Meet Marcus Jordan, Michael Jordan's son, and the truth behind his controversial life
Marcus Jordan is a renowned American businessman and former college basketball player, best known for being Michael Jordan's son. His father is a former professional basketball player, and was one of the figures who popularised the NBA globally in the 1980s and 1990s.
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Key takeaways
- Marcus Jordan played college football at the University of Central Florida (UCF).
- He is the owner of Trophy Room, a luxury sneaker boutique founded in 2016.
- Marcus Jordan was featured in season two of the Peacock reality show The Traitors.
Marcus Jordan's profile summary
| Full name | Marcus James Jordan |
| Gender | Male |
| Date of birth | 24 December 1990 |
| Age | 34 years (as of August 2025) |
| Zodiac sign | Capricorn |
| Place of birth | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Current residence | Highland Park, Illinois, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Height in feet | 6'3" |
| Height in centimetres | 191 |
| Weight in pounds | 205 |
| Weight in kilograms | 93 |
| Hair colour | Black |
| Eye colour | Dark brown |
| Mother | Juanita Vanoy |
| Father | Michael Jordan |
| Siblings | 4 |
| Relationship status | Dating |
| Girlfriend | Ashley Stevenson |
| High school | Whitney Young High School |
| College | University of Central Florida |
| Profession | Former college basketball player, entrepreneur |
| Net worth | $1.5 million |
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Who is Marcus Jordan?
Marcus is an American former college basketball player who played for the UCF Knights men's basketball team. He was born on 24 December 1990 in Chicago, Illinois, United States, to Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy. Marcus grew up alongside his older brother Jeffrey and younger sister Jasmine.
He also has two half-sisters, Victoria and Ysabel. The mother of the twins is Yvette Prieto, and she has been the current wife of Michael Jordan since 2013. The twins were born on 9 February 2014.
Marcus Jordan's basketball career
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Marcus began playing high school basketball with his brother Jeffrey at Loyola Academy in Wilmette, Illinois. He later played college football at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Marcus averaged 12.3 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.4 assists during his three seasons from 2009 to 2012.
He was at his best during his sophomore year as he averaged 15.2 points, 3.3 assists and 2.8 rebounds. In his college career, he was able to play for an average of about 11 minutes per game.
Marcus Jordan's sobriety has been a personal choice away from his father's footstep. According to Complex, Marcus Jordan revealed during his appearance on Speidi’s 16th Minute podcast that he chose not to pursue a professional basketball career, despite his impressive performance in the sport.
From a young age, I always wanted to make my own name. I never want to be referenced solely as Michael Jordan’s son. My parents raised us to always maintain a hard work ethic.
What does Marcus Jordan do for a living now?
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Marcus is a renowned entrepreneur who founded his own company, Trophy Room. It is a shoe and apparel company founded in May 2016 in Disney Springs but was later moved to Downtown Orlando.
The idea of Trophy Room was inspired by Michael Jordan’s trophy room found in his Chicago mansion. The company offers an elevated and one of a kind retail boutique experience. It also has exclusive merchandise that serves as trophies for the loyal and dedicated consumers of the Jordans.
Inside Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan's relationship
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Larsa Pippen and Marcus were in an on-and off relationship between early 2023 and July 2024. The ex-couple faced criticism during their relationship due to their 16-year age gap.
The two met through mutual friends at a Los Angeles party in 2019 and later became friends. Larsa is the ex-wife of Scottie Pippen, a former longtime teammate of his father, Michael Jordan.
What happened to Michael Jordan's son?
Marcus was arrested in Maitland, Florida, on 4 February 2025 for drink-driving and possession of a controlled substance. This was after his Lamborghini SUV became stuck on railroad tracks near Greenwood Drive and Mechanic Street.
He has since embarked on a sobriety journey. Marcus Jordan's sobriety has become a central point in his journey toward personal growth and entrepreneurial ventures.
Does Marcus Jordan have a relationship with his father?
Marcus appears to have a good relationship with his father after the two reconciled. They were previously believed to be in a strained relationship. As shared by TMZ, Marcus posted on his Instagram Story that he had contacted his parents after a period of estrangement. He wrote,
Reached out to both my parents & my siblings, cuz life is short and it's important to spend time with the people you love.
He further revealed that the deaths of professional wrestler Hulk Hogan and actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner prompted him to reached out to his family.
FAQs
- Who is Michael Jordan? He is an American businessman and former professional basketball player.
- What does Michael Jordan's oldest son do for a living? Marcus is a well-known businessman and operates his company called Trophy Room, a luxury sneaker boutique based in Downtown Orlando.
- Who are Marcus Jordan's siblings? Marcus has two biological siblings: an older brother, Jeffrey Jordan, and a younger sister, Jasmine. He also has two half-siblings, Victoria and Ysabel.
- What is Marcus Jordan's net worth? According to Marca, his net worth is alleged to be $1.5 million.
- What is Marcus Jordan's height? He is 6 feet 3 inches (191 centimetres) tall.
- Why did Marcus Jordan not make it to the NBA? He chose not to pursue a professional basketball career, but to focus on business.
Marcus Jordan rose to fame for being Michael Jordan's son. While he may not have become an NBA star, his entrepreneurial accomplishments have allowed him to establish a successful career independently. He operates a high-end sneaker boutique called Trophy Room in Orlando, Florida.
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