Larsa Pippen rang in her 51st birthday in peak Leo-season fashion, draped in glam, heels sharp enough to start a fast break, and boyfriend Jeff Coby by her side. The Real Housewives of Miami star turned heads at ORO Miami before diving into the late-night chaos of E11EVEN with her entourage. Flashbulbs popped, the music roared, and Larsa lived it up…grown woman style. 

But while Larsa was surrounded by friends and glam, one thing stood out, only one of her four kids was part of the celebration. Her daughter Sophia made a pregame appearance, but there was no sign of Scotty Pippen Jr., Preston, or Justin. The absence was noticed, and fans had questions. Then, in the midst of the party recap and red carpet snaps, Larsa dropped a quiet moment on her Instagram Story, and it hit differently.

In the photo, she holds a card in front of a large bouquet of red roses. The message? “Happy Birthday Mom Love You” written in the familiar pen of her children. Her caption? Just: “Thx kids.” A quiet gesture, but it hit. Despite their absence, the love remained strong.

No glam filter, no big energy, just a heartfelt acknowledgment that, no matter where they were or what they were doing, her kids remembered her day. For all the buzz around her Miami nightlife, this was the moment that won the fans. A simple nod to the people who matter most.

Now, if you’ve been following the saga, from the divorce with Scottie Pippen. To her highly publicized breakup with Marcus Jordan, you already know Larsa’s family journey hasn’t been quiet. And while she’s now dating Jeff Coby, a 6’8” former pro baller with a résumé that spans the NBA G League and overseas leagues, she’s made one thing clear: this relationship is different.

Why did the Pippen children skip out on Larsa’s moment?

Larsa Pippen told People that her past relationships didn’t sit well with her kids. “They didn’t vibe” with those partners. But Coby? He’s not just “the boyfriend”….he’s family now. Larsa says the kids love hanging out with him. “They play board games. They love to hang out. They talk basketball.” Even Scotty Pippen Jr, currently with the Memphis Grizzlies, is looped in. “We talk to my son, Scotty, after every game,” Larsa shared, as she and Jeff break down plays and recap his performance.

Larsa Pippen’s openness about the way Jeff fits into her family life signals something big. This isn’t a headline-grabbing situationship. This is her redefining what her love life looks like, with intentional boundaries. Despite the absence of her three sons from the birthday festivities, Larsa’s quiet acknowledgment through her “Thx kids” story showed that the love’s still there…and mutual. It wasn’t about who was seen at the club. It was about who showed up in ways that matter.

And Jeff Coby? He’s not chasing cameras. He’s helping her niece with multiplication tables over FaceTime. That, Larsa says, “was so sweet… that’s why this is my guy.” The couple, who got together in early 2025, have even started talking about engagement rings. She’s dropped hints about her favorite styles: brilliant-cut or opal. No date’s been set, but let’s be real..we’re in engagement mode now.

For NBA fans who grew up watching Scottie Pippen dominate the hardwood, seeing Larsa evolve from NBA royalty spouse to reality TV icon. And now, into a woman protecting her peace is one of the most unexpected yet captivating transformations off the court. Her latest birthday wasn’t just a party. It was a pivot. One that embraced love, boundaries, and gratitude, whether her sons could make it or not.