Last updated on: February 5, 2025

DeCarlo Griner is the half-brother of Brittney Griner. He is also the elder one of the sibling and one of the most well-known basketball women. Though Brittney is highly known, the life of Brittney would have been different with him. It’s time to learn more about DeCarlo and his link with the basketball woman in WNBA.

Quick Facts About DeCarlo Griner

Full Name	DeCarlo Griner
Birthdate	1990
Occupation	Mechanic, truck driver
Husband/Wife	Not Known
Education	N/A
Age	35 years and 2 months old
Parents	Raymond Griner (father), Sandra Griner (mother)
Siblings	SheKera Griner (sister), Pier Griner (sister), Brittney Griner (half-sister)
Children	Daughter named Sydney
Net Worth	<$1 million (as of 2025)

Family Background

DeCarlo is the son of the first wife of Raymond Griner, Brittney’s father. He is therefore 17 years elder to Brittney, who was born in 1990. This makes him the eldest among all siblings. Besides Brittney, DeCarlo has two sisters who are much younger; namely SheKera, who is 10 years elder to Brittney, and Pier, who is 5 years elder.

Raymond Griner is DeCarlo’s dad. He has been a sheriff and a war veteran. Prior to becoming an officer, Raymond was in the Vietnam War. Raymond has been there for all his children; he loves his children dearly.
Height and physical attributes

One thing that stands out about DeCarlo is his height. He is 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm) tall. This is very tall, especially when compared to most people. Being tall is not unusual in the Griner family since Brittney herself is 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm) tall. DeCarlo’s height has likely contributed to the athleticism in the family.

DeCarlo’s Role in Brittney’s Life

DeCarlo may not be as popular as Brittney. However, he has always been a very important part of her life. She has shared thick and thin with him, as there is a 17-year age difference between the two siblings. They never shared the same house when they were growing up, but their connection remained strong during all these years.

During difficult times when Brittney was in Russia, DeCarlo stood with her. In fact, he had a significant contribution to making the family tide over that really nasty time. Immediately Brittney was detained, DeCarlo left to Houston to stand with Brittney until she needed him no more. He was indeed a big support system for her. She knew she could always count on him.

Career of DeCarlo

DeCarlo is not as publicized as Brittney, but he has worked several jobs in his lifetime. He has been a mechanic and truck driver, among other jobs. While we may not know all the details about his career, it’s clear that DeCarlo is a hard worker and has done what he can to support his family.

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DeCarlo’s Family Life

DeCarlo is a father to a daughter named Sydney from another relationship. Despite wanting to keep his personal life on the down-low, it is evident that he really cares for his family. He treats his daughter the best way a father can, just like his own father has always wanted the best for him, Raymond.

Even though DeCarlo leads a pretty quiet life in comparison to his sister, the family is everything to him. He still plays an important part in the lives of Brittney and his other siblings.

Support During Tough Times

One of the most moving aspects of DeCarlo’s life is how supportive he has been during Brittney’s struggles. In 2022, when Brittney was detained in Russia, the whole family united to bring her home. One of the first people to come forward and help was DeCarlo. He used his platform to raise awareness and support Brittney during that difficult time. His loyalty and love for his sister were there for the whole world to see.

Even after Brittney was freed in December 2022, DeCarlo stood by her side. He made sure that she knew that she was never alone and would stand with her through everything. Their bond remains a reminder that family is really important and strong during hard times.

 

Source: celebs.infoseemedia.com