Who is Kenny Anderson's spouse, and how many children does he have? Bio and all the facts

Who is Kenny Anderson's spouse, and how many children does he have? Bio and all the facts

Ciku Njuguna
December 9, 2023 at 10:30 AM

Kenny Anderson is a former basketball player who played in the NBA between 1991 and 2005. During this time, Anderson established himself as one of the league's best players. Discover all the details about Kenny Anderson's spouse and their relationship timeline.

Kenny Anderson's spouse
Kenny Anderson and Natasha Anderson attend the NYC Point Gods premiere at Midnight Theatre on July 26, 2022, in New York City. Photo by Theo Wargo.
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Who is Kenny Anderson's wife? Wives and girlfriends of active and retired famous athletes gain a significant level of popularity for simply occupying that position. This article dives into the life of the former New Jersey Nets player and his current and past relationships.

Kenny Anderson's profile summary

Full name

Kenneth Anderson

Nickname

Kenny, Chibbs, Mr Chibbs

Gender

Male

Date of birth

9th October 1970

Age

53 years old as of December 2023

Zodiac sign

Libra

Place of birth

Queens, New York, United States of America

Current residence

Nashville, Tennessee, Pembroke Pines, Florida

Nationality

American

Sexuality

Straight

Height

185 centimetres (6'0")

Weight

76 kilograms (167.6 lbs)

Mother

Joan Anderson

Father

Otis William Brown

Siblings

2

Relationship status

Married

Spouse

Natasha Anderson

Children

8

Education

Archbishop Molloy High School

Georgia Institute of Technology

St. Thomas University

Profession

Retired professional basketball player, basketball coach

The last team played with

Los Angeles Clippers

Playing position

Point Guard

Years active

1991 - 2006

Net worth

$800,000

Social media pages

Twitter, Instagram, Website

How old is Kenny Anderson?

Born on the 9th of October 1970 is 53 years old as of November 2023. Based on his age, the New York State Mr. Basketball's zodiac sign is Libra.

Kenny Anderson's wife, Natasha
New Jersey Nets' Kenny Anderson looks to pass the ball while playing against Dee Brown (in white) during a game against Boston Celtics in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1993. Photo by Richard Raphael/NBAE.
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How tall is Kenny Anderson?

At his prime, Kenny Anderson's height was recorded at six feet (185 centimetres). He weighed 167.6 pounds (76 kilograms).

Who is Kenny Anderson's spouse?

The former NBA player is married to Natasha Anderson, a clinical social worker at a Miami psychiatric hospital. The couple met during the 2004 NBA playoffs.

Speaking to the Washington Post, Kenny recalled the quick progression of the young relationship. Within months of meeting Natasha, he had introduced her to his mother, Joan, who approved. Three years after their initial meeting, Kenny Anderson married his wife Natasha in July 2007.

Kenny Anderson's spouse
Natasha and Kenny Anderson attended the Mr Chibbs World Premiere after-party at The Loft In Flatiron on November 13, 2016, in New York City. Photo by Lars Niki/ BMG Brokers.
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Who does Kenny Anderson have kids with?

Other than his wife, Natasha, he has had children with his first two wives, Tami Roman and Tamyka Lockhart and two other women, Suany Castro and DJ Spinderella. Kenny Anderson and Tami Roman got married in 1994 and divorced in 2004, while his two-year marriage with Tamyka started in 2001 and ended in 2004.

How many kids does Kenny Anderson have?

Through various relationships in his prime, the point guard sired seven children. His marriage to Natasha earned him his eighth child, Tiana.

Who are Kenny Anderson's kids?

Over the course of his career, his children Kenneth, Devin, Danielle, Christy, Lyric, Jazz, and Kenny Anderson Jr. have been subjected to constant publicity. Towards the end of his NBA career, tabloids promptly labelled the point guard a deadbeat father. However, soon after leaving active play, the number 7 Clippers guard fell on hard times, declaring bankruptcy in October 2005.

Who is Kenny Anderson's wife?
Seattle Sonics' Kenny Anderson poses for a portrait during the Sonics Media Day on September 30, 2002, at Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Jeff Reinking/NBAE.
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What is Kenny Anderson's net worth?

Tabloids allege that his net worth is $800,000. Although Forbes estimated his NBA career earnings at $63,425,200, he was forced to declare bankruptcy soon after leaving active play.

Career

According to HoyaBasketball, college recruiters began approaching the NBA legend as early as sixth grade. From his high school and college days, Sports Brief dives into details of Kenny Anderson's draft to the top of the National Basketball League.

Who did Kenny Anderson play college basketball for?

His journey to NBA stardom began at the Archbishop Molloy High School, where he held a 36-point record. As a senior, he received interest from Syracuse, North Carolina, Georgetown, Duke, and Georgia Tech before finally choosing the Georgia Institute of Technology. In a report by the New York Times, he expressed his dedication to the sport, saying,

Did Kenny play in the NBA?
Kenny Anderson poses after being drafted by the New Jersey Nets during the 1991 NBA Draft on June 26, 1991, in New York City. Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE.
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''I took my high school career as a job. I had to be here every day practising. I could not miss a practice. I knew very well that if I did not get a scholarship, I was not going to college.''

He later recounted the reason for his choice of school,

"That was my dream school (Georgia Tech). I felt that I could fit into that trapping defence, aggressive play, getting the easy basket, great transition, and having a great coach and motivator in John Thompson."

From 1989, the NCAA Division 1 athlete played for Georgia Tech in 65 matches, gaining 1,497 collegiate career points and a .473 field goal percentage until his NBA draft in 1991. Here is a summary of Kenny Anderson's best college stats.

Did Kenny Anderson play in the NBA?
New Jersey Nets' Kenny Anderson (In white) dribbles against Cleveland Cavaliers' players circa 1993 at the Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE.
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Conference

Year

Stat

Points

ACC

1990/91

776

Points per game

ACC

1990/91

25.9

Assists

ACC

1989/90

285

Assists per game

ACC

1989/90

8.1

Steals

ACC

1989/90

1990/91

79

89

Steals per game

ACC

1990/91

3.0

Field goals

ACC

ACC

1989/90

1990/91

283

278

Field goal attempts

ACC

NCAA

1989/90

1990/91

549

636

Minutes played

NCAA

ACC

1989/90

1989/90

1321

Minutes played per game

ACC

1990/91

Career

38.9

38.3

When was Kenny Anderson drafted in the NBA?

In 1991, young Kenny Anderson was the second pick for the New Jersey Nets and the second overall pick of the draft. For 15 years, he became one of the longest-playing NBA players with 14 seasons in the league.

 Did Kenny Anderson play in the NBA?
Kenny Anderson of the Indiana Pacers advances upcourt during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 25, 2003, at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Andy Lyons.
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Which NBA teams did Kenny Anderson play for?

Outside the NBA, Anderson played for Lithuania's Žalgiris Kaunas and the United States men's national basketball team. Here is a summary of Kenny Anderson's NBA teams and stats.

Team

Years played

Games played

Points

Brooklyn Nets

1991 - 1996

304

15.3

Boston Celtics

1997 - 2002

241

11.3

Charlotte Hornets

1996

38

15.2

Portland Trail Blazers

1997 - 1998

127

15.8

Seattle SuperSonics

2003

38

6.1

New Orleans Pelicans

2003

23

6.0

Indiana Pacers

2004

44

6.0

Atlanta Hawks

2005

39

5.0

Los Angeles Clippers

2005

4

2.0

Where does Kenny Anderson coach?

In 2018, Anderson took over coaching duties from Larry Glover, Fisk University's outgoing athletics director. Although this was not his first coaching duty, Kenny, who had trained travel youth basketball for seven years, was especially proud to train at the historically black university.

How long did Kenny Anderson play in the NBA?
Kenny Anderson poses during the promotion of 'Mr Chibbs' at Build Studio on May 4, 2017, in New York City. Photo by Donna Ward.
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Awards

  • Gatorade High School Basketball Player of the Year
  • High School Parade All-American
  • 1989/90 ACC Rookie of the Year
  • 1989/90 USBWA Freshman of the Year
  • 1990 NCAA Tournament All-Region
  • 1990/91 AP Preseason All-American
  • 1990-91 NCAA AP All-America
  • 1994 NBA All-Star
  • January 1994 Player of the Week

Final word

Growing up, the media regularly referred to Mr Chibbs as a child prodigy. The support of Kenny Anderson's spouse, Natasha, has allowed him to impact up-and-coming basketball players as a coach. With twenty years alongside each other, the couple has seemingly overcome much, including bankruptcy and health crises.

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Ciku Njuguna
Ciku Njuguna is a journalist with 3 year’s experience in content creation based in Kenya. She currently covers sports personnel as well as team biographies.