Say what you will about LeBron James – deep down he’s a pretty good guy. Sure, he might have burned a few bridges with his back and forth between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat, but when push comes to shove King James tends to do the right thing.
That was no different today after the basketball star learned of Lauren Hill’s passing.
You may remember Hill, who had inoperable brain cancer as she made headlines on national TV and ESPN for playing in an MSJ game despite her grim prognosis. By the end of her battle, she along with friends, family and followers had raised over $15 million for the disease.
After her death, LeBron James took to Twitter where he honored Lauren Hill and expressed his condolences to her family.
Dear Lauren Hill, You are the true definition of strength, courage, power, leadership, etc etc! Your time spent on earth will never be…
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 10, 2015
forgotten. I have that I never got the chance to meet u in person but know you inspired me the whole time! For every life u touched, u…
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 10, 2015
made the biggest impact of them by just being YOU!! You’re in a far better place now and please don’t have to much fun up there w/o all…
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 10, 2015
your family and friends. Can u please tell my Grandma I said hello. Don’t be afraid, she knows you cause we spoke about u plenty of times..
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 10, 2015
Until we officially meet again, take care and continue to be that LEADER we all love! #RIPLaurenHill Sincerely, LeBron James
— LeBron James (@KingJames) April 10, 2015
Sadly Lauren Hill won’t be around to witness James’ honor to her, but a very classy response regardless.
