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Michael Jordan

Michael Jeffrey Jordan is an American former professional basketball player, former baseball player, and businessman.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Michael Jeffrey Jordan is an American former professional basketball player, former baseball player, and businessman. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players in history, and he won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls. He is also a minority owner of the Charlotte Hornets.

Early life and career

Jordan was born in 1963 in Brooklyn, New York, and became a prominent basketball player before entering the NBA in 1984. He played college basketball at North Carolina before being drafted by the Chicago Bulls.

NBA success

Jordan led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championships across the 1990s. He earned multiple MVP awards and is widely cited as one of the sport’s greatest players.

Later career and business

After his main Bulls years, Jordan returned to the NBA with the Washington Wizards before retiring again. He later became a businessman and was connected to ownership of the Charlotte Hornets as a minority owner.

Legacy

Jordan remains one of the most influential figures in basketball and sports culture. His success on court and in business has made him a major public figure well beyond the NBA.

Key facts

  • Played 15 NBA seasons between 1984 and 2003.
  • Won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls.
  • Was named NBA Most Valuable Player five times.
  • Played for the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards in the NBA.
  • Is a businessman and former minority owner of the Charlotte Hornets.
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Canadian context

Michael Jordan’s career has had major influence on basketball culture in Canada, especially through NBA fandom, youth basketball, and the visibility of the league across Canadian media.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Michael Jordan?
Michael Jordan was born on February 17, 1963, which makes him 63 years old as of 2026.
What is Michael Jordan's net worth?
Public estimates vary widely; many major business and sports profiles have placed his net worth in the billions of US dollars, but exact figures change over time and are not officially published.
How many NBA championships did Michael Jordan win?
He won six NBA championships, all with the Chicago Bulls.
What team did Michael Jordan play for?
In the NBA, he played for the Chicago Bulls and the Washington Wizards.
Is Michael Jordan the owner of the Charlotte Hornets?
He was a minority owner for years and later became the majority owner, but he sold his controlling stake in 2023 and is no longer the team’s owner.
What is Michael Jordan's height?
His listed height is 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m).

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Jordan
    Supports: Born date, height, NBA teams, championships, and Hornets ownership summary
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Michael-Jordan
    Supports: Biography, birth date, height, NBA teams, and six championships
  3. NBA — https://www.nba.com/player/893/michael-jordan
    Supports: Listed height, weight, birthdate, and team identification
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/player/bio/_/id/1035/michael-jordan
    Supports: Birthdate, draft info, and player biography
  5. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/athletes/michael-jordan
    Supports: Career overview and six NBA championships