The new Netflix series, “Starting 5,” debuted on Wednesday, offering an intimate look into LeBron James and his family’s life. The series features reflections from both the NBA icon and his wife, Savannah, about the harrowing experience when their son Bronny suffered a cardiac arrest while playing basketball at USC.
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Throughout the show, the James family visits the USC locker room to express their gratitude to the first responder who played a crucial role in saving Bronny’s life.
This lifesaver has been identified as Erin, a medical staff member who administered CPR to Bronny during a summer game in 2023.
Bron shares that Bronny is ‘smiling and thriving’ thanks to USC medical staff 👏
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LeBron introduced Erin to his mother, Gloria, calling her a “life saver.”
“I want to give thanks to the Man above for one, to the entire coaching staff, training staff, and those involved in that program… They are the reason Bronny is alive today,” James shared about the USC team. “…And he is smiling, thriving, and doing what any 19-year-old should be doing, which is pursuing their dreams.”
Savannah was visibly emotional as she recalled the frightening moment of her son’s health crisis, expressing her profound gratitude for his current state of health.
Interestingly, both Savannah’s husband, now entering his 22nd season in the NBA, and their son, who is a rookie, are teammates, as Bronny was picked as the No. 55 selection by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024 Draft.
This marks the historic moment where the James duo becomes the first father and son to compete on the same court in the NBA, having taken the floor together during a preseason matchup against the Phoenix Suns on October 6, coinciding with Bronny’s 20th birthday.
