Lakers Star Dwight Howard Ends Nasty Court War With Late Girlfriend Melissa Rios' Mother, Allows Visitation With Son David During NBA Season
Sept. 24 2021, Published 6:05 p.m. ET
NBA star Dwight Howard is finally done fighting the mother of his late baby mama Melissa Rios.
According to court documents obtained by Radar, Dwight and Edelmira Rios have reached a detailed agreement that lays out when she can visit her grandson, David.
As we previously reported, last year, shortly after Melissa’s death, Edelmire sued Dwight demanding visitation. She said David had spent a great deal of time with her prior to his mother's passing.
Melissa Rios passed away at the age of 31 after suffering an epileptic seizure. Edelmire and David were headed to trial as the NBA star opposed the entire lawsuit.
Dwight initially resisted hashing out a deal saying he had sole custody and would allow Edelmire a flexible schedule. He told the court David lived with him in Georgia.
Prior to Melissa’s death, he shared joint custody with his ex. However, it looks like he caved a bit and worked it out with Melissa’s mother. A court order issued following a August