Genesis Harlo, the daughter of NBA star Carmelo Anthony and Mia Burks, recently celebrated her 7th birthday in style. The festivities took place on Aug. 1, and her mother shared heartwarming moments from the celebration on social media.
Genesis’ birthday bash
Genesis’ birthday party was a vibrant New York Knicks-themed event, reflecting her father’s legacy as a former player for the team. Mia Burks posted a series of photos on Instagram, captioning them with, “A love supreme. *today is all about YOU,” along with a birthday cake emoticon.
The young birthday girl donned a custom Knicks cheerleader outfit, proudly displaying her dad’s jersey number 7, symbolizing both her age and her father’s iconic number. The party was adorned with decorations in the Knicks’ signature blue and orange colors, and guests received party favors featuring Anthony’s jersey.
Social media buzz
Fans and followers quickly took to social media to react to Genesis’ birthday celebration. Many noted her striking resemblance to her father. Comments ranged from surprise at Anthony having another child to playful jabs about the party theme.
Carmelo Anthony’s family dynamics
Genesis was born on Aug. 1, 2017, and her parentage has been a topic of discussion, especially since Anthony was still married to La La Anthony at the time. The couple, who were married from 2010 to 2021, share a 17-year-old son, Kiyan Anthony. Despite the rumors surrounding his infidelity, Carmelo Anthony has never publicly acknowledged Genesis as his daughter.
In May 2023, Anthony announced his retirement from the NBA after 19 seasons, sharing a reflective video on Instagram that included a photo of both Kiyan and Genesis.
Genesis’ birthday celebration not only highlighted her special day but also brought attention to the complexities of her family dynamics. As she grows up, fans will undoubtedly continue to follow her journey and the legacy of her father, Carmelo Anthony.
