Jason Collins reportedly left detailed instructions about what should happen to his possessions after his death. Court documents reveal that the former NBA star planned carefully for his family, husband and charitable causes. The filing also places the value of his personal property at more than $1.8 million. However, Collins may have held additional assets separately through private trusts.
Jason Collins left written instructions explaining who should receive his personal possessions
According to TMZ Sports, Collins signed his will in October 2025. That came several months before he publicly revealed his Stage 4 glioblastoma diagnosis. The Jason Collins will reportedly includes an unusually personal detail. Collins said he had placed a written note inside a safe-deposit box for his executor.
That note explains who should receive specific possessions. The items reportedly include jewelry, watches, silverware, clothing, cars and other personal effects.
Collins named his aunt, Teri, as executor. The documents also list his husband and twin brother, Jarron Collins, as alternate executors if she cannot serve. His beneficiaries reportedly include his parents, brother, cousin, husband and aunt. Collins also directed part of his estate toward two LGBTQ charities.
Those organizations include Glisten, which supports safer and more inclusive schools for LGBTQ+ youth, and the Point Foundation. Collins had served on Point Foundation’s honorary board and supported its work with LGBTQ+ students.
The $1.8 million figure applies to personal property listed in the Jason Collins estate documents. TMZ notes that private trusts could contain additional assets outside that amount.
Collins died May 12 at age 47 following his battle with glioblastoma. The NBPA remembered him as a trailblazer whose influence extended far beyond basketball. He made history in 2013 as the first active male athlete in a major North American team sport to publicly come out.
Collins had also spoken openly about his cancer diagnosis before his death. His final estate plans now show another part of the legacy he wanted to leave behind.
