Michael Jordan

Date of Birth: February 17, 1963

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Michael Jeffrey Jordan, widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time, was born on February 17, 1963, in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in Wilmington, North Carolina, where he developed a passion for basketball. Jordan played college basketball at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was a key player on the Tar Heels’ national championship team in 1982. Jordan’s professional career began when he was drafted by the Chicago Bulls as the third overall pick in the 1984 NBA Draft. He quickly became one of the league’s most dominant players, known for his scoring ability, athleticism, and competitive spirit. His accolades include six NBA championships, five MVP awards, and ten scoring titles. Jordan also played a vital role in popularizing the NBA globally during the 1990s. After his initial retirement in 1993, Jordan briefly pursued a career in baseball before returning to the NBA in 1995. He retired again in 1999 but made a final comeback with the Washington Wizards from 2001 to 2003. Off the court, Jordan is a successful businessman, owning the Charlotte Hornets and having lucrative endorsements, most notably with Nike’s Air Jordan brand.

5 Interesting Facts about Michael Jordan

1. Michael Jordan won two Olympic gold medals with Team USA, in 1984 and 1992.

2. He is the first former NBA player to become a majority owner of an NBA team, the Charlotte Hornets.

3. Jordan was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame twice—once for his individual career and once as a member of the “Dream Team.”

4. He holds the record for the highest career regular-season scoring average, with 30.12 points per game.

5. Jordan’s iconic number 23 jersey has been retired by both the Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Michael Jordan

1. “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.”

2. “Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships.”

3. “I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.”

4. “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.”

5. “The game is my wife. It demands loyalty and responsibility, and it gives me back fulfillment and peace.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Michael Jordan’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $2.2 billion.

Children

Michael Jordan has five children. He has three children with his first wife, Juanita Vanoy: Jeffrey Michael Jordan, Marcus James Jordan, and Jasmine Mickael Jordan. He also has twin daughters, Victoria and Ysabel, with his current wife, Yvette Prieto.