Dwight Howard Wife, Age, Height, Weight, Boyfriend, Net Worth
Dwight David Howard II, widely known as “Superman,” is an American professional basketball player and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. A dominant center known for his athleticism, rebounding, and shot-blocking, he spent 18 seasons in the NBA, won a championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020, and continued playing professionally overseas into 2026.
Dwight Howard was born on December 8, 1985, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. he is 40 years old. His nationality is American, and his zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
He was raised in a deeply religious Christian household. His father, Dwight Howard Sr., worked as a Georgia State Trooper and later served as athletic director at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy. His mother, Sheryl Howard, played college basketball at Morris Brown College. Howard has described himself as a “miracle baby,” noting that his mother experienced multiple miscarriages before his birth (he was born two months premature).
USA (has lived in various locations; recent play in Georgia)
Qualification
High school (Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy)
Career
Howard was selected first overall by the Orlando Magic in the 2004 NBA Draft. He quickly established himself as a star, becoming one of the league’s most dominant centers. With the Magic (2004–2012), he earned three consecutive Defensive Player of the Year awards (2009–2011), multiple All-Star and All-NBA selections, and led the team to the 2009 NBA Finals.
He was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2012 and later played for the Houston Rockets (2013–2016), Atlanta Hawks (2016–2017), Charlotte Hornets (2017–2018), Washington Wizards (2018–2019), returned to the Lakers (2019–2020, where he won an NBA championship), Philadelphia 76ers (2020–2021), and Lakers again (2021–2022).
After leaving the NBA, Howard played in Taiwan’s T1 League with the Taoyuan Leopards (earning All-Star and MVP honors), competed in the BIG3 league, and in 2026 joined Black Fortress Tbilisi in the Georgian Superliga. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2025. Career NBA averages include approximately 15.7 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game over 1,242 games. He ranks among the all-time leaders in rebounds and blocks.
In March 2026 he announced a retirement focused on family, but he returned to professional play later that year and expressed interest in an NBA comeback.
Dwight Howard Wife
Howard’s parents are Dwight Howard Sr. and Sheryl Howard. He has a brother, Jahaziel Howard, and a sister, Tashanda Howard.
He is the father of five children with five different mothers: Braylon (born 2007), Layla (born 2010), Jayde (born 2010), Dwight III “Trey” (born 2013), and David (born 2013). He has spoken publicly about prioritizing his role as a father.
Howard married Amy Luciani (also known as Amber Rose Howard) in early 2025; the couple filed for divorce in 2026 amid public personal disputes. He has maintained a strong emphasis on faith throughout his life and career.
Physical Appearance
Height
6 ft 10 in (208 cm)
Weight
265 lbs (120 kg)
Eye Color
Dark brown
Hair Color
Black
Body Type
Athletic / Powerful
Dwight Howard Net Worth
Dwight Howard’s estimated net worth in ranges from approximately $120 million to $140 million (some analyses place it higher). He earned roughly $245 million in NBA salary alone across his career, plus significant endorsement income (Adidas, Peak, and others) estimated in the tens of millions.
