Social media influencer Julieanna “YesJulz” Goddard has publicly denied long-running affair rumors involving NBA legend LeBron James.
The 35-year-old Miami-based entrepreneur addressed the speculation during a spoof edition of “Hot Ones” with streamer N3on on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
The rumors, which have circulated since the early 2000s, resurfaced online last week, prompting Goddard to issue a direct clarification.
LeBron James, 40, has been married to his longtime partner Savannah James for over a decade, maintaining a clean reputation both on and off the court.
During the livestream, N3on asked Goddard directly about her alleged connection to the Los Angeles Lakers forward.
“They’re asking if you slept with LeBron,” he said. Goddard immediately responded:
“No, I never did. You got your LeBron question asked. Now let’s move forward. Thank you!”
The viral rumors trace back to lyrics from rapper Pusha T’s 2009 track “Popular Demand (Popeyes)”, which appeared to reference LeBron James and a woman resembling Madonna.
Fans have long speculated that the unnamed woman was YesJulz, though no evidence has ever supported the claim.
Public Reactions and Clarifications
Goddard has denied the allegations before, notably in a 2023 video on X (formerly Twitter), where she insisted that her relationship with LeBron James was strictly professional.
She stated that their connection stemmed from work-related collaborations, and she was once romantically linked to one of LeBron’s friends, though she declined to name him.
Despite her statements, social media users have continued to question her sincerity.
Comments ranged from skeptical—“She must have signed an NDA”—to outright dismissive.
Impact on LeBron James’ Public Image
For LeBron James, who remains a cornerstone of the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster, the renewed gossip comes amid the team’s preseason build-up and contract evaluations.
Analysts note that such off-court distractions are unlikely to affect his performance or team morale, given his longstanding professional discipline and media experience.
LeBron continues to lead the Lakers’ training sessions ahead of their next matchup, focusing on recovery and maintaining fitness after a minor injury earlier this season.
What’s Next
Neither LeBron James nor his representatives have publicly responded to the latest round of rumors.
The Lakers are set to face the Phoenix Suns this weekend, where James is expected to return to the lineup after resting a minor ankle issue.
Meanwhile, YesJulz continues to grow her brand as an event planner and digital marketer in Miami, steering attention back to her business ventures.
