Nelson george as director coached both cassandra freeman and pauletta washington into two phenomenal performances. May 08, 2016 the movie is aptly titled the real mvp. For three out of four consecutive seasons, durant was the runnerup in the leagues most valuable player voting. During his time with the thunder, durant described himself as a high school kid who enjoys playing video games in his spare time. The wanda durant story 2016 tvpg 1h 30m biography docudramas wanda pratt works tirelessly to raise three children, including future nba basketball player kevin durant. With eli baxter, daniel bellomy, eric bempong, donna benedicto. But they are two people whose incredible true story has the power to change lives. May 04, 2016 nba superstar kevin durant and his mother wanda are the subjects in a new, inspirational lifetime movie called the real mvp. The wanda durant story airs on lifetime mothers day weekend video the love oklahoma thunder superstar kevin durant has for his mother wanda durant is no secret. Lifetime movie the real mvp pays homage to kevin durant s mother. Mar 09, 2017 kevin durants mother, wanda pratt, dances on the sidelines during game 2 in the first round of the nba basketball playoffs, in oklahoma city, okla. Wanda durant aka wanda pratt is the mother of kevin durant, the 2014 nba most valuable player.
He played nine seasons with the franchise, which became the oklahoma. Wanda durant was thrust into the spotlight when her son famously dedicated his nba mvp acceptance speech to her while expressing. Kevin durants mom, wanda durant, is her sons biggest. While he did not reach the nba, tony played college basketball at towson. The biopics title was inspired by a statement kevin durant made in a 2014 speech at a press conference proclaiming his mother wanda the real mvp. Basketballs great kevin durant captured the nation when he accepted the 2014 nba mvp award with a speech crediting his success to his mother, wanda. The wanda durant story during an emotional acceptance speech in 2014 when durant was recognized as the nbas most valuable player, he gave props to his mom calling her the real mvp and the video clip went viral. The third result is wanda anita durant age 40s in dearborn, mi in the dearborn neighborhood. He played one season of college basketball for the university of texas, and was selected as the second overall pick by the seattle supersonics in the 2007 nba draft.
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The inspiring true story of nba great kevin durants mother. Actressproducer queen latifah was so moved by the speech and the durant family that she produced a tv movie titled the real mvp. Kevin durants mother, the real mvp, subject of lifetime. Interest in pratts story has remained high, and now, shes the subject of a movie of a lifetime original movie called, the real mvp. The real mvp cassandra freeman and the real wanda durant day 15 of 19, february 22, 2016, langley, bc, canada bettina strauss. She is the mother of two incredibly successful sons, businessman, anthony tony durant and nba mvp star, kevin durant of the golden state warriors. Who plays kevin durants mother wanda the real mvp on lifetime. The inspiring true story of nba great kevin durant s mother wanda and her dedication to raise one of the greatest basketball players in the world. Release dates 3 also known as aka 2 release dates usa 7 may 2016. There is no information on wanda pratts net worth, but she is an established motivational speaker who is. Basketball great kevin durant of the oklahoma city thunder captured the hearts of the nation when he accepted the 2014 nba most valuable player award with his emotional speech crediting all of his success to his mother, wanda, naming her the real mvp. Wanda pratt is the subject of a lifetime original movie called the real mvp.
Durants mother, the real mvp, subject of lifetime movie. Wanda durant, kevin durants mother, opens up about. The abc7 news app is the best way to stay up to date on bay. This documentary explores the success of nba player kevin durant by focusing on the efforts of his mother, wanda durant. Some days i hate the nba, kevin durant says wearily. Kevin durants mama has a message for all the doubters. Who plays kevin durants mother wanda the real mvp on. The wanda durant story is a stirring new inspirational movie that will debut on the lifetime channel this weekend. Jun 07, 2017 wanda and kevins story continued to spread to nonsports fans when lifetime released a television film, the real mvp. Kevin durants mother, wanda pratt, dances on the sidelines during game 2 in the first round of the nba basketball playoffs, in oklahoma city, okla. Wanda durant brought in her 50th birthday with an allwhite cocktail party that was secretly orchestrated by her sons kevin and tony durant. Jun 10, 2017 after his acceptance speech, lifetime released a movie, the real mvp.
Wanda pratt nba playerkevin durants mother bio, wiki. The wanda durant story starring cassandra freeman in this drama on directv. The wanda durant story, which filmed in vancouver and british columbia throughout february will premiere saturday, may 7th at 8pm on lifetime. A single mother who worked tirelessly to raise two sons, wanda focused her energy on keeping her boys out of trouble and on the basketball court. Check out the official trailer and some of their filming locations below.
The film tells the true story of pratt, a single mom who struggled and sacrificed to raise her two sons, tony and kevin. Nba superstar kevin durant and his mother wanda are the subjects in a new, inspirational lifetime movie called the real mvp. The wanda durant story, the madefortv movie based on the life of kevin durants mom the film tells the true story of pratt. Wanda and kevins story continued to spread to nonsports fans when lifetime released a television film, the real mvp. Wanda pratt works tirelessly to raise three children, including future nba basketball player kevin durant. Kevins nba most valuable player speech was dedicated to wanda, naming her the real mvp. Cassandra freeman, tracie thoms, sinqua walls, pauletta washington, nelson george. Kevin durant bleacher report latest news, videos and highlights. Wanda durant, annie apple and wilma mcnabb show how the moms of pro athletes can be equally amazing. After his acceptance speech, lifetime released a movie, the real mvp. The wanda durant story airs on lifetime mothers day. Mama durant has a special message for anyone doubting her son after he suffered a severe achilles injury in game 5 of the nba finals. Tony is often seen sitting courtside with their mother, wanda, during thunder games. Meet wanda pratt, h i th proud momma f nba player kevin durant wh tk th nbas mvp award, during hi acceptance speech, durant thanked hi friends, fans nd teammates, h left th bt fr th person tht h bn b hi side, th person wh brought him u nd watched him bm th amazing mn h i today, rtinl tht person i hi.
There is no information on wanda pratts net worth, but she is an established motivational speaker who is high in demand. Kevin durants mom wanda hands out free turkeys in seat hill. Click the button below to get instant access to these worksheets for use in the classroom or at a. The wanda durant story full movie in hd visit the real mvp. We had the privilege of attending the red carpet premiere of the film the real mvp. May 07, 2016 the biopics title was inspired by a statement kevin durant made in a 2014 speech at a press conference proclaiming his mother wanda the real mvp. Wanda raised her kids with the help of her mother, barbara davis. The wanda durant story is an inspiring true story about the mother of nba superstar kevin durant. When he was named 2014s nba most valuable player, kevin durant dedicated. Kevin durants mother, wanda, opened up about her sons injury and his future in. The wanda durant story this new tv movie was inspired by basketball great kevin durants daniel bellomy moving tribute to his mother when he accepted the 2014 nba most valuable. Wanda durant was thrust into the spotlight when her son famously dedicated his. Durant is very close with his mother, wanda, a relationship that was detailed in the lifetime movie the real mvp. Her passion is to inspire underserved children, single mothers and communities to move beyond their immediate circumstances and to aim for higher heights in life.
Kevin wayne durant born september 29, 1988 is an american professional basketball player for the brooklyn nets of the national basketball association nba. The inspiring true story of nba great kevin durants mother wanda and her dedication to raise one of the greatest basketball players in the world. May 12, 2017 wanda durant, annie apple and wilma mcnabb show how the moms of pro athletes can be equally amazing. The birthday girl wore a floor length sequin gown fit for an queen that wants to shine for the evening. Dvd instant video kevin durants prolific career in the nba has occurred in the shadow of lebron james. The wanda durant story, depicting the struggles and tribulations of pratt as a single mother raising two children. Like our page for buzzy stories, breaking news, and more. As a young single mom, she worked the overnight shift at a post office outside washington, d. Wanda durant, annie apple and wilma mcnabb show how the moms. Kevin durant is not the most famous basketball player in the world, and his mother is not an alist celebrity. Wanda is related to cicely m durant and stacie lynn mcreynolds as well as 3 additional people. The wanda durant story on your tv, phone, or tablet. A single mother dedicates herself to raising one of the greatest basketball players in the world. Jun 02, 2017 durant has three siblings, two brothers, tony and rayvonne, and a sister named brianna.
Kevin durant shared an emotional moment with his mother, wanda, after the warriors beat cleveland to win the franchises second. Durant has three siblings, two brothers, tony and rayvonne, and a sister named brianna. The wanda durant story this new tv movie was inspired by basketball great kevin durants daniel bellomy moving tribute to his mother when he. Latifah, george, compere, wanda durant and the cast premiered the film in new york and the cast which includes cassandra freeman as wanda, daniel bellomy as an adult kevin durant and wanda. Eastern time on saturday, exactly two years after durant uttered those same words in tribute to his mom on national television.
Wanda durant, kevin durants mother, opens up about sacrifice. The story of wandas journey as a single mom has been documented in the lifetime movie, the real mvp. The wanda durant story photos view all photos 4 movie info. Select this result to view wanda anita durants phone number, address, and more. Wanda durant, annie apple and wilma mcnabb show how the. May 08, 2016 the real mvp cassandra freeman and the real wanda durant day 15 of 19, february 22, 2016, langley, bc, canada bettina strauss. Executive produced by queen latifah, lifetimes the real mvp follows the life of a single mother who struggles and sacrifices for one goal. This documentary explores the success of nba player kevin durant by focusing on. Wanda durant, affectionately known as mama durant, the real mvp is a strong leader, advocate, and philanthropist whose passion is to help single mothers, women, and children. Wanda durant, as with other mothers, is only getting started.
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