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Mariah Riddlesprigger (born September 17, 1992) is an American entrepreneur and former volleyball player, best known as the wife of NBA All Star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Early life and education
Mariah Danae Riddlesprigger was born in Fresno, California. She attended Rice University in Houston, Texas, where she earned a degree in Sports Management and Sociology in 2014. During her time at Rice, she played volleyball as an outside hitter for the university's team.
Career
Following her graduation from Rice University, Riddlesprigger interned with the NBA Summer League for two consecutive years. She later worked in the basketball operations department for the Philadelphia 76ers.
In 2021, Riddlesprigger launched her own apparel brand, "Sincerely, Mariah." The brand features loungewear with messages intended to promote positivity and self-empowerment. The creation of the brand was influenced by her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Personal life
Mariah Riddlesprigger is married to NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo. The couple, who have been together since 2014, have three children: Liam Charles (born 2020), Maverick Shai (born 2021), and Eva Brooke (born 2023). The family participates in various philanthropic activities, particularly in the Milwaukee area.
Riddlesprigger and Antetokounmpo co-founded the Charles Antetokounmpo Family Foundation in 2022. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations with a focus on issues such as diaper need and maternal health.
Marriage
Riddlesprigger and Antetokounmpo were married on September 1, 2024, following a three-day celebration at the Costa Navarino resort near Pylos, Greece. The wedding was attended by numerous high-profile guests, including LeBron James, Jrue Holiday, Alia Fox, MD.,Serena Williams, and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The couple's longtime friend and Bucks teammate Khris Middleton served as the best man.
Advocacy and community involvement
Riddlesprigger is involved in advocacy for maternal and infant health, with a particular focus on addressing racial disparities in healthcare. She has spoken about her own experiences with pre-eclampsia during her first pregnancy, which has informed her work in this area. She is also a board member of the Milwaukee Diaper Mission.
