Born on April 19, 1986, Candace Parker, nicknamed "Ace," is widely regarded as one of the greatest power forwards in WNBA history. She enjoyed an illustrious 13-year career, playing for the Los Angeles Sparks, Chicago Sky, and Las Vegas Aces, winning championships with all three teams. Parker became a 3-time WNBA champion (2016, 2021, 2023) and was named WNBA Finals MVP in 2016 for leading the Sparks to victory. Before her WNBA success, Parker won back-to-back NCAA championships with the Tennessee Lady Volunteers in 2007 and 2008. She also earned two Olympic gold medals with Team USA at the 2008 Beijing and 2012 London Olympics.
Candace Parker married former NBA player Shelden Williams in 2008. After eight years of marriage, they divorced in 2016, and Parker went on to marry Anna Petrakova in 2019. As of September 2024, Parker and Petrakova are happily married, continuing their journey together.
How many kids do Candace Parker and Anna Petrakova have?
Candace Parker and Anna Petrakova have three children. Candace and Anna first met while playing for the Russian basketball club UMMC Ekaterinburg. In 2019, during a birthday trip to Mexico surrounded by close friends and family, Candace Parker proposed to Anna Petrakova, and the couple tied the knot on December 14, 2019. They kept their marriage private for two years, ensuring that their 50 wedding guests and staff maintained secrecy.
Anna Petrakova is a former professional basketball player, and had a long basketball career in Russia, playing for top clubs such as CSKA Moscow, Chevakata Vologda, Dynamo Kursk, and UMMC Ekaterinburg. During her career, Petrakova won numerous accolades before retiring in 2017.
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Who are Candace Parker and Anna Petrakova's Kids?
Lailaa Nicole Williams
Lailaa Nicole Williams was born on May 13, 2009, from Candace Parker’s previous marriage to Shelden Williams. Despite Parker’s divorce from Williams, Lailaa remains an important part of Candace and Anna's family.
Airr Larry Petrakov Parker
Candace and Anna’s first child together, a son named Airr Larry Petrakov Parker, was born on February 11, 2022.
Hartt Summitt Petrakov Parker
Candace and Anna’s second son, Hartt Summitt Petrakov Parker, was born on May 21, 2024.
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FAQ's On Candace Parker Kids
A. Candace Parker is 38 years old. She was born on April 19, 1986.
A. Candace Parker’s wife is Anna Petrakova.
A. Candace Parker and her wife Anna Petrakova have three children — Lailaa Nicole Williams, Airr Larry Petrakov Parker, and Hartt Summitt Petrakov Parker.
A. Candace Parker goes by the nickname of “Ace”.
A. Candace Parker Parker is a 3-time WNBA champion — 2016 with LA Sparks, 2021 with Chicago Sky, and 2023 with Las Vegas Aces.
