Sad departure: LSU basketball women’s coach Kim Mulkey just passed away at the age of 62 years few minutes ago………. more details ⬇️
Sad departure: LSU basketball women’s coach Kim Mulkey just passed away at the age of 62 years few minutes ago………. more details ⬇️
Social media was set ablaze earlier today with unverified claims that LSU women’s basketball head coach Kim Mulkey had passed away at the age of 62. The shocking reports spread rapidly across platforms like Twitter and Facebook, leaving fans, players, and the sports community stunned. However, the rumors have since been confirmed as completely false.
As of now, there are no credible reports or official statements indicating that Kim Mulkey has passed. The veteran coach remains active and continues to lead the LSU Lady Tigers. The misinformation appears to have stemmed from a series of misleading social media posts and clickbait headlines that quickly gained traction.
Mulkey, a Hall of Fame coach and one of the most successful figures in women’s college basketball history, has faced health-related headlines in the past. In June 2023, she underwent a successful heart procedure to treat a significant arterial blockage. Two stents were placed, and she made a full recovery, returning to her coaching duties shortly after. There have been no recent reports suggesting any decline in her health.
More recently, in March 2025, Mulkey temporarily stepped away from her team during the SEC Tournament due to the sudden death of a close family friend. During that brief absence, associate head coach Bob Starkey stepped in to lead the Lady Tigers against Florida. Mulkey resumed her role soon after and was present on the bench for the following games.
Fans who were alarmed by today’s false reports are urged to seek information from official university channels or trusted news outlets. The University of Louisiana State (LSU) has not released any statement supporting the claim, and multiple sources close to the program have confirmed that Mulkey is alive and continuing her duties.
In an age where social media can often spread misinformation faster than the facts, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying news before sharing it.
Kim Mulkey remains very much alive, still leading LSU basketball with the same intensity and passion that have defined her Hall of Fame career.
