Frank Hicks and Desiree Hicks are his parents. The kindest, most generous lady he’s ever encountered is his mother Desiree. Dad Frank is strict and by the book. He served in the military for 22 years and isn’t interested in justifications.

From each, Akiem has taken. Not much is known about their personal lives as Akiem tends to keep his family life separate from the public.

Their son, Akiem Hicks is a professional American football player who currently plays as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Sacramento City College and at the University of Regina.

He began his NFL career with the New Orleans Saints in 2012 and has also played for the New England Patriots and Chicago Bears. Hicks has been named to the Pro Bowl twice in his career and has been recognized as one of the top defensive linemen in the league.

Hicks was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft and also played for the New England Patriots before joining the Chicago Bears in 2016. On June 2, 2022, Hicks signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Hicks is known for his size, strength, and ability to disrupt opposing offences, and he has been a key player for the Bears’ defence.