Perhaps no tribute was as touching as that of Allen's wife, Shanon Walker Williams.

Advertisement

In fact, Allen has been teaching his sons some valuable basketball lessons lately. Earlier this year, a video surfaced online featuring the retired star teaching his sons — including Walker — how to make free throws.

Allen explained that they had to make 70 percent of their free throws. If they didn't, they'd have to take a lap around the court. The basketball player explained that the teaching was necessary. Besides building fitness, it would teach them to be prepared when their games are on the line.

Advertisement

But perhaps no tribute was as touching as that of Allen's wife, Shanon Walker Williams.

In an Instagram post, Williams detailed an experience with her husband where he claimed that all his dreams had come true. She went on to commend him for his sacrifices and dedication to the sport.

Williams also pointed out Allen's dedication to her and the family. She rounded up her tribute by wishing her husband a long, healthy life filled with love.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Related posts

Simone Biles' Grandparents Became Her Parents after Mom Starved Her — Now Proud Dad Walks Her Down the Aisle

July 30, 2024

Billy Joel's Daughter Alexa, 38, Stuns in Figure-Defining Bustier & Pants during a Performance, Sparking Discussion

June 24, 2024

Donnie Wahlberg’s Home Surrounded by Nature Where He Takes Care of His 21-Year-Old Stepson with Autism

May 28, 2024

'Just Amazing': Magic Johnson's Son EJ, 32, Stuns in High Heels & Skimpy Shorts Exposing His Long Legs

June 20, 2024

Jon Bon Jovi's Ex-Marine Mother, Carol, Passes Away 3 Days Shy of Her Birthday — Grieving Singer Speaks Out

July 10, 2024

This Woman Was a Marine & Playboy Bunny before Giving Birth to Music Legend – Star Lost Mom Days before Her B-Day

July 12, 2024

Blake Shelton's Stepsons Copy His Style to Look Like Him – Inside His Parenthood

June 19, 2024

Late ‘Friends’ Actor Matthew Perry Still ‘Visits’ This Co-star 7 Months after His Death

May 22, 2024

Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos' Gorgeous Son Turns 27, Looks like 'Daddy's Twin,' Leaving Fans Amazed

June 03, 2024

Gwen Stefani's Handsome Son Kingston Looks Like His Dad's 'Twin' but with Mom's Dark Eyes as He Turns 18

May 28, 2024

Colin Farrell Is the Father of Two Sons, One of Whom Has 'Special Needs' — A Look at Him as a Dad

August 08, 2024

Gwen Stefani Shares Rare Photos of Her and Gavin Rossdale's Grown Son — Fans Discuss Which Parent He Resembles More

May 27, 2024

Megan Fox’s Sons ‘Look like Girls,’ JLo’s Child Called ‘Not Very Feminine,’ & 3 More Hot Celebrity Kids News This Week

May 17, 2024

Megan Fox's Lookalike Son, Noah, Captured Rocking a Dress in New Pic, Stirring up Heated Talks

June 18, 2024