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Michael Bakari Jordan, born on February 9, 1987, in Santa Ana, California, has emerged as one of the most talented and influential actors of his generation. Jordan has grabbed viewers with his captivating performances and different parts throughout his career in both television and cinema.
Early Life and Education
Michael B. Jordan was born to Donna and Michael A. Jordan, and grew up in Santa Ana, California, before moving to Newark, New Jersey. While attending Newark Arts High School, where his mother was an instructor, he developed his acting and basketball abilities.
Career
Jordan’s career in entertainment started with a breakthrough performance on television. His performance as Wallace in the HBO criminal drama series The Wire’s first season (2002) signaled the start of a bright career. He kept making waves in the television industry by starring as Vince Howard in the NBC sports drama series Friday Night Lights (2009–2011) and Reggie Montgomery in the ABC soap opera All My Children (2003–2006).
However, it was his foray into film that truly catapulted Jordan into the spotlight. He gained widespread acclaim for his role as Oscar Grant in the drama Fruitvale Station (2013), a film that showcased his raw talent and emotional depth. Jordan continued to solidify his place in Hollywood with standout performances in Creed (2015), where he portrayed the iconic character Adonis Creed, and as the formidable Erik Killmonger in Black Panther (2018), both of which were helmed by director Ryan Coogler.
Jordan’s ability to play a large number of parts in movies like Chronicle (2012), That Awkward Moment (2014), Fantastic Four (2015), and Just Mercy (2019), in which he played actual lawyer and advocate Bryan Stevenson, is evidence of his flexibility.
His production and performance in the HBO film Fahrenheit 451 (2018) garnered him a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie, demonstrating the widespread recognition of his commitment to his art.
Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in both 2020 and 2023.
Who is Michael B. Jordan’s Girlfriend?
Michael B. Jordan has had numerous romantic relationships. He had a long-time relationship with the model Lori Harvey. Currently, Michael B. Jordan is reported dating UK model Amber Jepson.
