The archives documenting Michael Jordan‘s incredible life and career might make up for a standalone library in and of itself. The latest sneak peek into his legendary career was the documentary, The Last Dance, which showed a new side of the Chicago Bulls to the world. Filmmakers in Hollywood have come up with another incredible story based on a different phase of Jordan’s life, starring some incredible actors. One of those actors recently shared a hilarious tale of him breaking a 2319-day hiatus to feature in the movie, while recalling other unbelievable stories about meeting the likes of Muhammad Ali and Nelson Mandela.

The Chicago Bulls legend’s incredible life has been projected on the screen once again with an unheard story of the inception of Nike’s Jordan brand. Chris Tucker, one of the cast members of the upcoming movie ‘Air’, was thrilled to be given a major role in the movie, especially since it came about as a result of his usual activities. He recently recalled some of those hilarious tales of his life, thanks to which he landed a role in the movie.

Hollywood legend recalls hilarious stories that eventually led to a role in the new Michael Jordan movie

With a stellar cast and an Academy Award-winning director at its helm, ‘Air’ has been predicted to be a hit. In the long list of talented artists involved in the movie, Chris Tucker has been pretty silent in Hollywood for almost 7 years.?

The legendary actor-comedian has made a comeback to acting after a 2319-day hiatus to tell the inspiring story of Michael Jordan signing with the popular sports apparel company, Nike. However, Tucker’s casting selection was also an unbelievable story, as most of his stories usually are, with a jarring coincidence.

Apparently, when director Ben Affleck approached Tucker for the role, he came to know that the veteran actor was actually friends with the man he was supposed to play. Former Nike Executive, Howard White.

However, Affleck’s surprise didn’t end there, as he soon discovered that Tucker had a ‘superpower’ of knowing every important person in the country. In a recent interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Affleck hilariously mentioned the incident while Tucker added on with a few more of his legendary excerpts from his famous meetings with the legendary Muhammad Ali and Nelson Mandela.

“I met Muhammad Ali, he said ‘You a funny Mother-Tucker‘,” said the Rush Hour superstar, impersonating the boxing legend. He added, “…met [Nelson] Mandela, went to Africa and he was like [Impersonating Nelson Mandela] ‘Where is Chris Tucker? I want him to meet my Grandkids’…I met BB King? Bill Russell, it’s great to just meet them.”

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The fans of the comic legend would be thrilled to see him return to acting after a long hiatus. Whatever the reasons for his absence may be, Tucker couldn’t pass up the opportunity to be a part of the basketball icon’s story. Along with him, many of the cast members were eager to be featured in ‘Air’, especially if they were chosen by His Airness himself.

Viola Davis’ casting in ‘Air’

Viola Davis was cast as Michael Jordan’s mother in the movie. However, it wasn’t the filmmaker’s or producer’s decision, as Jordan himself wanted the 57-year-old actor to play his mother’s character.?

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The Academy Award-winning actress was more than pleased with Jordan’s request, as she readily accepted the offer as soon as Ben Affleck called. She recently joked about how she hopes “to get free Nikes” in return for her acting job.

Are you ready for ‘Air’ coming out on April 5th? Did you know about Jordan’s Nike signing story? Let us know in the comments.