One die-hard LeBron James fan has taken his love for the NBA superstar to a level that is difficult to ignore. The fan got a tattoo of LeBron James’ face inked across his stomach.
Apparently, a jersey was just not permanent enough.
The tattoo is impossible to miss. It puts LeBron front and center on the fan’s stomach. Every time the shirt comes off, King James is apparently ready to make an appearance.
Talk about having a superstar living rent-free.
Most people think carefully before getting a tattoo. They consider the design, the location and consider whether they will still like it 20 years later.
This fan apparently considered one thing.
LeBron, and then went for it.
To be fair, LeBron has spent decades building a massive global fan base. He has won championships, collected individual awards, has become one of the most recognizable athletes on the planet.
So this fan clearly believes the King deserves prime real estate, and the stomach apparently qualified.
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There is also something hilarious about the commitment. Imagine explaining the tattoo to someone who has never watched basketball.
The tattoo also creates an interesting problem for the future. What happens if LeBron eventually retires? What happens if the fan suddenly decides he prefers another player?
Well, there is always laser removal.
Although removing a giant celebrity face from your belly sounds like a fun afternoon nobody requested.
And then there is the question of what happens when the fan gains or loses weight.
LeBron could end up looking slightly different.
Still, you have to respect the dedication.
This is not a tiny logo hidden somewhere, it’s not a discreet jersey number. This is LeBron James staring out from the man’s stomach like he is waiting for tipoff.
It is bold, permanent and it is definitely memorable.
LeBron has plenty of fans who admire his career, but very few can say they literally carry his face everywhere they go.
