Tributes poured in from heartbroken fans

DWIGHT HOWARD has suffered a devastating personal tragedy after his dog was killed in an alleged hit-and-run incident.

The NBA legend is in mourning after revealing his beloved dog, Sunday, died after being hit by a car on June 18 in Suwanee, Georgia.

Dwight Howard wearing an Atlanta Falcons jersey.
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Dwight Howard is in mourning after suffering a personal tragedyCredit: Splash

Dwight Howard hugging two German Shepherds.
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The NBA legend revealed his beloved dog, Sunday, had been killed in an alleged hit-and-runCredit: instagram @dwighthoward

Dwight Howard with his dog.
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He appealed for the public’s help for information following a heartbreaking tribute postCredit: instagram @dwighthoward
The three-time Defensive Player of the Year paid tribute by sharing a series of pictures of himself and the Belgian Malinois on his Instagram page.

He begged for answers to help him find out the truth of what had happened after a car struck the pet and didn’t stop after it had got loose.

The center said: “I’ve been trying to hold this in… I really have but it’s killing me inside to get answers!

“I need answers and I won’t stop searching until I find out what happen to my beautiful Sunday.

“Rest in love, Sunday. You’ll always be my baby. I’ll carry your heart with mine forever.”

“Please, if anyone has any information regarding a Belgian Malinois that was hit by a car on June 18th 2025 in Suwanee, Georgia, please let me know.”

In a lengthy tribute post 39-year-old said: “From the moment I got you, Sunday, you were more than just my dog… You were my peace. My protector.

“A reminder of everything beautiful and calm just like those early Sunday mornings. You hugged like no other. Barked at nothing like it meant everything.

“And every time I called your name, you came running full speed like your only mission was to love me.

“You waited at the door for me every single day, just to wrap your paws around me. And I’m gonna miss those hugs more than I can put into words.

“You were joy. You were warmth. You were my girl. And your life was cut short too soon.

“You helped me Smile through all the storms I’ve been through but what do I do now that my Sunday Sunshine is gone.

“I was having a great time in New York this past week until I got the news that my Sunday got loose and was hit by a car that kept going.

“I’m devastated because you were the dog that never left my side, the dog that stuck to my hip at all times, and the one time you wander off without me being there someone takes you away from me.”

Tributes poured in from fans about the heartbreaking news, with one writing: “My condolences brother Sunday was a beautiful dog. May you find the answers and have peace.”

A second said: “I’m so sorry D.”

A third added: “R.I.P Sunday.”

Howard has not retired from basketball completely, but has left the NBA behind after 18 seasons.

The eight-time All-Star had not played in the league since 2022, having won his first ring in 2020 with a LeBron James inspired LA Lakers.

But he now plays in the BIG3 league in Taiwan.