Former NBA star Amar’e Yehoshafat Stoudemire, who completed his geirus several years ago, celebrated his wedding last night.
The simcha was attended by close friends and family, marking a significant milestone in Stoudemire’s personal journey.
Stoudemire, known for his illustrious basketball career with the Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks, long expressed a deep connection to Yiddishkeit. He began exploring his roots in 2010 after learning about his family’s heritage from his mother. This exploration led him to visit Eretz Yisroel and eventually undergo a formal conversion process. In 2020, he completed his geirus, adopting the Hebrew name Yehoshafat Ben Avraham.
In an Instagram Q&A, Stoudemire expressed his desire to remarry to someone Jewish who shares his commitment to Torah values. He emphasized the importance of building a righteous family and raising children according to traditional Jewish teachings.
Stoudemire’s journey from professional basketball to embracing Yiddishkeit has been well-documented, his story serving as an inspiration and chizuk to many.
Below is a clip from Stoudemire’s chupah, courtesy of Sparks of a Nation: