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Michael Jordan
- Michael Jordan was born on February 17, 1963, in Wieden, West Virginai.
- He attended University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he played college basketball.
- Jordan was drafted first overall by the Chicago Bulls in 1984.
- He won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls (1991–1993, 1996–1998).
- Jordan won five NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards.
- He won six NBA Finals MVP awards.
- Jordan won 10 scoring titles.
- He was named NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 1988.
- Jordan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.
- His jersey number 23 and 45 are retired by the Chicago Bulls.
- Jordan is widely considered the greatest basketball player of all time.
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Career
- Michael Jordan played 15 seasons in the NBA, all with the Chicago Bulls.
- He won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls (1991-1993, 1996-1998).
- Jordan was named NBA Finals MVP six times (1991, 1992, 1996, 1997, 1998).
- He was named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) five times (1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998).
- Jordan was selected as an NBA All-Star 14 times.
- He was named NBA Rookie of the Year in 1985.
- He holds the NBA record for career points scored (32,292).
- Jordan is the NBA's all-time leader in playoff points scored (3,283).
- He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.
- Jordan won two Olympic Gold Medals (1984, 1992).
- He averaged 30.1 points per game in his NBA career, the highest in NBA history.
- Jordan retired from professional basketball twice: once in 1993 and again in 1998.
- He was a 14-time All-Star.
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Actor
Here are some interesting facts about Michael Jordan as an actor:
- Michael Jordan made his first acting appearance in the 1996 film "Space Jam", where he starred alongside the Looney Tunes characters.
- He received positive reviews for his role in "Space Jam" and his performance was praised by critics and fans alike.
- Michael Jordan also made cameo appearances in several TV shows including "Saturday Night Live" and "The Steve Harvey Show".
- Despite his success as a basketball player, Michael Jordan did not pursue a full-time acting career and instead focused on his sports and business ventures.
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Baseball Player
- Michael Jordan briefly switched from basketball to baseball in 1994.
- He signed a minor league contract with the Chicago White Sox.
- During his time as a baseball player, Jordan played for the Birmingham Barons.
- He primarily played as an outfielder.
- Despite his success in basketball, Jordan struggled to perform at the same level in baseball.
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Basketball Player
- Michael Jordan played 15 seasons in the NBA, from 1984 to 1998.
- He was drafted #1 overall by the Chicago Bulls in 1984.
- Jordan won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls (1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998).
- He won five NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards (1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998).
- Jordan won six NBA Finals MVP awards.
- He was named NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 1988.
- Jordan led the league in scoring 10 times.
- He holds the NBA record for highest career regular season scoring average (30.1 points per game).
- Jordan was a 14-time All-Star.
- He retired from professional basketball twice: once in 1993 and again in 1998.
- Jordan played for the Washington Wizards from 2001 to 2003.
- His jersey number 23 is retired by the Chicago Bulls.
- He holds the NBA record for most career points scored (32,292).
- Jordan won two Olympic gold medals with the "Dream Team" (1992, 1996).
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Businessman
- Businessman Michael Jordan is the majority owner and chairman of the Charlotte Hornets, an NBA team.
- He has a successful line of athletic clothing and shoes under the "Air Jordan" brand, which is a subsidiary of Nike.
- Michael Jordan also owns several restaurants and a car dealership.
- He has endorsement deals with companies like Gatorade, Hanes, and Upper Deck.
- Businessman Michael Jordan is known for his savvy investments, including his ownership stake in the NBA's Charlotte Hornets.
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Olympic Athlete
- Michael Jordan competed in the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics as a member of the U.S. Dream Team.
- He won a gold medal at the 1984 Olympics, contributing to the team's dominant performance.
- Jordan scored 39 points in the United States' 1984 Olympic gold medal game against the Soviet Union.
- He was selected as an alternate for the 1988 Seoul Olympics, but did not participate due to his NBA commitments.
- Jordan's participation in the 1984 Olympics helped elevate basketball's profile globally.
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Team Owner
- Michael Jordan became the team owner of the Charlotte Hornets in 2010.
- As an owner, Jordan has been actively involved in the operations and decision-making processes of the team.
- Under Jordan's ownership, the Hornets have made efforts to improve the team's performance and competitiveness in the NBA.
- Jordan's leadership as a team owner has been recognized within the sports industry.
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Personal Life
- Michael Jordan is an avid golfer and even owns his own golf course.
- He is a passionate collector of watches and has a large collection.
- Jordan is famously known for his love of cigars, often seen smoking them at various events.
- He is a philanthropist, actively supporting several charitable organizations and initiatives.
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Family
- Michael Jordan is married to Yvette Prieto, a Cuban American model. They married in 2013.
- He has five children: Jeffrey, Marcus, Jasmine, Victoria, and Ysabel.
- Jordan's father, James Jordan, played a significant role in his life and was tragically murdered in 1993.
- His brother, Larry Jordan, also played basketball at the University of North Carolina.
- Jordan's family has been a source of support and inspiration throughout his career.
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Father: James R. Jordan, Sr.
- James R. Jordan, Sr. was the father of the legendary basketball player Michael Jordan.
- He was a former equipment supervisor for the American Basketball Association's team, the Carolina Cougars.
- James R. Jordan, Sr. was tragically murdered in 1993 during a robbery attempt.
- His death had a profound impact on Michael Jordan and influenced his decision to retire from basketball the first time.
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Mother: Deloris Jordan
- Deloris Jordan is the mother of basketball legend Michael Jordan.
- She played a crucial role in shaping Michael Jordan's career and supporting him throughout his journey to becoming one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
- Deloris Jordan has been actively involved in charitable work and philanthropy, supporting various causes and organizations.
- She has written a book titled "Family First: Winning the Parenting Game," sharing her wisdom and experiences as a mother.
- Deloris Jordan is a source of inspiration for many, showcasing the importance of family, dedication, and love in achieving success.
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Relationships
- Michael Jordan got married to Juanita Vanoy in September 1989.
- The couple had three children together: Jeffrey, Marcus, and Jasmine.
- After 17 years of marriage, Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy divorced in 2006.
- In 2013, Michael Jordan married Yvette Prieto, a Cuban-American model.
- The couple has twin daughters named Victoria and Ysabel.
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Partner: Juanita Vanoy
- Juanita Vanoy was married to basketball legend Michael Jordan for 17 years.
- They have three children together: Jeffrey, Marcus, and Jasmine.
- The couple met at a Chicago Bennigan's restaurant in 1984.
- Juanita filed for divorce from Jordan in 2002, citing irreconcilable differences.
- The divorce settlement was reported to be one of the largest in celebrity history, estimated at $168 million.
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Children
- Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy married in 1992.
- They have two daughters: Jasmine and Victoria.
- Juanita Vanoy was Michael Jordan's first wife.
- Their divorce was finalized in 1995.
- They have remained relatively private about their relationship after the divorce.
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Jasmine Mickael Jordan
- Jasmine Mickael Jordan is the daughter of basketball legend Michael Jordan and his ex-wife Juanita Vanoy.
- She was born on December 7, 1992.
- Jasmine has two brothers, Jeffrey Michael Jordan and Marcus James Jordan.
- Despite being the daughter of a famous athlete, Jasmine has kept a low profile and leads a private life.
- She has a strong passion for philanthropy and has been involved in various charitable activities.
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Jeffrey Michael Jordan
- Jeffrey Michael Jordan is the eldest son of former professional basketball player Michael Jordan and his ex-wife Juanita Vanoy.
- He was born on November 18, 1988.
- Jeffrey played college basketball for the University of Central Florida Knights.
- He also played for the Illinois Fighting Illini at the University of Illinois before transferring to UCF.
- Jeffrey Michael Jordan has a passion for sneakers and has worked with the Jordan brand in marketing and design capacities.
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Marcus James Jordan
- Marcus James Jordan is the eldest son of basketball legend Michael Jordan.
- He was born on December 24, 1990.
- Marcus attended the University of Central Florida where he played basketball as a guard.
- He later transferred to the University of Illinois to continue his basketball career.
- Marcus James Jordan has also pursued a career in business and has his own sneaker store called Trophy Room.
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Partner: Yvette Prieto
- Yvette Prieto is a Cuban-American model.
- She met Michael Jordan in a nightclub in 2008.
- Yvette and Michael got engaged in 2011.
- They got married in April 2013.
- Yvette and Michael have twin daughters named Victoria and Ysabel.
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Children
- Michael Jordan has five children in total.
- His three children from his first marriage with Juanita Vanoy are Jeffrey, Marcus, and Jasmine.
- With his second wife, Yvette Prieto, Michael Jordan has twin daughters named Victoria and Ysabel.
- Michael Jordan's children have followed in his footsteps in various ways, including pursuing careers in sports management and modeling.
- The Jordan family is known for their philanthropic efforts, with a particular focus on education and supporting youth initiatives.
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Jasmine Mickael Jordan
- Jasmine Mickael Jordan is the oldest daughter of former NBA legend Michael Jordan.
- She was born on December 7, 1992.
- Jasmine has a younger brother named Jeffrey Michael Jordan and a younger sister named Victoria Jordan.
- She keeps a low profile and is not overly active on social media.
- Jasmine's mother is Michael Jordan's ex-wife, Juanita Vanoy.
- She is the granddaughter of James Jordan Sr. and Deloris Jordan.
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Jeffrey Michael Jordan
- Jeffrey Michael Jordan is the eldest son of basketball legend Michael Jordan and his ex-wife Juanita Vanoy.
- He was born on November 18, 1988.
- Jeffrey played college basketball at the University of Illinois.
- He currently works in marketing for the Jordan brand at Nike.
- Jeffrey is the older brother of Marcus and Jasmine Jordan.
- He is also the half-brother of Michael Jordan's two younger daughters, Ysabel and Victoria Jordan.
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Marcus Jordan
- Marcus Jordan is the son of basketball legend Michael Jordan.
- He was born on December 24, 1990.
- Marcus played college basketball at the University of Central Florida.
- He is also an entrepreneur, having founded his own shoe store called "The Trophy Room".
- Marcus has two sisters, Jasmine and Victoria.
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Victoria Jordan
- Victoria Jordan is the daughter of Michael Jordan and his ex-wife, Juanita Vanoy.
- She was born on February 9, 1992.
- Victoria Jordan has two older brothers, Jeffrey Michael and Marcus James.
- She comes from a famous and wealthy family, with her father being a basketball legend and her mother having been married to him for 17 years.
- Victoria Jordan has kept a relatively low profile compared to her famous father.
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Ysabel Jordan
- Ysabel Jordan is the daughter of former NBA superstar Michael Jordan and his second wife, Yvette Prieto.
- She was born on February 9, 2014, in the United States.
- Ysabel Jordan has a twin sister named Victoria Jordan.
- As the granddaughter of basketball legend Michael Jordan, she comes from a prestigious and athletic family.
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Siblings
- Michael Jordan has four siblings: two brothers, James Jordan Jr. and Larry Jordan, and two sisters, Deloris Jordan and Roslyn Jordan.
- James Jordan Jr. served as the principal witness in the trial of the men accused of murdering their father, James Jordan Sr., in 1993.
- Larry Jordan briefly played professional basketball, and has also worked as the director of player personnel for the Charlotte Bobcats, a team owned by Michael Jordan.
- Deloris Jordan co-authored a book titled "Salt in His Shoes" about her son's early life and rise to basketball stardom.
- Roslyn Jordan is the youngest of the Jordan siblings and has kept a relatively low profile compared to her famous brother.
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Deloris Jordan
- Deloris Jordan is the older sister of basketball legend Michael Jordan.
- She played an important role in Michael's life, providing support and guidance throughout his career.
- Deloris Jordan co-authored the book "Salt in His Shoes," which tells the story of Michael Jordan's childhood and rise to basketball stardom.
- She has been actively involved in charitable work and is the founder of the James R. Jordan Foundation, named after her father.
- Deloris Jordan is a respected and influential figure in the Jordan family, known for her strength and wisdom.
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James R. Jordan Jr.
- Michael Jordan's father's name is James R. Jordan Sr.
- James R. Jordan Sr. was a car salesman and a former NASCAR driver.
- Michael Jordan has two older brothers: Larry and James R. Jordan Jr.
- James R. Jordan Jr. is Michael's older brother and later became a successful businessman and real estate developer.
- Larry Jordan is Michael's oldest brother.
- James R. Jordan Jr. and Larry Jordan have both been involved in Michael Jordan's business ventures.
- Michael Jordan has three younger sisters: Deloris, Donna, and Kitty.
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Larry Jordan
- Larry Jordan is the older brother of NBA legend Michael Jordan.
- He played basketball at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
- Larry Jordan served as a practice squad player for the Chicago Bulls during the 1995-1996 NBA season, the same season the Bulls won a record 72 games.
- He went on to pursue a career in education and has worked as a teacher and coach.
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Roslyn Jordan
- Roslyn Jordan is the older sister of basketball legend Michael Jordan.
- She has kept a low profile and prefers to stay out of the public eye.
- Roslyn has always been supportive of her brother's successful basketball career.
- Despite being related to a famous sports icon, she leads a relatively private life.
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Life Events
- In 1984, he married Juanita Jordan, who remained his wife until their divorce in 2008.
- They have two daughters: Jasmine and Victoria.
- He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Geography in 1986.
- In 1992, he famously won the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
- He has a son, Jeffrey Michael Jordan, from a previous relationship.
- Jordan’s mother, Deloris Jordan, passed away in 2009.
- He briefly pursued a career as a professional baseball player in the minor leagues with the Birmingham Barons in 1994.
- He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.
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Date of Birth: Michael Jordan/Personal Life/Life Events
- Michael Jordan was born on February 17, 1963.
- His full name is Michael James Jordan.
- He attended University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before entering the NBA.
- He briefly attended law school at Wake Forest University following his NBA career.
- Jordan married Juanita Jordan in 1989 and they have two daughters, Jasmine and Victoria.
- He and Juanita divorced in 1991.
- Jordan married Yvette Priestly in 2013.
- He has three children: Jeffrey, Victoria, and Marcus.
- In 2003, Jordan suffered a serious illness with a blood clot in his eye.
- He has a son, Sincere, with his then-wife Juanita.
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Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York, United States
- Michael Jordan was born in Brooklyn, New York, United States.