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Lisa Leslie's Family Album

Lisa Leslie Wedding Photos
By · Updated October 29, 2020
01
Just the Two of Us

In November 2006, WNBA legend Lisa Leslie tied the knot with Michael Lockwood, a pilot for UPS and author, before 85 guests in Maui. The happy couple met through Michael’s friend, whom Lisa met in an airport during a personal vacation.

“He told me him and his wife were a fan and then said, ‘Hey, I have a great guy you should meet you’re both tall,’” says Leslie with a laugh. “I’m thinking, ’I’m not trying to meet anyone; I’m good single,’ but I finally gave in and shared my number with him to give to Michael and the rest is history.”

“It was important for me to have an intimate ceremony with close family and friends,” says Leslie. “It was truly a beautiful day.”

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Lisa Leslie’s Family Album
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02
The Proposal

Lisa Leslie is all smiles as she poses next to the “I Love You” message left by Michael after his surprise proposal following the NCAA Women’s Final Four tournament on April 4, 2005, in Indianapolis, for which Leslie served as a commentator.

“I had no idea even after seeing the message on the bed in our hotel room that he was about to propose,” says Leslie. “I just thought, ‘Awww, how sweet!’But when he did get on bended knee I was so corny and like, ‘Oh yes, yes, yes.’”

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03
The Glow of Love

Shortly after their proposal, Lisa and Michael stand as one.

“During his proposal, Michael said,’I’ve asked God, your parents and now I’m asking you, Will You Marry Me?’” shares Leslie.

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04
In Full Bloom

Michael’s daughters served as the flower girls.

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05
Here Comes The Bride

Leslie was a vision as she made her way down the aisle.

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06
The Union

The couple exchanged traditional vows.

“This was the wedding I always dreamed of,” says Leslie.

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07
Sealing the Deal

Lisa and Michael share their first kiss as husband and wife.

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08
We Are Family

Lisa and Michael place necklaces they bought for their daughters symbolizing their union as a family.

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09
Wedded Bliss

Mr. and Mrs. Lockwood enjoy their first stroll as husband and wife.

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10
You and I

Lisa Leslie—the Los Angeles Sparks champ who is arguably the most famous female basketball player in the world and is set to star in ABC’s upcoming reality competition "Superstars"—sat down with ESSENCE.com to talk about marriage, motherhood and why she’s the happiest she’s ever been. A source of her joy is husband Michael Lockwood, whom she married in a fairy-tale wedding in Maui in 2006.

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11
Daddy’s Little Girls

Michael’s daughters anxiously await the bride.

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12
Love Birds

Michael’s daughters prepare to release doves in honor of Lisa and their dad’s blessed union.

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13
Family Ties

Christine, Leslie’s mom, poses with her new son-in-law Michael and daughter.

“Me and Michael danced with each other’s mom to Gerald and Eddie Levert’s version of ‘Wind Beneath My Wings’ because neither of our fathers were there,” says Leslie.

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14
Brotherly Love

Michael shares camera time with two of his three groomsmen.

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15
The Matchmaker

Michael with his best man, who introduced his buddy to Lisa via phone.

“If it weren’t for Michael’s friend, I might still be single,” Leslie admits.

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16
Love Song

The Lockwoods share their first dance to John Legend’s “So High.”

“I love that song!” exclaims Leslie. “It was perfect for our dance together.”

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17
So High

Lisa and Michael spent ten days in Maui for their honeymoon.

“It was great because we drove around the entire island biking, hiking, visiting the different waterfalls and volcanoes,” says Leslie. “We even spent a night in a bed and breakfast.”

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18
Balancing Act

“I love the island because it’s very old Hawaii and rich with history,” says Leslie. “I like traditional places like this because it doesn’t feel to touristy.”

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19
Flower Girl

Leslie takes in Maui’s beautiful flowers.

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20
Cool Runnings

Leslie gives the camera her best shot before one of the many waterfalls she and Michael visited.

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21
Maternal Instincts

Pregnant with her and Michael’s first child together, Leslie has that motherly glow.

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22
Three’s Company

Michael has a little fun while taking pictures with his expecting wife.

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23
Taking the Heat

Leslie catches a breeze poolside.

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24
The Happy Couple

Leslie says Lockwood keeps her in stitches. “He makes me laugh and I love to laugh,” she says.

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25
Family Affair

Michael is surrounded by the women in his life.

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26
Pen Pals

Lisa and Michael, both best-selling authors, share a high-five during one of their book signings. Lisa wrote her autobiography, “Don’t Let The Lipstick Fool You” and Michael penned “Women Have All The Power.”

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27
Mama’s Girl

Leslie snuggles with her daughter, Lauren Jolie.

“At 21 months, she’s already as tall as most 3-year-olds, so we make sure she’s advanced in her learning because I don’t ever want her to be mistaken for being older and not being on her appropriate learning curve,” explains Lisa. “She’s already saying her alphabet and can spell. She’s a smart girl.”

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28
Writer’s Corner

Leslie listens intently as her hubby divulges the secret of a woman’s ultimate power.

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29
Herstory

Leslie, who was the first woman to slam dunk in the WNBA and holds many other historical firsts, will retire this year as one of the greatest in the women’s league.

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30
Baby Face

Lauren Jolie shines on and off camera.

“She never ceases to amaze me and Michael,” says Leslie of her daughter.

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31
Crowning Glory

LJ is far from camera shy.

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32
Center Stage

Recent photos of Lauren Jolie show her emoting.

“The girl is an actress,” says Leslie with a laugh, who was signed to the Wilhemenia Modeling agency in June 1996. “The photographer asked us if he could display her photos for [advertising] and I’m like, wow, could this be her first modeling gig?”

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33
Easter Egg Hunt

Lauren focuses all her attention on her holiday treat.

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34
Pretty and Pensive

LJ doesn’t have a care in the world and takes time to reflect on her childhood.

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35
Happy Go Lucky

Lauren shows another side of her bubbly personality.

“Lauren is a trip; she’s always on,” says Leslie. “She keeps me and Michael cracking up.”

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36
Shy Girl

Lauren wears bashfulness so well.

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37
Friendly Skies and Slam Dunks

This power couple might have their own wonderful careers as a WNBA basketball legend and UPS pilot, respectively, but together they are a dynamic duo and always give each other props.

“We have a very traditional relationship,” says Leslie. “Michael is the provider and I’m the mom and wife. We work well together.”

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38
Stepping Out

Lisa, who will costar on the ABC reality show “Superstars,” a remake of a 1970’s show, has always been fashion forward and is a former Wilhemenia model.

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39
Heavy Metal

Sporting her Olympic Gold, Leslie spreads peace and love.

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40
Scribble and Dribble

The Lockwoods prepare for another book signing.

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41
Man of My Dreams

“Michael had everything I wanted in a man—right down to his long eyelashes,” says Leslie. “We spoke on the phone for a month before we met face-to-face. As women, you don’t truly realize the difference between a man and a boy until you find a real man, and I love Michael for teaching me that.”

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