Jason Collins, NBA's first openly-gay player, dies aged 47
Summary
Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in a major American professional team sport, has died at age 47. He had been battling an aggressive brain cancer called glioblastoma before his passing.Key Facts
- Jason Collins was the first active male athlete in major American team sports to come out as gay.
- He was diagnosed with an aggressive brain cancer in late 2025.
- The cancer was inoperable and described by Collins as spreading like "tentacles" across his brain.
- Without treatment, doctors warned Collins he would die within three months.
- Collins died after fighting glioblastoma, a severe form of brain tumor.
- The NBA Commissioner Adam Silver praised Collins for making sports more inclusive.
- Collins’ family said he inspired many people through his life and courage.
- Collins died at the age of 47.
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