Carmelo Anthony and Racquel Smith in Saint-Tropez

Former NBA star Carmelo Anthony and Racquel Smith, the widow of former NFL player Will Smith, have sparked widespread speculation about a romantic relationship following a series of social media posts from a getaway in Saint-Tropez, France. The pair were seen in photos and videos shared by Smith on Instagram this week, appearing relaxed and intimate against the backdrop of the Mediterranean resort.

The posts, which included a photo of Anthony with his arm around Smith's waist and a video of them together in an elevator, were accompanied by inspirational captions, including one that read, "We are not here long enough to be living unhappy." The couple coordinated in elegant black attire for an evening outing. Observers noted the posts appeared to be a deliberate, if unofficial, introduction of their connection to the public, a move often described as a "soft launch."

This is not the first time the two have been linked. In September 2025, they were reportedly spotted together at a Bad Bunny concert in Puerto Rico, which also fueled dating rumors. Neither Anthony nor Smith has publicly confirmed the nature of their relationship.

Anthony, 42, a ten-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Famer...