Age, Biography, and Wiki
Michael Bakari Jordan was born on February 9, 1987, making him 38 years old as of 2025. He was born in Santa Ana, California, and raised in Newark, New Jersey, with his parents—Donna, a high school career counselor, and Michael, a caterer—alongside two siblings. Jordan began modeling as a child and landed his first acting role at age 12. He graduated from Newark Arts High School in 2005, where he studied acting and played basketball. Jordan’s early career included notable appearances in “The Wire,” “All My Children,” and “Friday Night Lights,” establishing him as a rising star in Hollywood.
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| Date of Birth | 9 February 1987 |
| Age | 38 Years |
| Birth Place | Santa Ana, California, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
| Country | U.S |
Height, Weight & Measurements
While specific weight and body measurements are not publicly confirmed, Michael B. Jordan’s height is widely reported as 6 feet (183 cm). His athletic build is well-documented through his roles in films like “Creed” and “Black Panther,” which required rigorous physical training.
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Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Michael B. Jordan has maintained a relatively private personal life. He was previously romantically linked to model Lori Harvey, but after their 2022 breakup, he has kept details of any new relationships largely out of the public eye.
Jordan. He has an older sister and a younger brother. His family lived in Santa Ana for two years before moving to Newark, New Jersey, where Jordan grew up. He attended Newark Arts High School, where his mother worked as a teacher, and where he also played basketball.
Jordan has resided in Los Angeles since 2006. He grew up in a religious household and considers himself to be spiritual. As of 2018, he lived with his parents in a Sherman Oaks home that he purchased. Jordan is also a fan of anime, particularly Naruto: Shippuden and the Dragon Ball franchise. Jordan grew up in Newark, New Jersey and is a lifelong fan of the New York Giants.
In November 2020, Jordan began dating model Lori Harvey, daughter of television personality Steve Harvey. In June 2022, it was announced that the couple had ended their relationship.
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Net Worth and Salary
Michael B. Jordan’s net worth in 2025 is estimated at $50 million. His earnings are a result of successful film and television roles, as well as production and directing ventures. Notably, he was paid $2 million for his role in “Black Panther” (2018) plus a percentage of the film’s backend profits, which contributed significantly to his wealth as the movie grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide. For the “Creed” franchise, his salary increased from the thousands for the first film to $5 million for later installments, with Jordan also serving as director for “Creed III”.
Career, Business and Investments
Acting Career:
Michael B. Jordan is best known for his roles in “Fruitvale Station” (2013), “Creed” (2015), and “Black Panther” (2018). He has also earned recognition for television roles in “The Wire,” “All My Children,” and “Friday Night Lights”.
Directing and Production:
Jordan made his directorial debut with “Creed III” (2023), marking a significant step in his career. He also serves as an executive producer on various projects.
Jordan worked as a child model for several companies and brands, including Modell's Sporting Goods and Toys "R" Us, before deciding to embark on a career as an actor. He launched his career as a professional actor in 1999, when he appeared briefly in single episodes of the television series Cosby and The Sopranos. His first principal film role followed in 2001 when he was featured in Hardball, which starred Keanu Reeves. In 2002, he gained more attention by playing the small but pivotal role of Wallace in the first season of HBO's The Wire.
He next reteamed with Coogler in the period horror film Sinners, playing twin brothers Smoke and Stack. <!--He is slated to reteam with Coogler for the fourth time in Wrong Answer, a film based on the Atlanta Public Schools cheating scandal. Jordan is also set to appear in a second remake of The Thomas Crown Affair. He would later be confirmed to direct and produce the film as well. Jordan is also set to appear in the vampire film Blood Brothers. His production company Outlier Society signed a first look deal with Amazon, and is also developing Val-Zod, an HBO Max series featuring a Black version of the DC Comics character Superman. As of, Jordan will produce and star in the sequel of I Am Legend with Will Smith. -->
In December 2022, Jordan was announced as part-owner of English soccer club AFC Bournemouth. The club was taken over by the consortium group the Black Knights Football Club led by fellow American businessman Bill Foley. Jordan led the minority ownership group with Kosmos founder Nullah Sarker.
Social Network
Michael B. Jordan is active on multiple social media platforms. He has a strong presence on Instagram (@michaelbjordan), where he shares updates about his projects, endorsements, and personal life. As a public figure, he engages with millions of followers, further elevating his brand and influence.
In 2016, Jordan featured in the popular sports game NBA 2K17, portraying Justice Young, a teammate of the player in the game's MyCareer mode. In October 2017, it was announced that Jordan was cast in a supporting role as Mark Warren in the upcoming Netflix superhero series Raising Dion. In February 2018, Jordan starred as the villain Erik Killmonger in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film Black Panther; this marked Jordan's third collaboration with Coogler. His performance in Black Panther received critical acclaim, with Dani Di Placido of Forbes stating that Jordan "steals the show", while Jason Guerrasio of Business Insider wrote that the actor "plays a Killmonger fueled with hate and emptiness – we won't give away why – but he also delivers it with a swagger that's just a joy to watch ... the movie takes off more in story and viewing enjoyment whenever Jordan is on screen."
He also voices the character Julian Chase in Rooster Teeth's animated series Gen:Lock, which he also co-produces through his production company, Outlier Society Productions since January 2019. Jordan portrayed attorney Bryan Stevenson in a legal drama, Just Mercy, which he also co-produced. The film, based on a real-life story, was released in December 2019 to critical acclaim. Jordan stars in Without Remorse, based on the book by Tom Clancy, as John Kelly, a former Navy SEAL and director of the elite counterterrorism unit Rainbow Six. Originally planned for release on September 18, 2020, it was released on April 30, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Education
Michael B. Jordan attended Newark Arts High School in New Jersey, graduating in 2005. His education laid the foundation for his acting career, providing early opportunities to hone his craft. He did not pursue higher education, choosing instead to focus on professional acting and modeling from a young age.
In 2009, Jordan began starring in the NBC drama Friday Night Lights as quarterback Vince Howard, and lived in an apartment in Austin where the show was filmed. He played the character for two seasons until the show ended in 2011. In 2009, he guest-starred on Burn Notice in the episode "Hot Spot", playing a high school football player who got into a fight and is being hunted by a local gangster. In 2010, he was considered one of the 55 faces of the future by Nylon Magazine's Young Hollywood Issue.
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
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| Age | 38 (as of 2025) |
| Birthdate | February 9, 1987 |
| Height | 6 feet (183 cm) |
| Net Worth | $50 million |
| Notable Roles | Black Panther, Creed, Fruitvale Station, The Wire |
| Salary (Black Panther) | $2 million + backend profits |
| Salary (Creed III) | $5 million (actor/director) |
| Real Estate | Sherman Oaks ($1.7M), Hollywood Hills ($5.8M, sold for $7M) |
| Social Media | Instagram: @michaelbjordan |
| Education | Newark Arts High School |
