SHAWN Kemp had a successful career in the NBA.
In addition to his athletic accomplishments, fans are interested in Shawn’s personal life and want to know about his ex-wife Marvena.
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Who is Shawn Kemp’s ex-wife Marvena?
Marvena L. Thomas and Shawn married in 2001 in Harris County, Texas.
It is unclear when the pair split. However, Shawn is reportedly now married to Nikki Giavasis, an author, fitness competitor, and former NFL cheerleader.
Despite her ex-husband’s fame, Marvena seems to have lived a very private life. There are few public details available about the sports star’s former wife.
However, there is known information about Marvena’s work and community experience.
As reported by Sportskeeda, Marvena co-directed the Northwest College Summer League for basketball.
According to the outlet, her strong interest in the sport inspired her to arrange a number of pro-am basketball tournaments, which largely took place in Seattle, Washington.
What is the Marvin Thomas Foundation?
Sportkeeda also reported that Marvena is the Founder & Director of the Marvin Thomas Foundation, which was named after her father.
The ‘About Us’ section of the organization’s website states: “From humble beginnings as a child in rural Mississippi, Marvin Thomas set an example of living generously and setting a foundation of hard work, athletics, and joyful giving that stays with us today even over 20 years after his passing.
“The Marvin Thomas Foundation is committed to impacting the lives of youth in the Seattle area and in so honoring the life and legacy of Marvin Thomas.”
As the website also notes, the organization is involved in multiple programs to benefit the community.
These include fighting hunger, assisting the homeless, education, teaching about credit, teaching about finances, helping families, cleaning the community, and scholarships.
Do Shawn and Marvena have children together?
According to Sportskeeda, Marvena and the former NBA star have three kids together. However, only two of their children are named.
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They share sons Shawn Kemp Jr. and Jason Kemp.
Shawn Jr. was born in 1991 and played basketball at the University of Washington from 2011 to 2015.
Jason was born in September 2000 and has played at Southeastern Louisiana University.