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Who is Brittney Griner?
Brittney Yevette Griner is an American Professional Basketball Player from Houston, Texas. Brittney Yevette Griner is famous because she is the only NCAA basketball player to score 2000 points and block 500 shots. Furthermore, the 27-year-old player currently plays for the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association).
Early life and Childhood
Brittney Yevette Griner was born on 18th October 1990 in Houston, Texas, USA.
Therefore, is Twenty-seven (27) years old, as of 2018.
Her father’s name is Raymond Griner. She is very close to her mother “Sandra Griner”
Furthermore, Brittney has three siblings.
She has a brother “Decarlo Griner” and two sisters Shkera Griner and Pier Griner.
Education Details
Brittney Yevette Griner attended Nimitz High School for school education.
Later, she went to Baylor University.
Professional Career
Yevette Griner is famous because she is the only NCAA basketball player to score 2000 points and block 500 shots.
Furthermore, the 27-year-old player currently plays for the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association).
In 2009, Griner was named the nation’s no. 1 High School women’s basketball player by Rivals.com.
She also led Baylor University in the 2012 women’s national championship.
In 2013, Brittney remained in a lot of controversies after came out as a lesbian.
During the interview, she also revealed how she was extremely bullied for being bigger.
Moreover, her father also didn’t accept her as a lesbian.
Later, she began the first openly lesbian player who ever signed by the Nike brand.
Net Worth and Salary
Brittney Yevette Griner’s net worth is $3 million USD.
More Facts of Brittney Griner
| Full Birth Name | Brittney Yevette Griner. |
| Nick name | Brittney. |
| Working As | Professional Basketball Player. |
| Age | Twenty-seven (27) years old (As of 2018). |
| Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | 18th October 1990. |
| Birthplace/Hometown | Houston, Texas, USA. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Gender | Female. |
| Star Sign (Zodiac Sign) | Libra. |
| Ethnicity | African American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Current Residence | Houston, Texas, USA. |
| Famous for | 1. Playing basketball for Phoenix Mercury. 2. Only NCAA basketball player to score 2000 points and block 500 shots. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| Height (Tall) | Feet & Inches: 6′ 9″. Centimeters: 206 cm. Meters: 2.06 m. |
| Weight | Kilograms: 93 Kg. Pounds: 205 lbs. |
| Bra Size | 33B. |
| Body Measurements (Breast-waist-hips) | 34-34-38. |
| Shoe Size (US) | 17. |
| Tattoo details? | Yes. |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown. |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown. |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father: Raymond. Mother: Sandra Griner. |
| Siblings | Brother: Decarlo Griner. Sister: 1. Shkera Griner. 2. Pier Griner. |
| Famous Relatives | Not Known |
| Brittney Griner Husband & Relationship | |
| Marital Status | In the Relationship. |
| Dating History? | Glory Johnson. |
| Girlfriend | Cherelle Watson. |
| Husband/Spouse Name | Glory Johnson (ex-wife). |
| Son | None. |
| Daughter | None. |
| Education | |
| Highest Qualification | Graduate. |
| School | Nimitz High School. |
| College/ University | Baylor University. |
| Hobbies & Favorite Things | |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Johnny Depp. Actress: Jennifer Aniston. |
| Dream Holiday Destination | Miami. |
| Favorite Color | Pink. |
| Love to do | Playing Volleyball & Basketball, and Traveling. |
| Favorite Food | Mexican Food. |
| Brittney Griner Net worth | |
| Net Asset | Approx. $3 million USD (As of 2018). |
| Salary Per Episode | Will Update. |
| Contact Details | |
| Office Address | Not Known |
| Home Details | Not Known |
| Mobile or Phone Number | N.A. |
| Email Address | Will update soon. |
| Official Website | Not Available. |
Relationship Status
Brittney Yevette Griner married her wife “Glory Johnson”.
But the couple divorced each other after one year due to some unsolved issues.
Currently, she is in a relationship with her girlfriend “Cherelle Watson”.
Body Measurement
Yevette Griner Height is Feet & Inches: 6′ 9″.
Social Media
Brittney has 684k Followers on Instagram.
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Trivia
- Yevette Griner (born October 18, 1990) is an American Professional Basketball Player from Houston, Texas.
- She is famous because she is the only NCAA basketball player to score 2000 points and block 500 shots.
- Furthermore, the 27-year-old player currently plays for the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association).In 2009, Griner was named as the nation’s no.
- In 2013, Brittney remained in a lot of controversies after came out as a lesbian.
- Playing basketball for Phoenix Mercury.
