For nearly two decades, Carmelo Anthony was a titan on the basketball court, commanding attention with a scoring prowess that led him to the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team. Yet, for many observers, the drama unfolding on his sidelines often rivaled the action on the hardwood.

As the dust settles on his illustrious playing career, questions persist regarding his relationship status with media mogul La La Anthony. For Kenyan fans who followed his tenure with the Knicks or watched La La dominate screens as Lakeisha Grant in the hit series Power, the answer marks the end of an era: the couple is no longer married.

The Anatomy of a Split

Carmelo and La La Anthony, whose union was once viewed as one of the sports world's most enduring partnerships, finalized their divorce in 2021. This legal conclusion officially dissolved a marriage that began with a lavish ceremony on July 10, 2010.

The relationship, however, faced significant headwinds long before the papers were signed. Sources close to the couple have noted that the pressures of global fame and Carmelo’s high-stakes trade to the New York Knicks in 2011 introduced a fracture in their foundation. The glare of the New York media market turned their private struggles into public discourse, creating a strain that eventually became insurmountable.

Since the finalization of the divorce, the former NBA All-Star has retreated into a more guarded private life. Unlike the highly publicized nature of his marriage, Carmelo has kept his current dating life strictly out of the tabloids, with no confirmed public relationships reported since the split.

La La’s Rise Beyond the Court

While Carmelo’s legacy is cemented in basketball history, La La (born Alani Nicole Vázquez) has carved out a formidable empire of her own, resonating deeply with entertainment audiences in East Africa and beyond. Her trajectory offers a masterclass in media evolution:

• MTV Origins: She first captured global attention as a VJ on MTV’s Total Request Live, becoming a voice for a generation of music fans.
• Reality TV Dominance: She transitioned to VH1, hosting high-rated reunion specials and appearing as a dean on Charm School.
• Hollywood Success: La La secured her status as a serious actress with roles in films like Think Like a Man and You Got Served.
• The ‘Power’ Phenomenon: Her portrayal of Lakeisha Grant on the Starz series Power earned her critical acclaim and a massive following in Nairobi, where the show remains a cultural staple.

The duo first met in 2003 through a mutual friend, leading to an engagement on Christmas Day in 2004. Their journey from a young couple in love to co-parents navigating a high-profile divorce reflects the complex reality of maintaining intimacy under the microscope of celebrity.

Today, both remain focused on their individual paths and co-parenting their son, Kiyan. As Carmelo steps away from the professional court, his silence on his personal life suggests a new chapter defined by discretion rather than display.