Allen Iverson’s sons and daughters are the five kids he said got him through his darkest days

Allen Iverson’s sons, Allen Iverson II and Isaiah Rahsaan, are part of a close-knit family that includes all five of his children. The legendary NBA star also has three daughters: Tiaura, Messiah Lauren, and Dream. He shares all five children with his ex-wife, Tawanna Taylor, and, despite his global fame, he keeps his family life relatively private.

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Key takeaways

• Allen Iverson first became a father in December 1994 and has since welcomed five children with his long-term partner, Tawanna Turner.
• Their children are Tiaura Iverson, Allen Iverson II, Isaiah Rahsaan Iverson, Messiah Lauren Iverson, and Dream Alijha Iverson, all of whom he mentioned during his 2016 Hall of Fame induction speech.
• The former Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard divorced Tawanna Turner in 2013, and more than a decade later, the pair reportedly reunited in 2025.

Profile summary

Full name	Allen Ezail Iverson
Gender	Male
Date of birth	7 June 1975
Age	50 years old (as of May 2026)
Zodiac sign	Gemini
Place of birth	Hampton, Virginia, United States
Current residence	Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	AfricanAmerican
Religion	Christianity
Sexuality	Straight
Height in feet	6′
Height in centimetres	183
Weight in pounds	165
Weight in kilograms	75
Hair colour	Black
Eye colour	Dark brown
Mother	Ann Iverson
Father	Allen Broughton
Siblings	3
Relationship status	Dating
Partner	Tawanna Turner
Children	5
School	Bethel High School
College	Georgetown University
Profession	Former professional basketball player
Instagram	@theofficialai3
Facebook	@alleniverson
X (Twitter)	@alleniversonll

Meet Allen Iverson’s sons and daughters

Despite enjoying global fame from his successful basketball career, Allen Iverson has largely kept his family life private. During his 2016 induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, he publicly acknowledged each of his children, describing them as his greatest strength.

The former NBA star became a father in December 1994 and has five children, two sons and three daughters, with his long-time partner, Tawanna Turner. Here is a closer look at each of his five children.

Tiaura Iverson

• Full name: Tiaura Iverson
• Date of birth: 16 December 1994
• Age: 31 years old (as of May 2026)
• Zodiac sign: Sagittarius

Tiaura Iverson is the first child and eldest daughter of Allen Iverson and his ex-wife, Tawanna Turner. She was born on 16 December 1994 in Newport News, Virginia, and is 31 years old as of May 2026.

In his Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame induction speech, Allen Iverson humorously referred to her as “Honey Boo Boo”, also jokingly calling her, “Daddy, send me some money.” Despite being an adult, she maintains a private lifestyle and rarely shares personal moments on social media.

Allen Iverson II

• Full name: Allen Iverson II
• Date of birth: 1998
• Age: 27 years old (as of 2026)

Allen Iverson II, also known as Allen Iverson Jr., is the second child and first son of Allen Iverson and his ex-wife, Tawanna Turner. He was born in 1998 and is 27 years old as of 2026. Growing up, he was occasionally seen attending major basketball events with his father, including international tournaments like the 2003 FIBA Americas Olympic qualifying competition.

In his Hall of Fame induction speech, Allen Iverson affectionately referred to him as “Deuce”, expressing pride and love for his son. Despite being raised in the spotlight, Allen Iverson II maintains a private life away from public attention.

Isaiah Rahsaan Iverson

• Full name: Isaiah Rahsaan Iverson
• Date of birth: 8 August 2003
• Age: 22 years old (as of May 2026)

The former basketball player and Tawanna Turner welcomed their third child, Isaiah Rahsaan Iverson, on 8 August 2003. He is 22 years old as of May 2026 and graduated from high school in June 2022.

In his Basketball Hall of Fame induction speech, Allen Iverson affectionately called him “Professor”, a nickname the family gave him because they consider him so smart. Like his older siblings, Isaiah Rahsaan keeps a low-profile lifestyle away from public attention.

Messiah Lauren Iverson

• Full name: Messiah Lauren Iverson
• Date of birth: 15 August 2005
• Age: 20 years old (as of May 2026)

Messiah Lauren Iverson is the second daughter and fourth child of the former professional basketball player and Tawanna Turner. She was born on 15 August 2005, making her 20 years old as of May 2026.

Allen Iverson’s daughter graduated from junior high school in 2019, a milestone that made him publicly express his pride. In his Hall of Fame induction speech, Allen spoke warmly about her, describing her as so great and emphasising how proud he was of her achievements.

Dream Alijha Iverson

• Full name: Dream Alijha Iverson
• Date of birth: 7 October 2008
• Age: 17 years old (as of May 2026)

Dream Iverson is the youngest child of Allen Iverson and Tawanna Turner. She was born on 7 October 2008 and is 17 years old as of May 2026. In his Hall of Fame induction speech, Allen Iverson expressed deep affection for her, humorously saying she always wanted to sleep close to him, even though she had her own room and bed.

He has often referred to her as his “mini me”, highlighting their close father–daughter bond.

Allen Iverson’s wife, Tawanna Turner, and their life raising five children

The basketball star’s long-term partner is Tawanna Turner. The two reportedly started their relationship in high school and have been together for over 35 years. They started their married life on 3 August 2001 when they tied the knot at The Mansion on Main Street in New Jersey.

During their long-term relationship, they welcomed five children. However, their marriage was rocked by several issues, including Allen Iverson’s alcohol abuse, financial mismanagement, and arguments, leading to their divorce in 2013.

After more than 10 years of separation, Allen Iverson announced their reunion in October 2025 during an interview with Stephen A. Smith. The former Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard said:

It was self-inflicted, but Tawanna divorcing me, that’s when I knew I had hit my lowest point, and it was time for some deep self-reevaluation. I mean, my number one. Obviously, we’ve been together 35 years. If you hang in there that long, it takes a lot to wanna go. And I came to find out afterwards, once we got back together.

FAQs

1. How many kids does Allen Iverson have? The former basketball player has five children, two sons and three daughters.
2. When did Allen Iverson have his first child? His first child, Tiaura Iverson, was born on 16 December 1994.
3. Who is Allen Iverson’s youngest kid? His daughter, Dream Alijha Iverson, born on 7 October 2008, is the youngest among the five kids.
4. What are Allen Iverson’s sons’ ages? His two sons, Allen Iverson II and Isaiah Rahsaan Iverson, are aged 27 and 22, respectively, as of May 2026.
5. Does Allen Iverson’s son play basketball? It is not publicly confirmed whether either of them currently plays basketball at a competitive level, but they showed an interest in the sport while growing up.
6. Who is the mother of Allen Iverson’s kids? All of the former basketball player’s kids were born to Tawanna Turner.
7. What happened to Allen Iverson’s wife? Iverson and Tawanna Turner divorced in 2013 and reunited in 2025.
8. How much did Allen Iverson pay in child support? He was ordered to pay $8,000 per month in child support for his five children following his 2013 divorce.

Allen Iverson’s sons and daughters remain a central part of his life despite his global fame. The former NBA star has often described his children as his support system during challenging times. He has since reconciled with his ex-wife, Tawanna Turner, after their 2013 divorce.

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