Former NBA player Jason Collins died at 47 after a battle with brain cancer. His husband, film producer Brunson Green, became a steady support throughout his treatment, travel, and final days. Green, known for producing The Help, met Collins in 2013 and the couple married in 2025 after about a decade together.
Former NBA player Jason Collins died at 47 after a battle with glioblastoma, a highly aggressive grade 4 brain cancer. His family confirmed his death. Glioblastoma is difficult to treat and often carries a low survival outlook, making Collins’ fight and legacy resonate beyond the court.
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