 Hester was in a relationship with Tamara James, a women's basketball player he met at the University of Miami. James played professionally for the Washington Mystics. Their engagement was later called off. Later, Hester married Zingha Walcott, an elementary school teacher in 2010. They have two sons. Hester ’ s family lives in Florida and was struck by Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Hester has assisted his family financially in helping them rebuild their home. His brother Lenorris Jr., lived with Hester during his tenure with the Bears. Raised in a Christian household, Hester brings a Bible to every game he plays.
