Ciara sends out wholesome message to Carmelo Anthony's ex-wife La La Anthony's NYC tribute

Celebrity Sightings In New York City - December 12, 2024 - Source: Getty
Ciara sends out wholesome message to Carmelo Anthony's ex-wife La La Anthony - Source: Getty

La La Anthony continues to gain recognition for the hard work she is doing with the community. This week, Anthony, who is the ex-wife of former New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony, was honored by the city of New York by having a street named after her.

The tribute from her home city received plenty of attention on social media with close friend and famous singer/songwriter Ciara one of the celebrities showing support for Anthony.

On Friday, Anthony shared a collection of images and short clips on Instagram of her special day. The television personality and actress can be seen holding up a "La La Anthony Lane" street sign as she is surrounded by fans and paparazzi. One video was shared by Ciara on her Instagram story with the popular artist sending out a wholesome message to go with the pic.

"Proud of you @lala. Oh you know we pullin up!" Said Ciara.

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Ciara shares a message of support for Anthony: Photo Credits: Ciara's IG account
Ciara shares a message of support for Anthony: Photo Credits: Ciara's IG account

The musicians added some background music with the clip, going with Webbie's track "Independent." Ciara and Anthony have been friends for a long time with the two seen posting messages on social media together previously.

 Anthony shares an image of her being honored by the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development. Photo Credit: La La Anthony's IG account
Anthony shares an image of her being honored by the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development. Photo Credit: La La Anthony's IG account

Anthony had also shared an image of herself receiving the honor for her work with her non-profit "ThreeSixty," an initiative to help inmates at Rikers Island. She added the following message to go with her post:

"Thank you NYC Department of Youth & Community Development for presenting me with my own street name for my prison reform & re entry work through my program at Rikers ThreeSixty."

Carmelo Anthony's ex-wife La La Anthony shouts out WNBA star Angel Reese after Reebok gift

L. Anthony poses for a photo, and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky watches a basketball game. Photo Credit: La La Anthony's IG account, Imagn
L. Anthony poses for a photo, and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky watches a basketball game. Photo Credit: La La Anthony's IG account, Imagn

La La and her ex Carmelo Anthony have been split up for years but she remains in touch with the basketball world. Anthony's son is a highly touted high school player and she also keeps in touch with WNBA star Angel Reese.

In a post on her Instagram in early September, Anthony showed some love to the Chicago Sky star after she gifted her a pair of her "Reebok by Angel" sneakers.

"So proud of you (Angel) for your (Reebok) collection. Continue to inspire so many of us!!! Love u always," wrote La La.
Anthony shouts out Angel Reese after receiving a pair of her Reebok sneakers. Photo Credit: La La Anthony's IG account.
Anthony shouts out Angel Reese after receiving a pair of her Reebok sneakers. Photo Credit: La La Anthony's IG account.

Angel Reese extended her deal with Reebok in October, signing a multi-year contract with the popular sports brand. She is expected to release her signature show in 2026.

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