Larsa Pippen, star of The Real Housewives of Miami, may be preparing for the next significant step in her relationship with boyfriend Marcus Jordan. While attending BravoCon on Saturday, November 4, the 49-year-old exclusively revealed her thoughts on marriage, stating, "I genuinely enjoy being married. Having a partner who is evolving and growing together... I am certain that I will tie the knot again."
In September 2022, the news broke about Pippen and Jordan's romantic relationship. They kept their connection private initially due to the ongoing feud between Larsa's ex-husband, Scottie Pippen, and Marcus' father, Michael Jordan. The feud stems from their time as teammates on the Chicago Bulls in the '80s and '90s. Pippen, who is now 58 years old, criticized Jordan's The Last Dance docuseries in his memoir called Unguarded in 2021. He felt that the series did not give enough recognition and appreciation to him and their other Bulls teammates.
Despite the strained relationship between their respective loved ones, Larsa and Marcus decided to go public with their romance on Instagram in January. Marcus started making occasional appearances on the fifth season of RHOM (Real Housewives of Miami), and he is expected to play a more prominent role in the show's sixth season, which just premiered.
Larsa praised Marcus for being genuinely authentic when he joined the RHOM cast, describing him as open and confident, which she believed made him a valuable addition to the team.
The couple's relationship has grown stronger over the past year, and Larsa and Marcus have hinted at the possibility of getting married. In August, a source revealed that Marcus had given Larsa a promise ring, indicating that they were currently discussing the idea of marriage.
Last month, Marcus sparked more speculation about their engagement when he mentioned on the "Pablo Torres Finds Out" podcast that they are currently scouting venues for their upcoming wedding.
Marcus also mentioned that they are considering whether or not to document their big day for RHOM, as they value their privacy. One possibility they are considering is having multiple weddings to cater to their preference for privacy.
"There will be a private ceremony for our family and friends, and perhaps a slightly more public one," he stated. "However, only time will reveal the outcome." It seems that Marcus and Larsa may face some challenges with Marcus' family before the wedding. Michael, who is 60 years old, gained attention in July when he made a joke about Larsa and Marcus' relationship. When he was asked about his opinion on his son's romance with Larsa, Michael answered with a straightforward "No."
Larsa, who has four children with Scottie - Scott Jr., 22, Preston, 21, Justin, 18, and Sophie, 14 - expressed her disapproval of the remark. "I felt quite embarrassed," she revealed during an episode of "Separation Anxiety" in July, a show she co-hosts with Marcus. "It was almost traumatising. I thought, 'Oh my goodness, what are we going to do?'"
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Marcus brushed off his dad's criticism at the time, attributing it to the NBA all-star's playful nature. However, Larsa expressed her lack of amusement about the situation.
One aspect that remains drama-free is the relationship between Marcus and Larsa's children, who have developed a strong bond. Larsa, who recently finalized her divorce from Scottie in 2021, shared exclusively with Us in June, "They adore Marcus. I mean, they really love him, and it feels like we're all on the same page." She elaborated, stating that when she discusses basketball with her older son Scotty, Marcus actively participates in the conversation. Similarly, when talking to her son Preston about fashion, Marcus's expertise as a boutique owner comes into play. It effortlessly complements our family dynamic.
Larsa expressed her utmost contentment with her current life situation during her conversation with Us on Saturday, irrespective of whether or not marriage is in her future plans. She enthused, "I think it's amazing. I am in an exceptionally good place. I have immense affection for my boyfriend, and this is where I find myself today." Furthermore, Larsa shared that viewers will have the opportunity to witness a fresh aspect of her personality as she delves into a romantic relationship in season 6 of RHOM.