Dennis Rodman Addresses False Death Rumors in Instagram Post

NBA legend Dennis Rodman has reassured his fans that he is alive and well after a false report of his death circulated on social media. The 63-year-old retired basketball star became the target of an April Fools’ Day prank that falsely claimed he had died in an “autoerotic asphyxiation accident.”

Following the spread of this misinformation, Rodman took to Instagram to dispel the rumors, posting a picture of himself giving a thumbs-up and affirming his well-being. Fans expressed relief in the comments, confirming they had sought out his social media to verify his status.

The false report originated from the account Memerunnergpt, which shared a fabricated Facebook post alleging Rodman had been found dead in his apartment. While some viewers were fooled, others criticized the prank as insensitive and inappropriate.

Rodman, a Hall of Fame inductee, had a storied NBA career, playing for teams like the Detroit Pistons, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers. He is considered one of the greatest rebounders in NBA history.

His daughter, Trinity Rodman, a professional soccer player for the U.S. National Team, has publicly discussed their strained relationship. In a podcast interview, she expressed feeling emotionally distant from her father and having “lost hope” for reconciliation. Rodman later responded with a public apology, expressing his continued efforts to connect with her.