Birthday: February 9, 1987 (Aquarius)
Born In: Santa Ana, California, United States
Birthday: February 9, 1987 (Aquarius)
Born In: Santa Ana, California, United States
Michael B. Jordan is a popular American actor known for his remarkable performance in movies such as ‘Fruitvale Station’, ‘Hardball’, and ‘Creed’. Jordan also earned widespread acclaim for starring in TV series ‘The Wire’, ‘Friday Night Lights’ and ‘Parenthood’. Jordan, who during his growing up years had appeared in commercials for some well-known firms, had not seriously thought about becoming an actor. He debuted as an actor when he was all of twelve years by briefly appearing in the movie, ‘Black and White’ and in single episodes of the TV serials, ‘The Sopranos’ and ‘Cosby’. His first major break was bagging a decisive role in the movie Hardball. However, he was catapulted into national limelight when he was selected to portray Wallace in the opening season of the HBO crime drama series, ‘The Wire’. He firmly established his acting credentials by starring in numerous TV series, prominent amongst them being ‘All My Children’, ‘The Assistants’, ‘Friday Night Lights’, and ‘Parenthood’. He has also buttressed his position on the silver screen through his impressive performance in the movies, ‘Fruitvale Station’, ‘Fantastic Four’, ‘Red Tails’, ‘Creed’, ‘Pastor Brown’ and ‘Blackout’.
Also Known As: Michael Bakari Jordan
Age: 35 Years, 35 Year Old Males
father: Michael A. Jordan
mother: Donna Jordan
siblings: Jamila Jordan, Khalid Jordan
Born Country: United States
Quotes By Michael B. Jordan Actors
Height: 6'0" (183 cm), 6'0" Males
Notable Alumni: Newark Arts High School
U.S. State: California
City: Santa Ana, California
education: Newark Arts High School
At age of ten, he appeared in commercials for the print media and thereafter he received several offers to feature in advertisements of renowned companies, meant for the electronic/digital media. He was featured in commercials of Toys “R” Us and Modell’s Sporting Goods.
In 2002, he impressed with his brilliant portrayal of Wallace in the HBO series, ‘The Wire’. Though he starred in only 13 episodes of ‘The Wire’ in its debut season, his riveting performance ensured that he kept receiving work offers on a consistent basis. He starred as Reggie Porter Montgomery in 59 episodes of NBC’s ‘All My Children’ from 2003-2006. During this phase, he picked up four awards for his acting skills.
2009, turned out to be another breakout year for Jordan as he was selected to depict gridiron player Vince Howard in the Emmy Award winning NBC series, ‘Friday Night Lights’. He portrayed the character of Vince in the show for two seasons, 2009-10, and 2010-11, running into 26 episodes in total.
In 2012, George Lucas of Star Wars fame casted him in the movie ‘Red Tails’. He was also part of the lead cast in the sci-fi thriller, ‘Chronicle’ where he was one of three teenagers (Steve Montgomery) who acquire phenomenal powers.
Both the print and electronic media were effusive in their extolling Michael’s performance in Fruitvale Station that earned him 11 nominations and five awards. A film critic reported in ‘The Hollywood Reporter’ that Michael was reminiscent of a budding Denzel Washington. People and Variety magazines regarded him as one of the upcoming “actors to watch”.
Michael B. Jordan is slated to feature in another superhero movie ‘Black Panther’. This movie too is based on Marvel Comics book and will be directed by Ryan Coogler. The film released in 2018, and earned critical acclaim.
In 2018, he starred in a fictional dystopian telefilm, ‘Fahrenheit 451’ based on a Ray Bradbury novel of the same name where he played the lead character, ‘Guy Montag’.
In 2019, he appeared in a biographical movie named, ‘Just Mercy’ where he will play the role of Bryan Stevenson. Jordan’s other upcoming film projects include ‘Wrong Answer’, ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ (2nd reproduction) and a precursor to ‘The Matrix’. 'Creed III,' a sequel to 'Creed II' will mark his directorial debut.
Michael Jordan is settled in Los Angeles. He is very religious by nature. He also has a philanthropic bent of mind and supports a string of charitable organizations, such as ‘Lupus LA’ and ‘Help USA’.
Michael B. Jordan started dating model Lori Harvey in November 2020. In June 2022, it was announced that the couple separated.
Michael B. Jordan started dating model Lori Harvey in November 2020. In June 2022, it was announced that the couple separated.
Meryl Streep is his favorite actress
Michael B. Jordan Movies
(Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure)
(Drama, Sport)
(Sport, Drama, Action)
(Romance, Biography, Drama)
(Sci-Fi, Drama, Thriller)
(Drama)
(Sport, Drama)
(Romance, Comedy)
(Adventure, Action, Drama, War, History)
(Action, Fantasy, Thriller, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Crime, Family)
Awards
2018 | Best Villain | Black Panther (2018) |
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