The Untold Truth Of Michael Jordan’s Kids
Hardcore sports fans tend to know plenty of facts about their favorite athletes.
However, there happens to be a fair share of untold truths about Michael Jordan that would surely surprise you, including the fact that the NBA legend has five kids.
Michael Jordan became a father when his first son, Jeffrey Jordan, was born in November 1988. However, when the athlete initially found out about the child, he wasn’t exactly eager to accept his position as a parent. In fact, the baby’s mother, Juanita Vanoy – who eventually became Jordan’s wife, and a mom to two more children with him – had to get lawyers involved before the star would acknowledge his responsibilities.
Although the pair was already engaged to be married, their romance had cooled, and the process had stalled. Juanita hired attorney Michael Minton in July of that same year.
Minton described the situation to The Washington Post in 2002, saying,
“She told me she was pregnant, unwed, and that the father of the child was Michael Jordan. She felt she could not get Michael’s attention or cooperation or response without the retention of a legal representative…He was obviously not being responsive to her needs or the needs of the unborn child. It’s not something that if you ignore it, it will go away.”
That’s what Michael found out when he faced what could potentially be a very public paternity suit, which apparently prompted him to acknowledge that the baby was his. Although Michael got his own team of lawyers involved, he reportedly admitted paternity within a few months.
What does the resilience and determination of Jordan’s children say about their strength and character?
Michael Jordan is undeniably one of the most celebrated basketball players of all time, with a career that spanned 15 seasons and brought six NBA championships. Yet, despite his remarkable achievements on the court, there is one aspect of his life that remains shrouded in mystery; his family life, particularly his relationship with his three children.
The first of Jordan’s children, Jeffrey, was born in 1988 during his marriage to Juanita Vanoy. Although Jeffrey initially seemed to be following in his father’s footsteps, playing basketball for the University of Central Florida, he ultimately chose a different path, working for Nike’s Jordan brand instead. While Jeffrey has spoken candidly about his relationship with his father, revealing that their dynamics have shifted over the years, it remains unclear what exactly caused these changes.
Jordan’s second child, Marcus, was born in 1990, and like his older brother, he too opted to forge his own path. Rather than pursuing basketball, Marcus instead set his sights on becoming a rapper under the name “Mars Blackmon.” Despite his father’s legendary status, Marcus has managed to carve out a niche for himself in the music industry, enjoying modest success with his albums and collaborations.
Finally, we have Jasmine Jordan, the youngest of the clan, born in 1992. While Jasmine has largely kept a low profile, she has made occasional appearances on her father’s social media accounts, particularly during his time as the owner of the Charlotte Bobcats. In one particularly heartwarming post, Jordan shared a photo of himself and Jasmine sitting courtside, with the caption “Proud dad moment.”
Despite the challenges that have inevitably arisen from growing up in the shadow of one of the world’s most iconic athletes, it’s clear that Jordan’s children have managed to find their own sense of purpose and identity. While we may never know the full story behind their relationships with their father or the impact his fame had on their upbringing, their resilience and determination in carving out their own paths is testament to their strength and character.