Basic Information
- Full Name: Michael Bakari Jordan
- Date of Birth: February 9, 1987
- Age: 37 (as of 2024)
- Birthplace: Santa Ana, California, USA
- Profession: Actor and Producer
Early Life
- Parents:
- Mother: Donna Jordan, a high school guidance counselor.
- Father: Michael A. Jordan.
- Siblings:
- Older sister, Jamila.
- Younger brother, Khalid.
- The family moved to Newark, New Jersey, when Michael was two years old. He grew up there and attended Newark Arts High School.
Career Highlights
Michael B. Jordan began his career as a child model and actor in the late 1990s.
- Notable Early Roles:
- Wallace in “The Wire” (2002) – a critically acclaimed TV series.
- Reggie Montgomery in “All My Children” (2003–2006).
Breakthrough Roles:
- “Fruitvale Station” (2013): Played Oscar Grant in a powerful true story.
- “Creed” (2015, 2018, 2023): Starred as Adonis Creed, continuing the legacy of the Rocky franchise.
- “Black Panther” (2018): Played Erik Killmonger, one of Marvel’s most compelling villains.
Production Work:
Founded Outlier Society Productions, focusing on diverse and inclusive storytelling.
Achievements
- Named People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2020.
- Multiple award nominations for acting, including the SAG Awards and NAACP Image Awards.
- Recognized for advocacy for diversity in Hollywood.
Personal Life
Michael is known for his philanthropic efforts and commitment to social justice. Though private about his relationships, he has publicly dated model Lori Harvey in the past.
