this week Michael Jordan attracted everyone's attention while on holiday in Spain: legend NBA showed off his noticeably slimmer figure during a walk with his wife Yvette Prieto .
The basketball legend appeared relaxed as he smoked one of his signature cigars, but there was reportedly a more personal motivation behind the glamorous European getaway.
According to new information from an insider, Jordan has become more focused on his health after fans raised concerns about his appearance and eye condition during several public appearances last year.
Michael Jordan showed off his slimmed-down look while on holiday in Marbella.
This week, Michael Jordan appeared to be enjoying another luxurious summer vacation in Europe with his wife, Yvette Prieto.
The six-time NBA champion was photographed walking through the grounds of the Marbella Club hotel in Spain surrounded by security guards.
The 63-year-old man wore an orange T-shirt, denim shorts, and white sneakers, smoking one of his signature cigars. Fans quickly noticed he'd lost a significant amount of weight during the outing.
A source close to Jordan said Daily Mail , that his new look came after he became more health conscious in the wake of public concerns about his appearance in 2024.
«"Besides appearing on television for NASCAR races and occasionally appearing on NBC's NBA program, he's been wanting to get in good shape and be TV-ready, so to speak," the source said.
A source close to the situation added that fans had previously "made fun of him because of his appearance and the way his eyes looked.".
Last year, Jordan raised concerns about his vision.
Concerns about Michael Jordan's health intensified in September 2024 after he attended a Champions League match in Monaco with Prieto.
The NBA legend was photographed at the Stade Louis II watching Monaco's victory over Barcelona, but social media users noticed a yellowish tint to his eyes.
After photos from the outing went viral, many fans immediately began speculating about his health. This wasn't the first time viewers had noticed this issue.
Back in 2020, Jordan's eyes raised concerns during interviews featured in the hugely successful Netflix documentary series The Last Dance.
Throughout the series, the former Chicago Bulls star regularly developed a yellowish tint to his eyes, leading some viewers to wonder if he was suffering from jaundice or some other underlying condition.
According to a source, the public backlash reportedly prompted Jordan to make some lifestyle changes. "After hearing people comment on his appearance, he changed some of his eating habits and started exercising more," the source claims.
Michael Jordan has reportedly resumed training with Yvette Prieto.
A source close to the situation claimed that Jordan's athletic background made it easier for him to return to a healthier lifestyle.
«"But the great thing about Mike and his health is that he's been an elite athlete for so long that he knows how to stay in shape," the source explained.
They also noted that Jordan and Prieto reportedly work out together regularly. "And since his wife was a model, they work out together, and he's always walking around the golf course, so overall, he stays in great shape," the source added.
Jordan is also reportedly doing his best to remain as active and energetic when he turns 70 as he was in his 60s.
According to the source, the businessman's relaxed lifestyle contributes to his overall well-being. "Besides, how much stress do you think he experiences? Not much; he's wealthy, happily married, and enjoying life. This has a significant impact on his health," they noted.
A source close to the situation also denied reports that Jordan was taking weight loss drugs.
Jordan continues to lead a luxurious lifestyle across Europe.
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Michael Jordan's European vacations have become an integral part of his life since retiring from the NBA. The basketball star, whose net worth is estimated at around $4.3 billion, often travels on his luxury yachts.
He is believed to own the $80 million yacht "Joy" and the even larger yacht "M'BRACE", which is reportedly worth $115 million.
Since officially retiring from professional basketball in 2003, Jordan has led a glamorous lifestyle.
In recent years, he remained active in business ventures, including owning a NASCAR team.
This season, he also returned to television as a special correspondent for NBC covering NBA games. However, some fans were disappointed by the limited airtime he received, despite the network heavily promoting his return.
Jordan reportedly gave only one interview to NBC host Mike Tirico, which aired in several episodes during the 2025-2026 NBA season. Nevertheless, his rare appearances continue to draw the attention of sports fans eager to see the NBA legend back on screen.
Michael Jordan went viral online for his bizarre antics after winning a race.
Last month, Jordan once again caused a stir on social media after his bizarre celebration of Tyler Reddick's thrilling NASCAR win at Kansas Speedway went viral online.
As The Blast reported, the legendary driver, who co-owns the 23XI Racing team with Denny Hamlin, was caught on camera grabbing Hamlin by the throat and kissing him on the temple immediately after Reddick's dramatic victory.
Fans immediately flooded social media with comments, with many calling the incident awkward and strange. One person wrote, "It's pretty humiliating how he grabbed him by the throat," while another wondered, "Why did he grab him by the neck like that?"«
A third fan flatly called the incident "the weirdest thing ever." The moment became even more controversial because Hamlin dominated much of the race and seemed on course for victory, but a late restart allowed Reddick to snatch the victory.
Jordan later admitted that he enjoyed beating Hamlin because of the constant banter between them, and Hamlin jokingly remarked that Jordan probably enjoyed seeing his own driver beat him.
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