Childhood and Education Journey of Damian Lillard in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Damian Lillard, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Damian Lillard, nicknamed "Dame Time", is a professional basketball player currently with the Milwaukee Bucks. He previously played college basketball for Weber State, earning All-American honors. Drafted sixth overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in 2012, he was named NBA Rookie of the Year. During his time with the Trail Blazers, he achieved seven NBA All-Star selections, seven All-NBA Team selections, and became the franchise's all-time leading scorer before being traded to the Bucks.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

July 15, 1990: Damian Lillard's Birth

On July 15, 1990, Damian Lamonte Ollie Lillard Sr. was born. He later became a professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks.

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2012: Entering the NBA Draft

In 2012, Damian Lillard decided to skip his senior season to enter the NBA draft, finishing his college career as the No. 2 scorer in Weber State history with 1,934 points.

2012: Third-team All-American honors

In 2012, Damian Lillard earned third-team All-American honors while playing college basketball for the Weber State Wildcats. He was later drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers with the sixth overall pick in the NBA draft.

2013: Lillard Revives Never Worry Picnic

In 2013, Damian Lillard revived the Never Worry Picnic in Brookfield Park after his standout rookie season. The East Oakland event had been discontinued when he was 12 years old.

May 2015: Graduation from Weber State University

In May 2015, Damian Lillard completed his degree in professional sales from Weber State University.

July 2015: Lillard Releases First Single

In July 2015, Damian Lillard released his first full-length single, "Soldier in the Game", via SoundCloud, marking his entry into professional music.

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October 21, 2016: Lillard Releases Debut Album "The Letter O"

On October 21, 2016, Damian Lillard, also known as Dame D.O.L.L.A, released his debut album "The Letter O", marking his entry into the music industry.

October 6, 2017: Lillard Releases Second Album "Confirmed"

On October 6, 2017, Damian Lillard, known as Dame D.O.L.L.A, released his second album "Confirmed", continuing his music career.

March 29, 2018: Lillard Welcomes First Child

On March 29, 2018, Damian Lillard and his then wife welcomed their first child, a son named Damian Jr.

August 9, 2019: Lillard Releases Third Album "Big D.O.L.L.A."

On August 9, 2019, Damian Lillard, under the name Dame D.O.L.L.A, released his third album, "Big D.O.L.L.A.", featuring guests Lil Wayne, Mozzy, and Jeremih.

September 2020: Lillard Releases "Kobe" Single

In September 2020, Damian Lillard released his single "Kobe", featuring Snoop Dogg and Derrick Milano, as a tribute to Kobe Bryant. The song is part of the soundtrack for NBA 2K21.

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2020: Lillard Becomes Co-Owner of Toyota Dealership

In 2020, Damian Lillard, along with business partner Brian Sanders, became co-owner of a Toyota dealership, now known as Damian Lillard Toyota, in McMinnville, Oregon.