Tony Parker‘s Father Found Dead at Home Near Lyon
VILLEURBANNE,France – Tony Parker’s father,Tony Parker sr., has been found dead at the former NBA star’s home near Lyon, French authorities confirmed today.The circumstances surrounding his death are currently unknown.
Parker sr. was a notable figure in his son’s basketball journey, serving as an early supporter and consistent presence throughout Tony Parker’s career, from youth leagues to his time with the San Antonio Spurs and the French national team. He was often seen at ASVEL LYON-VILLEBANNE games after his son became president of the club, most recently attending the team’s victory against Nancy on September 28th at the astroballe, as documented by Paris Match.
Born in the United States, Parker Sr. fostered his son’s early basketball development in France, initially while Parker played in Bruges. According to reports, AS Denain leaders once offered a fifteen-day trial for the young Tony, then three years old, a move supported by coaches Jean-Pierre Staelens and Jean degros despite reservations from club leadership. Parker also played in Dieppe and Rouen during the 1970s and 1980s.
“I have always followed it, whatever the level,” Parker Sr. told RMC SPORT in 2013, referring to his son. “I accompanied it to the chicks, the cadets, the juniors.I travel to each championship as a father,but also as a supporter of the French team.”
Authorities have not released further details regarding the inquiry. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
