“We love watching them together”: Savannah James Reveals the Surprising Movie Genre That Unites the James Family

LeBron James, a titan of the NBA, and his wife, Savannah James, stand as one of the league’s most enduring and admired power couples, navigating the highs and lows of fame and fortune together. Their bond extends to their three children: LeBron “Bronny” James Jr., Bryce Maximus, and their daughter, Zhuri Nova. In a candid interview with The Cut magazine, Savannah offered a glimpse into their family’s downtime, revealing a surprising shared passion that brings them all together – a love for horror films.

Far from being intimidated by the macabre, Savannah James embraces the thrill of the genre. “You know what? There is. We really thrive in our routine. Everyone: LeBron, Bronny, Bryce, Zhuri,” Savannah shared, providing a rare peek into the rhythm of their daily lives. She described a structured household, noting, “I get up, and I usually take Zhuri to school. I don’t like to work out in the morning just because I don’t like to wake up to work out. But I do like to get it done at some point during the day,” she told The Cut in 2023.

Despite the extraordinary nature of their public lives, the James family maintains a sense of normalcy within their home. LeBron and Savannah have fostered independence in their children. Bronny, now old enough to drive, handles his own transportation to practice. Zhuri, the youngest, balances her schoolwork with dance and volleyball, with the support of their nanny, Courtney. “Zhuri, with her volleyball, only practices on Fridays and Sundays. She dances at school, and I have help with her from our nanny, Courtney,” Savannah explained.

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It is when the entire family gathers at home that their shared passions truly come to the forefront. “By the time everyone is home, we’re all chilling; we’ll have dinner, we’ll watch a movie,” Savannah revealed. And their movie nights are often dedicated to the chilling and suspenseful world of horror.

“It’s just entertainment to us. I know that’s so weird and dark to say, but we love horror movies and we love watching them together,” she added, highlighting the unique bonding experience the genre provides for their family. Savannah even takes pride in her ability to predict the twists and turns of the narratives. “And I usually figure it out within the first 15 minutes, and I’m like, This is the killer. This is what’s going to happen. Usually, I’m right. Pat myself on the back for that. I do really good.”

While the entire family enjoys the thrill of horror, Savannah exercises discretion when it comes to age appropriateness for Zhuri. “Yeah. Zhuri likes to watch them, but I censor that,” she said with a chuckle, indicating a balance between family fun and responsible parenting. However, their shared interest extends beyond mainstream horror, with Savannah expressing a particular fondness for cult classics and eerie television series.

“I’m definitely a cult-classic girl,” Savannah admitted. “I like Freddy. I like Jason. I like Michael Myers. I like the Scream series. The new one was really good. And I put it on my Instagram sometimes, but I’m a huge fan of the American Horror Story series. Definitely looking forward to that new season,” she shared at the time of the interview.

Savannah’s insights into her family life paint a picture of a close-knit unit that prioritizes fun and connection amidst the pressures of fame and constant media attention. The James family is undoubtedly one of the most talked-about in the world of basketball, but behind the spotlight, they carve out precious time to unwind together, finding shared excitement in the captivating and sometimes terrifying world of horror stories. Their unusual family tradition serves as a reminder that even the most high-profile individuals find common ground and create lasting memories through simple, shared experiences.