Is Rajah Caruth related to NBA star Anthony Edwards? Everything we know so far
The internet is currently awash with stories of Rajah Caruth and Anthony Edwards' reported brotherhood. Reports say that Caruth and Edwards are half-bothers. However, many have instead linked Edwards with Michael Jordan. Here's what we know about their relations.
According to BroBible.com, Caruth and Edwards share the same father, Roger Caruth. Rajah Caruth's connection with the latter seems clearer as they share the same surname. Furthermore, reports say that the NASCAR Truck Series driver was born in a Caribbean household. His father is reportedly from Saint Vincent, and his mother is from Barbados.
The 22-year-old's family moved to Washington D.C. in 2009, and he considers himself a D.C. native.
He was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but he spent his childhood in Brooklyn, New York, and Washington DC. Notably, Edwards also spent his early days in Atlanta.
Does this mean that Edwards and Caruth are half-brothers? The answer appears to be yes. In this regard, it has also been reported that Edwards' parents are Yvette Edwards and Roger Caruth. However, the Edwards family has not shared any information on this question about this and kept things private.
This snubs the rumor that Anthony Edwards is the son of Michael Jordan. While many call him the next MJ, there is no reason to call him Jordan's son. It is completely baseless as there is no DNA test or public record to cement their connection.
Details about Colin Edwards and Rajah Caruth
Anthony Edwards is now a renowned name in the NBA world. Having made his NBA debut in the 2020-21 season, the Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard has taken the basketball world by storm as he was named to the NBA All-Star Team for two consecutive seasons, 2022-23 and 2023-24.
On the other hand, Caruth, the 21-year-old NASCAR Truck Series driver, rose to fame after he won the 2024 Victoria's Voice Foundation 200 held in Las Vegas. He currently races for Spire Motorsports in their #71 truck but has sponsorship from the legendary Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports.
He is the only Black driver in the Truck Series, and a mentee of Cup Series driver, Bubba Wallace. Interestingly, Caruth is also the third Black driver in the history of NASCAR after Wendell Scott and Wallace.
In a nutshell, 21-year-old Edwards and his reported 22-year-old half-brother Caruth are shining in their respective fields.