Savannah James broke down in tears, vowing to protect her son at all costs as she exposed the brutal reality Bronny James faces growing up under LeBron’s massive shadow—tired of the hate, the pressure, the world judging him before he even has a chance to be himself.

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Savannah James with his sons Bronny and Bryce

In a world where fame and expectations grow exponentially, being the child of LeBron James can’t be an easy task. Bronny James,LeBron’s eldest son, has been under intense media scrutiny since he was a child.

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Instead of simply enjoying his growth, Bronny has become the center of constant attention, where even the most insignificant details of his life are analyzed by the media.

What shoes does he wear? What car does he drive? These details become headlines, while the real question about his future in basketball remains uncertain.

Savannah James gives a lesson in how to protect her athlete son

In this context, Bronny’s mother, Savannah James, has had to cope with the weight of public overexposure and criticism. In a recent interview, Savannah shared her perspective on how she deals with the situation, especially with those who criticize her son.

In her conversation with April McDaniel, co-host of Everybody’s Crazy, Savannah didn’t hesitate to acknowledge how difficult it is to be a mother in such a hostile environment.

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“I try to stay away… Not stay away from the game, just stay away from the people so I don’t hear the banter,” she said, giving a clear indication of how she prefers to protect her son from the external noise.

What stands out most in her statements is her self-proclaimed stance as an overprotective mother, a completely understandable response given the amount of hate and unrealistic expectations that Bronny faces every day.

As a mother, Savannah tries to shield her son from the media pressure surrounding him, acknowledging that he is still a young man who is developing both physically and mentally.

“I’m an overprotective mom too, and there’s only so much you can take, especially when these are kids,” she said, making it clear that, to her, Bronny is still an adolescent trying to find his way.

 

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Savannah also mentioned that she had to learn how to manage her emotions, something that wasn’t easy.

“I had to learn… I started learning breathing techniques because I had to calm myself down from cussing people out,” she confessed, showing just how exhausting it can be to be in the public eye, especially when you’re the target of unjust criticism.

Despite their fame and family status, they are still teenagers with a lot to learn. In this sense, Savannah James’ words invite us to reflect on how society should allow them to grow and develop without the constant pressure to meet impossible expectations.