Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player and advocate for inclusion, has died at 47 after battling brain cancer. He made history in 2013 by publicly coming out while still active in the league.
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Martha Stewart has made history as the oldest Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model ever, appearing on the cover at the age of 81. The other three cover models this year are Megan Fox, Kim Petras and Brooks Nader, and Stewart's cover shot features her with tousled hair and a glamorous look. This year's issue is set to hit stands later this week, and Stewart's appearance is a testament to her longevity in the media and her ability to remain relevant in a constantly changing industry.
On Tuesday night, LeBron James made history by breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's 38,387 point record to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer. The game was stopped for a ceremony attended by celebrities and sports stars, including Abdul-Jabbar, to recognize the moment. James thanked his family, teammates, coaches, and fans for their support throughout his career, and thanked Abdul-Jabbar for inspiring him and setting the bar for greatness.