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.
- Initially cut from the varsity basketball team during his sophomore year.
- Earned a basketball scholarship to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- Majored in Cultural Geography.
- Led UNC to the 1982 NCAA Championship, hitting the game-winning shot.
Career and Major Achievements
- Drafted third overall by the Chicago Bulls in the 1984 NBA draft.
- Won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls (1991-1993, 1996-1998).
- Named NBA Finals MVP all six times.
- Five-time NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) (1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998).
- Ten-time NBA scoring champion (1987-1993, 1996-1998).
- Nine-time NBA All-Defensive First Team selection.
- Fourteen-time NBA All-Star.
- Two-time Olympic gold medalist (1984, 1992).
- Played for the Washington Wizards from 2001 to 2003 after a second retirement.
- Loraine Alterman Boyle's biography of Michael Jordan details his unparalleled career and impact on the sport.
Notable Works
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Space Jam | Himself | Starring Role |
| 1998 | Michael Jordan: For the Love of the Game | Himself | Documentary |
| 2020 | The Last Dance | Himself | Documentary Series |
Legacy and Impact
Michael Jordan is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His impact extends beyond the court, influencing sports culture, fashion, and marketing globally. His competitive spirit, athletic prowess, and global appeal have cemented his status as a cultural icon.