In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry and his family are mourning the profound loss of their beloved grandmother, Candy Adams. The devastating news, shared by Steph’s mother, Sonya Curry, via an emotional Instagram post on Monday, July 28, 2025, has sent shockwaves through the NBA community and beyond.
Sonya’s tribute painted a vivid picture of a woman who was the cornerstone of their family. “Heaven gained an angel, and we lost our heart,” she wrote. “Today we say goodbye to our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. A woman who taught us to love fiercely, laugh often, and keep family at the center of everything.” Her words captured the essence of Candy Adams—a matriarch whose warmth and wisdom shaped generations.
Sonya continued, “Her love lives on in every hug we give, every story we tell, and every lesson she left us with. As Luther said, ‘A house is not a home when there’s no one there to hold you tight.’ You were our home, and now your love lives in all of us. Rest easy now, we’ll carry you with us, always. ❤️ I love you Mommy.”
The Curry family, long admired for their tight-knit bond and prominence in the NBA spotlight, now faces an unimaginable void. Candy Adams’ passing has struck a chord, not just with the family but with fans across the globe. The outpouring of support on social media was immediate and overwhelming, as NBA fans, regardless of team allegiance, united to offer their condolences.
“@StephenCurry30 ….prayers up for you and your family,” one fan wrote, echoing the sentiments of many. Another added, “Condolences to the Curry Family 😞,” while a third shared, “Prayers up and sincerest condolences to Steph and his family 🙏🏾.” A Warriors faithful summed up the collective grief: “May her soul rest in peace, sending my prayers to the Curry family 🙏🏾🕊️.”
steph’s grandma, candy adams, has unfortunately passed away. sending condolences to the entire curry family.
may she rest in peace 🙏🕊️ pic.twitter.com/MORGgY8nJ4
— nana (@namxsj) July 28, 2025
The timing of this tragedy adds another layer of poignancy. Just months ago, on May 8, 2025, Steph Curry was seen on the bench during Game 2 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center, his focus on the court. Now, off the court, he and his family navigate the painful reality of loss—a challenge far greater than any game.
Grief, as universal as it is unpredictable, spares no one. For the Curry family, the process of mourning Candy Adams will undoubtedly be a journey marked by both sorrow and cherished memories. As they honor her legacy, the NBA world stands with them, offering love and support during this difficult time.
Candy Adams’ spirit, as Sonya so eloquently expressed, will endure in the stories, laughter, and love that continue to bind the Curry family. May they find solace in her enduring legacy and the embrace of a community that shares in their grief.