Former NBA star Jeremy Lin announced Wednesday that he has been married for about two years.
In a social media post wishing her followers and fans a happy Lunar New Year, Lin shared the news, adding that the intimate wedding was the «highlight» of her life. After keeping information about his marriage to an unnamed partner private for many years, the former NBA player explained his decision to go public with his marital status, writing that «it’s also been hard for people not to know about such a change.» important».
Finally sharing this beautiful day from over a couple of years ago. I am grateful to have found someone who loves me for who I am, who embraces my unique life and to live life with,» Lin wrote in a Facebook post.
Lin, who rose to fame playing for the New York Knicks in 2012, wrote her post in English and Chinese and included a wedding photo.
Lin did not respond to NBC News’ request for comment.
As the first American-born player of Taiwanese descent in the NBA, Lin led the New York Knicks to win seven straight games at point guard. Lin spent the 2020 season in China playing for the Beijing Ducks, averaging 22.3 points per game and leading the team to the semifinals.
Lin recently signed a deal with the Guangzhou Loong Lions for the 2022-23 Chinese Basketball Association season, but announced on Dec. 29 on Weibo that he is leaving the Chinese Basketball Association club.
As a basketball player who has been outspoken about representation, Lin told NBC Asian America last year about the difficulties he faced in the NBA, saying the league presents «such an uphill battle.»
“What I would really love to see passed down to the next generation is this belief of trust, and having deep confidence and security in who you are, and not being ashamed of it,” Lin said. «That’s not something that will come naturally, because society is not going to instill it.»