Michael Jordan has a long-documented love for fine cigars. According to a YouTuber, the 6-time NBA champion has spent more than $500,000 on cigars in his life. It appears as though the senior Jordan is also trying to get his son Marcus hooked on cigars, as per Marcus’ latest Instagram story. Marcus posted an image of a cigar box from Plascencia that he received from his father. The cigars were personally handcrafted for Michael Jordan.
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Michael Jordan extended his luxurious preferences to his son Marcus, introducing him to the world of fine cigars. This gesture signifies Michael Jordan’s desire to pass down his appreciation for cigars to the next generation, showcasing his luxurious tastes and the bond he shares with his son.
Michael Jordan is pushing his son to appreciate fine cigars like himself
Marcus’ father was well-known for his spendthrift lifestyle. He had a long and tumultuous history with gambling, owned a huge collection of luxury cars, and even had a private jet.
One of his luxurious tastes was fine cigars. Jordan consistently spent huge amounts of money on cigars. The YouTube channel Rebound conducted an investigation, claiming that Jordan must have spent between $500k-900k on his love for cigars. Naturally, the 6-time champion was also determined to pass down his love for cigars. He appeared to be pushing his son Marcus to appreciate them. Marcus posted an Instagram story showing a box of Plascencia cigars that had been sent to him on behalf of his father. Along with a message about the cigars, Marcus also posted a “Thank you, Dad” message on the story.
Recently, Marcus Jordan and his father, Michael Jordan, embarked on a lavish vacation to Turks and Caicos. They spent quality time together away from the public eye. This trip not only signifies their close bond but also reflects a shift in Michael Jordan’s approach to being more involved in Marcus’ life. In the past, due to his demanding career and the spotlight surrounding him, Michael struggled to give his children the attention they needed.
However, as evidenced by their vacation and other gestures like introducing Marcus to the world of fine cigars, Michael Jordan is making a conscious effort to be present and actively participate in his son’s life. This newfound dedication highlights Michael’s growth as a father and his commitment to teaching his children important life lessons.
Jordan once revealed he does not think he is a perfect father
Considering Jordan is a father of 3, there is little doubt that the kind of career he had had a huge impact on them. Jordan’s unlimited fame and popularity put his children in the limelight.
Speaking on Larry King Live back in 1999, Jordan claimed that he completely understood the kind of impact his fame had had on his children. The then-Bulls player revealed that he could not protect his children from his past. However, he wanted to be there for them.
Jordan also said that while he thinks he is a great dad, there is no perfect father. MJ believes that at the end of the day, his biggest job was teaching his children how to make decisions:
“I think I am. Each and every day is a learning experience about fatherhood. No one is a perfect father. My kids are great. They have a lot of my personality and a lot of my wife’s personality. At the end of the day, it is about teaching them how to make decisions.”
It is possible that the recent vacation to Turks and Caicos and the extravagant gifts, such as the handcrafted cigars, are part of Michael Jordan’s way of making amends and strengthening his relationship with his kids. These gestures could be seen as a heartfelt attempt to bridge the gap. And to create meaningful memories as he strives to be a better father to Marcus and his other children.
