Is there a new young couple in Hollywood? That’s the question fans are asking after Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, and Parker Whitfield, daughter of actress Salli Richardson-Whitfield and actor Dondre Whitfield, were spotted together at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
The pair were seen enjoying some high-profile basketball games, fueling rumors about their relationship status. However, we at BCKonline.com can confirm that Bronny and Parker are officially a couple—so the rumors can be put to rest!
Courtside Companions at the Olympics
Bronny and Parker have been spending quite a bit of time together recently, most notably while sitting courtside during two key basketball games at the Olympics.
On August 8, the pair was front and center at Team USA’s match against Serbia, where Bronny’s father, LeBron, put on a stellar performance. Joining them in the front row was Bronny’s younger brother, Bryce James, who was also seen enjoying the game with a young lady.
Just a few days earlier, on August 6, Bronny and Parker were also seen together at the USA vs. Brazil game.
A Glimpse at Their Backgrounds
Parker Whitfield is currently a freshman at Spelman College in Atlanta, where she’s adjusting to college life after leaving the nest in the fall of 2023.
Bronny James, on the other hand, has been making headlines for his historic move from the University of Southern California to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he’ll now play alongside his father.
The 19-year-old’s transition to the NBA has been met with both excitement and criticism, as some detractors have pointed to nepotism. However, according to his dad, Bronny is more than capable of handling the scrutiny.
Their Previous relationships
Interestingly, both Bronny and Parker went to the same High School, but were in relationships at the time.. Bronny was previously rumored to be dating his high school friend Peyton Gelfuso.
The two attended Sierra Canyon School together, and fans speculated that they were an item. However, rumors have surfaced that their relationship may have ended.
Parker Whitfield was also in a high-profile relationship with Brando Faqua, the son of Black Hollywood royalty Lela Rochon-Fuqua and Antoine Fuqua. The pair attended prom together in 2023, but since then, they haven’t been seen together, leading fans to speculate that they may have parted ways.
