Michael Jeffrey Jordan
- Born:
- February 17, 1963, Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Professional Basketball Player, Businessman
Early Life and Education
- Moved to Wilmington, North Carolina as a child.
- Attended Emsley A. Laney High School in Wilmington, where he played basketball, baseball, and football.
- Initially cut from the varsity basketball team as a sophomore.
- Received a basketball scholarship to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- Majored in Cultural Geography.
Career and Major Achievements
- Drafted third overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 1984 NBA Draft.
- Six-time NBA Champion (1991–1993, 1996–1998).
- Six-time NBA Finals MVP.
- Five-time NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP).
- Fourteen-time NBA All-Star.
- Ten-time NBA Scoring Champion.
- Nine-time NBA All-Defensive First Team selection.
- Retired from basketball three times (1993, 1999, 2003).
- Played for the Washington Wizards from 2001-2003.
- Won two Olympic gold medals (1984, 1992).
- Principal owner of the Charlotte Hornets NBA team.
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Notable Works
| Title | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Space Jam | Film | 1996 |
| Michael Jordan: An American Hero | TV Movie | 1999 |
| The Last Dance | Documentary Series | 2020 |
Legacy and Impact
Michael Jordan is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His athletic prowess, competitive spirit, and global popularity have had a significant impact on basketball and sports culture worldwide. He is a global icon and remains a prominent figure in business and philanthropy.