Key Takeaways

  • Anthony Edwards marries Shannon Jackson on July 16.
  • The couple has a two-year-old daughter, Aislynn.
  • Edwards faced a child support scandal prior to the marriage.
  • He has three other children from different relationships.

Marriage Announcement

NBA player Anthony Edwards is now officially married. The Minnesota Timberwolves star wed his longtime girlfriend, Shannon Jackson, on July 16, as confirmed by Minnesota marriage records.

Recent Speculations

Speculation about their marriage status arose last week when Edwards, 24, was seen at Fanatics Fest in New York City wearing a black band on his ring finger. Representatives for Edwards did not respond to requests for comment.

Family Life

Edwards and Jackson have been together since 2020 and share a daughter named Aislynn, who is two years old. Their relationship has been under public scrutiny, especially following Edwards’ involvement in a child support scandal.

Child Support Controversy

Before the wedding, Edwards made headlines for allegedly fathering three other children. These include a daughter named Aris with Daja, born in September 2023, a son named Amir with Ally D, born in October 2023, and a daughter named Aubri’ Summers with Ayesha Howard, born on October 14, 2024.

The child support issues began in October 2024 when Edwards filed a lawsuit against Howard in Georgia to establish paternity and child support. In February 2025, Howard sought to have the case moved to California.

Legal Battles

Documents revealed that Howard claimed she and Edwards had been together in various cities while he played for the Timberwolves. She stated she discovered her pregnancy in January 2024. Screenshots of their text exchanges indicated tension, with Edwards allegedly suggesting an abortion.

In April 2025, Edwards agreed to give Howard temporary sole legal and physical custody of their daughter, but the situation escalated when Howard accused him of hiding assets to avoid child support payments. Edwards countered, alleging that Howard was orchestrating a media campaign to pressure him into a financial agreement.

Support from Shannon Jackson

Throughout this tumultuous period, Shannon Jackson remained supportive of Edwards, frequently attending his games and cheering him on from the sidelines.