Michael Jordan and his wife Yvette Prieto have been happily married for quite some time now. Despite the fact that there is a large age gap between the couple, they are reportedly managing quite well. The couple have two beautiful children together who are seven-year-old twins, Ysabel and Victoria.

Prior to getting married to Yvette in 2014, Michael also had an ex-wife, Juanita Vanoy. Jordan has three children with his wife-Jeffrey, Marcus, and Jasmine. As a couple, they were married from 1989 to 2006. It was a long and joyful 17-year marriage. 

According to The Washington Post, Juanita was never intimidated by Jordan’s massive wealth and fame.

At the beginning of their relationship, when they first met. The news mentioned that Juanita had “fallen in front of Michael’s car”, and that she was a “groupie”. As a matter of clarification, Juanita went to a basketball game where some of her friends knew Jordan. Afterward, Juanita and her friends, as well as Jordan, went to dinner.

That’s when the couple met and hit it off, after which, they began dating. This all happened in 1985. After dating until 1989, they married and started a new life together. 

Juanita Jordan was never attracted to Michael Jordan because of his fame

During the ‘90s, it was regarded as the era of Michael and his game. In fact, he is said to be the greatest player of all time. Due to his dominance on the court and strength in the game, he has gained a lot of fame and popularity.

 According to the Washington Post, “Anyone who knows Juanita Jordan will tell you that she has never been intimidated by Michael Jordan, never blinded by the basketball legend’s money and fame — and that she always knew where she stood in the game,” [h/t nickiswift.com]

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Following this, the couple has experienced both ups and downs. Together, they have carried on their marriage. Since their divorce, they have moved on. Their relationship has been surrounded by controversy. But now they seem to have moved on to a happier life.

Sharing children and maintaining an understanding relationship is important not only for themselves but for their children as well. We would love to hear what you think. Check back regularly for updates on your favorite players.

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