Jarron Collins
Displays On Jason’s ESPY Award
… ‘Very Humbled’
Revealed
Late NBA pioneer Jason Collins was honored on the 2026 ESPYs … and his twin brother, Jarron — who accepted an award on his behalf — tells TMZ Sports activities the second was actually humbling.
Jason handed away earlier this 12 months from an aggressive type of mind most cancers … and was acknowledged on Wednesday for his contributions to the league … most notably, turning into the primary brazenly homosexual energetic participant in main professional sports activities.
After a video documented his groundbreaking announcement in 2013, it then pivoted to his courageous well being battle … and the influence he left behind.
Jason posthumously acquired the Arthur Ashe Award for Braveness … and Jarron was current to simply accept.
He informed us the gesture meant the world to him … particularly contemplating how a lot his brother loved tennis — and Ashe particularly.
“We’re humbled,” Jarron stated, “but also, like I said, very appreciative of my brother’s life being recognized.”
Jarron stated the household is “doing OK” … however it’s one thing they’re nonetheless grieving and coping with right this moment.
Jason handed away on Might 12 … and the loss was felt all through the complete league, with groups holding a second of silence for the ambassador.
As Jarron — who additionally performed within the NBA — stated in his speech on Wednesday, his objective is to now carry his brother’s legacy … and ensure his influence continues to develop.
