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LeBron Celebrates Chef's Birthday Amid Lakers Tensions

1/23/2026

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LeBron James hosted a birthday celebration for his private chef, Dena Marino, on January 22, 2026.
The event followed a report that Lakers owner Jeanie Buss was frustrated with him.
An Instagram video shows James and his family singing "Happy Birthday" to Marino.
Marino reshared the clip and expressed gratitude.
The James family has a long-standing relationship with Marino, who has earned James's praise for her culinary skills.

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LeBron James hosted a birthday celebration for his private chef, Dena Marino, on January 22, 2026.
The event followed a report that Lakers owner Jeanie Buss was frustrated with him.
An Instagram video shows James and his family singing "Happy Birthday" to Marino.
Marino reshared the clip and expressed gratitude.
The James family has a long-standing relationship with Marino, who has earned James's praise for her culinary skills.