LeBron James, alongside his wife Savannah, experienced an emotional reunion with the first responder who played a crucial role in rescuing their son Bronny during a life-threatening situation. This poignant moment is part of a newly released Netflix docuseries titled “Starting 5,” which made its debut this past Wednesday.
In the docuseries, the couple revisits the frightening episode where Bronny suffered a cardiac arrest in July of the previous year. Erin, a member of the USC Trojans training staff, performed life-saving CPR on Bronny, an action for which LeBron deeply thanked and praised her during the documentary. LeBron introduced Erin to his mother, Gloria, and referred to her as a “life saver,” crediting her with Bronny’s survival and ability to continue chasing his dreams at nineteen.
During the documentary, Savannah was moved to tears as she expressed her immense gratitude for Erin’s swift action that saved their son. Bronny, now a second-round NBA draft pick, creates a historic moment by joining his father in the league, marking the first-ever father-son duo in the NBA.
The intensity of the situation was not lost on LeBron, who reflected on Bronny’s ordeal not just in terms of his sports career but his overall personal development. He noted how life could have been drastically different for their family had the outcome been less favorable.
The reunification occurred just before LeBron and Bronny teamed up for the first time on the court during a Lakers’ preseason game on October 6, an event that was both emotionally and historically significant for them.
The James family’s profound appreciation for Erin and the USC Trojans’ swift medical intervention highlights the critical impact of immediate and competent medical response in emergency situations. The family’s story is a powerful reminder of how crucial timely medical intervention can be in life-threatening circumstances.
