Malik Beasley, the 6-foot-4 guard out of Florida State, has had a roller coaster career in the NBA. Being drafted 19th overall in the 2016 draft, he spent most of his career in the Mile High City before being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2020. He’d post the best figures of his career there, breaking the franchise record for most three-pointers made in a season. Over the next few seasons, however, Beasley hopped around teams before finding a solid ground in Detroit.
The shooting guard regained his rhythm with the Pistons. Not a year in, broke the single-season franchise record for the most three-pointers made. He was back on his feet soon enough, averaging 13.5 points in the playoff series. As the Detroit star continues up the ladder, let’s take a closer look at Malik’s personal life.
Who are Malik Beasley’s parents? What is their nationality?
Malik Beasley is the son of Michael and Deena Beasley. Both of them live in Atlanta, Georgia, and are born and raised Americans. Michael’s father, John Beasley, was a veteran stage actor, having worked opposite acting stalwarts like Robert Duvall (The Apostle) and Oprah Winfrey (Brewster Place). He also famously portrayed Coach Warren in the famous Sports Drama ‘Rudy.”
John has passed on his legacy, having numerous multi-talented people in the family. His son and Malik’s dad, Michael, has made quite a name for himself, too.
Who is Malik Beasley’s father, Michael Beasley?
Malik’s father, Michael, is a star of his own. The 56-year-old patriarch is a former basketball player, having played in Puerto Rico, Chile, and the Dominican Republic. However, Michael is a more distinguished actor than he was a basketballer. Having appeared in over 82 movies and shows (according to his IMDB), Michael has had quite a decent career as an actor. Just like his father, Michael has had the chance to act alongside many prominent figures of his generation and has been involved in several box office hits.
Having acted with Dwayne Johnson in Ballers and Jumanji: The Next Level and with Ben Affleck in The Accountant, Beasley’s resume is quite remarkable. He has also shared a set with Denzel Washington in Flight, forming quite a connection with the Academy Award-winning actor. Washington frequently visited the Lakers’ games during Malik’s time there and even hooked Malik’s parents up with nice tickets. Michael, however, is not the only star in the Beasley family. Let’s see what Malik’s mother, Deena, does.
Who is Malik Beasley’s mother, Deena Beasley?
Malik’s mother, Deena Beasley, is also a versatile actor. Deena is a former model and singer-songwriter and has worked in several movies and TV shows. The mother of Pistons Guard, just like her husband, has been part of many box office hits and has worked alongside quite a few celebrity names. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire starring Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Cage led Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans are a couple of features on the list.
The for the most exciting part, Deena has also acted with her husband as an on-screen couple in the Justin Timberlake Netflix movie ‘Reptile’.
Away from the entertainment, the actress is an ambassador for the LivingHeart2Heart Foundation after surviving multiple heart attacks. Deena and Michael are an acting power-couple and are big supporters of their son.
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