Michael Jordan was born at Cumberland Hospital in Brooklyn, New York City, to Deloris and James R. Jordan Sr. He grew up with two older brothers, James R. Jordan Jr. and Larry Jordan, and two sisters, Deloris and Roslyn.

In 1981, Michael Jordan earned a basketball scholarship to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He studied cultural geography and was a member of Omega Psi Phi during his time at the university.

Michael Jordan made a game-winning shot in the NCAA tournament final against Georgetown while playing for the University of North Carolina.

Michael Jordan made his debut for the U.S. national basketball team at the 1983 Pan American Games in Caracas, Venezuela, leading the team in scoring with 17.3 ppg and winning the gold medal.

In 1984, Michael Jordan was selected to play for the Chicago Bulls after winning the Naismith and the Wooden College Player of the Year awards. This marked the beginning of his professional basketball career.

In 1984, Nike released the first Air Jordan sneakers, a collaboration with basketball legend Michael Jordan. This marked the beginning of a lucrative partnership that revolutionized the sneaker industry.

Michael Jordan turns pro following his junior season at North Carolina, finishing his college career averaging 17.7 points per game and 54% shooting.

Michael Jordan wins a gold medal during the Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, leading the Bob Knight-coached Team USA in scoring with 137 points in eight games _ a 17.1 average.

Michael Jordan made his NBA debut at Chicago Stadium on October 26, 1984, and scored 16 points. A ticket stub from the game sold at auction for $264,000 in 2021, setting a record for a collectible ticket stub.

In March 1985, Michael Jordan began developing a good reputation from his first season, averaging 28.2 points per game on a 51.5% shooting. His performance received recognition from Sports Illustrated, appearing on the cover of their magazine with the heading “A Star is Born”.

Michael Jordan was named the NBA Rookie of the Year on March 29, 1985.

On April 22, 1985, despite being out for much of the season due to an injury, Michael Jordan's exceptional performance, including a 63-point game against the Boston Celtics, led to him earning the Rookie of the Year Award.

On August 26, 1985, Jordan shook the arena during a Nike exhibition game in Trieste, Italy, by shattering the glass of the backboard with a dunk. The moment was filmed and is often referred to as an important milestone in Jordan's rise. The shoes Jordan wore during the game were auctioned in August 2020 for $615,000, a record for a pair of sneakers.

Nike released the Air Jordan 1 basketball shoes, marking the beginning of the iconic Air Jordan brand.

On April 20 at the Boston Garden, in Game 2 of the First Round, a 135–131 double overtime loss to the eventual NBA Champion Boston Celtics, Jordan scored a playoff career-high 63 points, breaking Elgin Baylor's single-game playoff scoring record. A Celtics team that is often considered one of the greatest in NBA history swept the series in three games.

In 1987, Michael Jordan averaged 32.5 points per game on 53.5% shooting in his third season, winning his first league MVP award and being selected as the Defensive Player of the Year.

Michael Jordan was selected as the NBA most valuable player for the first time, beating out Larry Bird and Magic Johnson.

On May 7, 1989, Michael Jordan's game-winning basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 1989 NBA playoffs received the title ‘The Shot’, becoming a historic moment in his career.

Michael Jordan married Juanita Vanoy at A Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas on September 2, 1989. They had two sons, Jeffrey and Marcus, and a daughter, Jasmine.

On March 28, 1990, Michael Jordan scored a career-high 69 points in a game against the Cavaliers, demonstrating his extraordinary scoring ability and dominance on the basketball court.

Michael Jordan on a breakaway dunk against the Celtics on Nov. 6, 1990.

On Father's Day, Jordan wins his first NBA title with the Bulls _ the first since the death of his father.

Michael Jordan holds onto the NBA Championship trophy after the Bulls won their second straight title after beating the Trailblazers on June 14, 1992.

Jordan led the U.S. basketball team to Olympic gold medals in 1992 in Barcelona, Spain, solidifying his status as a global basketball icon and a key figure in the 'Dream Team' that dominated the Olympics.

Michael Jordan celebrates with his teammates as the Bulls won their third NBA title on June 20, 1993 in Phoenix.

On July 23, 1993, James R. Jordan Sr. was murdered at a highway rest area in Lumberton, North Carolina, by two teenagers, Daniel Green and Larry Martin Demery. His body was not discovered until August 3. The murder had a significant impact on Michael Jordan's decision to retire.

The body of Michael Jordan's father was found in a South Carolina creek, leading to the conviction of the perpetrators, Daniel Green and Larry Demery.

On October 5, 1993, Michael Jordan announced his first retirement from professional basketball. This decision shocked the sports world as Jordan was at the peak of his career.

On October 6, 1993, Michael Jordan announced his retirement from basketball, citing loss of desire to play. The murder of his father three months earlier also influenced his decision.

On February 7, 1994, Michael Jordan surprised the sports world by signing a Minor League Baseball contract with the Chicago White Sox, aiming to fulfill his late father's dream of seeing him as a Major League Baseball player.

Michael Jordan kisses the basketball floor of Chicago Stadium as he leaves it for the last time on September 9, 1994.

On November 1, 1994, Michael Jordan's No. 23 jersey was retired by the Bulls in a ceremony that included the erection of a permanent sculpture known as The Spirit outside the new United Center.

After a brief retirement, Jordan returned to basketball in March 1995, reigniting the excitement and energy in the NBA and further cementing his legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

On March 17, 1995, Michael Jordan made a comeback to basketball after his retirement, marking a significant moment in his career.

On March 18, 1995, Michael Jordan announced his return to the NBA with a two-word press release: 'I'm back.' He made a remarkable comeback, wearing No. 45, and significantly impacted the Bulls' performance.

On March 28, 1995, Michael Jordan scored 55 points against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, showcasing his exceptional performance after his return to the NBA.

In 1996, Michael Jordan led the Bulls to their second three-peat, winning three consecutive NBA championships from 1996 to 1998.

The Bulls beat the Washington Bullets 103-93 to win their 72nd game of the season, setting an NBA record.

The Chicago Bulls won their first NBA title since the death of Michael Jordan's father on Father's Day, which was an emotional moment for Jordan.

On November 15, 1996, the film ‘Space Jam’, starring Michael Jordan, was released, becoming a significant milestone in his career beyond basketball.

A physically depleted Jordan scored 33 points in Game 5 of the Finals in what will be known as 'The Flu Game.'

Michael Jordan steps into the spotlight as he's introduced at the teams' fifth NBA championships ring ceremony at the United Center.

The Last Dance is a documentary series that chronicles the career of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls' dynasty during the 1990s.

Michael Jordan flies through the air to dunk against the Jazz in a playoff game in Utah on June 5, 1998.

Michael Jordan retired from the NBA for a second time, citing mental exhaustion.

On January 19, 2000, Jordan returned to the NBA not as a player but as part owner and president of basketball operations for the Washington Wizards, where he had comprehensive control over all aspects of the team's basketball operations.

Michael Jordan joins the Washington Wizards as part owner and president of basketball operations.

On September 25, 2001, Jordan announced his return to the NBA to play for the Washington Wizards, with the intention to donate his salary as a player to a relief effort for the victims of the September 11 attacks.

The Jordans filed for divorce on January 4, 2002, citing irreconcilable differences, but reconciled shortly thereafter.

During his first season with the Wizards, at the age of 40, Michael Jordan became the oldest NBA player to score 50 points in a game, showcasing his enduring skill and athleticism.

On February 21, 2003, Jordan became the first 40-year-old to tally 43 points in an NBA game, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination even at an advanced age.

The Miami Heat retired the No. 23 jersey on April 11, 2003, as a tribute to Michael Jordan, even though he never played for the team.

Michael Jordan played his final NBA game on April 16, 2003, in Philadelphia. After scoring 13 points in the game, Jordan received a three-minute standing ovation from his teammates, his opponents, the officials, and the crowd of 21,257 fans.

On November 18, 2003, the first pair of Jordans were released in collaboration with basketball legend Michael Jordan, marking the beginning of a successful partnership.

In a 2005 interview with Cigar Aficionado, Michael Jordan expressed that smoking cigars was 'the most relaxing thing' for him, shedding light on his personal preferences.

In 2006, Jordan became the minority owner and general manager of the NBA’s Charlotte Bobcats, showcasing his transition into the business side of basketball and his continued influence in the sport beyond his playing career.

In 2006, Michael Jordan purchased a minority stake in the Charlotte Bobcats, later known as the Hornets. He became the team's second-largest shareholder and took full control over the basketball side of the operation, marking a significant move in his career as a sports executive.

Michael Jordan and Juanita Vanoy were granted a final decree of dissolution of marriage on December 29, 2006, commenting that the decision was made 'mutually and amicably'. Juanita received a $168 million settlement, making it the largest celebrity divorce settlement on public record at the time.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation named Jordan its Chief Wish Ambassador in 2008. In 2013, he granted his 200th wish for the organization.

Michael Jordan was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, delivering a scathing speech of the people who doubted him.

On March 17, 2010, Michael Jordan's purchase of the Bobcats was unanimously approved by the NBA Board of Governors, making him the first former player to become the majority owner of an NBA team. This was a historic moment in sports ownership.

Jordan proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Cuban-American model Yvette Prieto, on Christmas 2011.

Michael Jordan and Yvette Prieto were married on April 27, 2013, at Bethesda-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church.

On February 11, 2014, Yvette Prieto gave birth to identical twin daughters named Victoria and Ysabel.

On January 20, 2015, Jordan was honored with the Charlotte Business Journal's Business Person of the Year for 2014.

Michael Jordan walks into the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse in Chicago as his case continues against the defunct Dominick's supermarket chain.

Hornets owner Michael Jordan watches the action in the second half against the Celtics on Oct. 29, 2016.

In 2017, he became a part owner of the Miami Marlins of Major League Baseball. Forbes designated Jordan as the athlete with the highest career earnings in 2017.

Hornets owner Michael Jordan loads boxes with goods for Hurricane Florence victims as he makes an appearance at Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina in Charlotte, N.C. on Sept. 21, 2018.

In 2019, Michael Jordan sold a minority piece of the Hornets while retaining the majority for himself and the role of chairman. This move showcased his ongoing involvement in the team's ownership and management.

On February 24, 2020, Michael Jordan spoke at Kobe Bryant’s memorial, expressing their close relationship and honoring the late basketball legend.

On April 19, 2020, the 10-part documentary ‘The Last Dance’ on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls’ performance in the 1997-1998 season was released, providing an in-depth look at a pivotal period in Jordan's career.

The article refers to Michael Jordan as 'God disguised as Michael Jordan'.

On June 5, 2020, in the wake of the protests following the murder of George Floyd, Jordan and his brand announced in a joint statement that they would be donating $100 million over the next 10 years to organizations dedicated to 'ensuring racial equality, social justice and greater access to education'.

On September 21, 2020, Michael Jordan and NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin announced the formation of 23XI Racing, a NASCAR Cup Series team with Bubba Wallace driving. This marked Jordan's entry into NASCAR team ownership.

In October 2021, Jordan was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, recognizing his significant impact on the sport.

In September 2022, Jordan's jersey from the opening game of the 1998 NBA Finals was sold for $10.1 million, making it the most expensive game-worn sports memorabilia in history.

In December 2022, the NBA unveiled a new MVP trophy named in Jordan's honor, replacing the original trophy and highlighting his lasting impact on the league.

In 2023, Michael Jordan completed the sale of his majority stake in the Hornets, ending his 13-year tenure as majority owner. He retained a minority stake in the team, and the sale was officially completed for approximately $3 billion.