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Jason Collins, NBA's First Openly Gay Player, Dies
May 16, 2026
Jason Collins, the first openly gay active NBA player, died Tuesday. He publicly came out in 2013, playing for the Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards before retiring in 2014.
Collins' announcement marked a significant moment for LGBTQ+ inclusion in professional sports. He played 13 seasons in the NBA, including stints with the New Jersey Nets, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, and Washington Wizards.
Beyond his on-court career, Collins became an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and equality.
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