In a plot twist that sounds straight out of a political rom-com, La La Anthony has been vocal about her dismay following the unexpected election results. Despite her campaigning efforts, encouraging fans to rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz, America decided otherwise. Trump snagged the electoral college, and La La isn’t exactly popping the champagne.
Following the outcome, the actress and influencer took to Instagram to share a five-part mini-saga of emotions, summing up her post-election mood in an unfiltered display of “Defeated. Disappointed. Sad. Angry. Confused.” We feel you, La La. After investing herself in voter campaigns and political pep talks, this was probably not the ending she envisioned.
Meanwhile, away from the political scene, La La’s home court is seeing its own high-stakes drama. Her son, Kiyan Anthony, a top-ranked high school basketball star, recently inked a deal with one of the nation’s premier talent agencies, WME. Considering Kiyan is a contender to carry his father Carmelo Anthony’s basketball legacy, his agency choice has eyebrows raised and spirits lifted. The young athlete is preparing for big things on the horizon—and WME, who also represents his mom, seemed like a no-brainer.
“Future NBA star in the making” isn’t just a label here; Kiyan is the real deal. Ranked as the sixth-best prospect in the nation for his position, he’s already narrowing down his college options, choosing between Syracuse (Dad’s alma mater), Auburn, and USC. With name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals projected to bring in over a million dollars, he’s already worth his weight in gold.
La La, ever the proud mom, couldn’t contain her excitement, dropping heart emojis all over Kiyan’s news. After a whirlwind election week, it’s likely a welcome reprieve for her to focus on Kiyan’s promising career—a future that might even help her channel those election-induced “angry” vibes into courtside cheers and school-selection parties.
With college ball just around the corner and election season (mercifully) over, La La can shift from the political stage to the arena of high-stakes sports recruiting. So, while America debates electoral college outcomes, La La has her sights set on a much more personal win: cheering her son all the way to the top.
