Michael Jordan looked relaxed and healthy this week as he enjoyed a vacation in Marbella, Spain, with his wife, Yvette Prieto. The six-time NBA champion was seen walking around the Marbella Club Hotel, surrounded by security guards. Wearing an orange T-shirt, denim shorts, and white sneakers, Jordan also carried one of his signature cigars while soaking up the sunny weather. However, what caught many people's attention was his noticeably slimmer appearance.
Health Concerns Sparked Lifestyle Changes
According to a report from the Daily Mail, a source close to Jordan revealed that the basketball icon has been paying much more attention to his health after fans raised concerns about his appearance in recent years. The concerns first grew in 2024 when photos of Jordan attending a soccer match in Monaco circulated online. Some fans commented on the color of his eyes, while others wondered if he was facing health issues. Those discussions reportedly pushed Jordan to make some lifestyle adjustments.
The source told Daily Mail, “Along with being seen on TV through NASCAR and his occasional moments on NBC with the NBA, he’s wanted to be in good shape and TV-ready so to speak as of late, because not so long ago fans were giving him some grief over his appearance and the way his eyes have looked, making many worried about him.”
Return to Healthy Routines
According to the same source, Jordan’s athletic background made it easier for him to return to healthier routines. The former Chicago Bulls superstar is said to stay active through regular exercise, time on the golf course, and workouts with Yvette Prieto, who previously worked as a model. The source said, “But the great thing about Mike and his health, is that he was an elite athlete for so long, he knows what to do to stay in shape, and having a wife who was a model, they work out together and he is always walking around on the golf course, so he remains overall in solid shape.”
Ongoing Speculation About His Health
Questions about Jordan’s health are not new. Similar discussions appeared in 2020 after viewers watched him in the documentary series The Last Dance. At the time, some fans noticed a yellow tint in his eyes and shared concerns online. Those conversations returned in September 2024 when Jordan attended Monaco’s UEFA Champions League match against Barcelona.
The source also revealed that Jordan adjusted parts of his daily routine as he got older. “As he was hearing people talking about his looks, he changed some eating habits and got back to working out a little more as he is just making sure that he will be just as spry when he gets into his 70s as he has been in his 60s.”
Addressing Weight-Loss Medication Rumors
The insider also addressed speculation about weight-loss medications, saying, “If he is on Ozempic or anything else, he hasn’t told anybody, nor has anyone asked. He’s keeping that to himself.”
Now 63, Jordan continues to enjoy retirement while spending time with his family, traveling across Europe, and making occasional television appearances with NBC’s NBA coverage. His recent appearance in Marbella suggests that his renewed focus on health is paying off, as he looks fit and relaxed.
