How old is Michael Jordan?

Michael Jordan is 63 years old (born February 17, 1963).

Is Michael Jordan still alive?

Yes, Michael Jordan is still alive as of 2026, aged 63.

Where is Michael Jordan from?

Michael Jordan is from Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA, United States.

What generation is Michael Jordan?

Michael Jordan is a Baby Boomer, born in 1963.

Michael Jordan

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Michael Jeffrey Jordan (born February 17, 1963) is a former American professional basketball player, active businessman, and majority owner of the Charlotte Hornets. His biography on the National Basketball Association (NBA) website states, "By acclamation, Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time." Jordan was one of the most effectively marketed athletes of his generation and was instrumental in popularizing the NBA around the world in the 1980s and 1990s. After a standout

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Born

Years in career45 years active

February 17th, 1963

Birthplace

Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

United States

Generation

Baby Boomer

Career

45 years

Region

North America

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How Michael Jordan compares to other Actors

🎂Michael Jordan is 10 years older than the average Actor

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Facts about Michael Jordan

Did you know?

Did you know that Michael Jordan is the only player in NBA history to win the MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and Scoring Title in the same season (1987-88)?

5 Lesser-known facts

Jordan briefly retired from basketball in 1993 to pursue a professional baseball career, playing for the Birmingham Barons.
He was famously cut from his high school varsity basketball team during his sophomore year at Laney High School.
Despite being ill with what was reported as food poisoning, Jordan scored 38 points in Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals, known as the 'Flu Game'.
After his first retirement, Jordan briefly wore the number 45 when he returned to the Bulls before switching back to his iconic 23.
Jordan's pre-game ritual included wearing his North Carolina college shorts under his Bulls uniform for good luck.

Career highlight

Michael Jordan's career highlight is arguably his six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls, achieving two three-peats (1991-1993 and 1996-1998). His 'Last Shot' in Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals, securing his final championship, remains one of the most iconic moments in sports history.

Legacy

Jordan's legacy transcends basketball, having defined athletic excellence and global superstardom, making him a cultural icon and the universally acknowledged greatest basketball player of all time. He also pioneered athlete branding, with his Air Jordan line becoming a multi-billion dollar empire.