Michael B. Jordan Net Worth, Biography, Career, Real Estate, and Awards

Michael B. Jordan net worth stands at $50 million, thanks to his successful career as an actor, producer, and director.

Known for his powerful roles in Fruitvale Station, Creed, and Black Panther, Jordan has earned critical acclaim and numerous awards.

Beyond his work in Hollywood, he has made headlines for his real estate investments, personal life, and business ventures, including part-ownership of a football club.

This article takes a closer look at his journey, from early roles to major achievements, exploring his wealth, lifestyle, and lasting impact.

Michael B. Jordan began acting in 1999 with roles in The Sopranos, Cosby, and the film Black and White. In 2001, he appeared in Hardball with Keanu Reeves. [Photo: Courtesy]

Michael B. Jordan Net Worth

Michael B. Jordan is an American actor with a net worth of $50 million. He rose to fame through hit films like Fruitvale Station (2013), Creed (2015), and Black Panther (2018).

On TV, he starred in The Wire (2002), All My Children (2003–2006), Friday Night Lights (2009–2011), and Parenthood (2010–2011).

Jordan has won many awards for his acting, including 3 BET Awards, 5 NAACP Image Awards, and a National Society of Film Critics Award.

Besides acting, he has appeared in music videos for Pleasure P, Jay-Z, and Snoh Aalegra. He has also voiced characters in video games like Gears of War 3, NBA 2K17, Wilson’s Heart, and Creed: Rise to Glory.

Early Life

Michael B. Jordan was born on February 9, 1987, in Santa Ana, California. His full name is Michael Bakari Jordan.

He grew up in Newark, New Jersey, with his mother Donna, a high school career counselor, and his father Michael, a caterer. He has an older sister named Jamila and a younger brother named Khalid.

Jordan went to Newark Arts High School, where he acted and played basketball. He graduated in 2005.

As a child, he worked as a model for Toys “R” Us, Modell’s Sporting Goods, and other brands. He landed his first acting role at age 12.

Career

Michael B. Jordan began acting in 1999 with roles in The Sopranos, Cosby, and the film Black and White. In 2001, he appeared in Hardball with Keanu Reeves.

A year later, he gained attention in The Wire and joined the soap All My Children, where he stayed until 2006.

He made guest appearances in shows like CSI, Cold Case, and Bones, and had lead roles in Blackout (2007) and Pastor Brown (2009).

In 2009, he starred in The Assistants and joined Friday Night Lights. In 2010, he joined Parenthood and was named a “face of the future” by Nylon magazine.

His breakout role came in 2013 as Oscar Grant in Fruitvale Station, earning him several awards. In 2015, he starred in Creed, which became a hit, and followed it with Creed II in 2018.

That same year, he played Erik Killmonger in Black Panther, which earned over $1.3 billion worldwide.

Jordan later starred in Fahrenheit 451, Just Mercy, and produced shows like Gen:Lock and Raising Dion.

In 2022, he returned as Killmonger in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and continued to take on major film and production roles.

Michael B. Jordan Net Worth, Latest Movie and Upcoming Projects

As of today, Friday, April 18, 2025, Michael B. Jordan’s newest movie Sinners has just hit theaters.

Sinners

• Release Date: April 18, 2025
• Director: Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Creed)
• Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, Buddy Guy, and Delroy Lindo
• Genre: Period supernatural horror with action, drama, and thriller elements

Upcoming Projects:
Jordan is also busy with several new films:

• Rainbow Six: He will star in and produce this action thriller.
• Wrong Answer: He’ll play Damany Lewis in this true story drama.
• The Thomas Crown Affair: He plans to star in and direct a remake.
• Creed IV: In pre-production. Jordan will return as Adonis Creed and may direct.
• I Am Legend 2: He stars alongside Will Smith in the sequel.

Real Estate

In 2016, Michael B. Jordan bought a 4,627-square-foot home in Sherman Oaks, California, for $1.7 million. He lived there with his parents and still owns the house today.

In 2019, he purchased a 4,530-square-foot home in the Hollywood Hills from model Daisy Fuentes for $5.8 million. He listed it for sale in March 2022 for just under $7 million and sold it in May 2022 for $6.95 million.

That same month, he bought a brand-new 12,300-square-foot mansion in Encino, California, for $12.51 million. The home sits on half an acre and includes a large guesthouse, pool, outdoor kitchen, cabana, cigar bar, and more.

During his six months there, Jordan reportedly spent $500,000 upgrading the security system, air conditioning, and exterior paint—changing it from white to a mix of grey and black.

He listed the property for sale in January 2023 for $12.998 million.

Personal Life

Michael B. Jordan has reportedly dated singer Iggy Azalea, model Catherine Paiz, model Ashlyn Castro, and actress Kiki Layne.

In November 2020, he began dating model Lori Harvey, the daughter of comedian Steve Harvey. They broke up in June 2022.

Jordan has loved anime since he was a kid. In 2019, he teamed up with Coach to design a line of anime-inspired products.

In December 2022, he became a part-owner of the English football club AFC Bournemouth.

Michael B. Jordan Net Worth, Awards and Nominations

In 2013, Michael B. Jordan won several awards for his role in Fruitvale Station, including honors from the Hollywood Film Awards, Gotham Awards, National Board of Review, Satellite Awards, and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

His performance in Creed (2015) earned him awards from the African-American Film Critics Association, Boston Online Film Critics, Black Reel Awards, and the National Society of Film Critics. That same year, Newark mayor Ras Baraka gave him the key to the city.

For his role as Erik Killmonger in Black Panther, Jordan won several awards in 2018 and 2019.

These included a Best Villain award at the MTV Movie & TV Awards, plus honors from the San Francisco and Seattle Film Critics, Teen Choice Awards, and the Online Film Critics Society.

He also shared a Screen Actors Guild Award with the Black Panther cast. In 2019, he received the Cinema Vanguard Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival for his work in Black Panther and Creed II.

Jordan has also been recognized by the Acapulco Black Film Festival (2014), BET Awards (2016, 2019, 2020), and the Black Reel and Black Film Critics Circle Awards.

He won NAACP Image Awards for Creed, Fahrenheit 451, Black Panther, Just Mercy, and was named Entertainer of the Year in 2016.