Who Are Jimmy Butler' Parents? Is He Related to Michael Jordan?

Delve into the family background of NBA star Jimmy Butler. Discover his parents' identity and explore whether he shares any familial ties with basketball legend Michael Jordan. Read more

Published on May 11, 2024  |  10:51 PM IST |  488.5K
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Image Courtesy: Twitter

This season, Jimmy Butler has significantly impacted the court for the Miami Heat, putting on a noteworthy performance. 

Even though he has been with adverse conditions such as a recent MCL injury, Butler's stats are remarkable, demonstrating an average of 20.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists per game.


There's a swirl of questions concerning the identity of Jimmy Butler's real parents and the possibility of him being Michael Jordan's son. This article attempts to provide answers to these inquiries.

Who are Jimmy Butler's Real Parents? 

Jimmy Butler II and Londa Butler are Jimmy Butler's parents. Jimmy Butler II, his father, abandoned him and his mother during Butler's early years.

Although Butler has been coy about providing more details about his father, he acknowledges that he's reconnected with both of his parents and stays in communication with them, holding no hard feelings against them.

Jimmy Butler's mom

His mother Londa Butler, who works as a public sitter, single-handedly raised Butler after his father departed from their lives. Nonetheless, she placed severe hardship on Butler when she forced him out of their home at the age of 13.

During an interview, Butler disclosed her unjust parting words: she expressed dislike about his appearance and behavior, indicating he should leave the house.

After these events, Butler found a home with Jordan Leslie's family, where Leslie's mother, Michelle Lambert, offered him shelter.


Despite their tumultuous past, Butler and Londa Butler maintain regular contact.

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Michael Jordan and Jimmy Butler's Relationship and Similarities

The comparison between Jimmy Butler and Michael Jordan has been fueled by their remarkably similar physical attributes and style of play. Interestingly, when Butler sports a bald head, they bear an uncanny resemblance to each other.

Their commendable ability to perform under stress and competitive spirit has further strengthened this comparison.


A side-by-side view of both of their faces would display their strikingly similar features - African American heritage, prominent jawlines, and noses that flare out towards the bottom.

Butler's versatile hair journey, ranging from dreads, braids, and more, against MJ's consistently short or bald hair does not deter the comparison.ably, Butler once sported a haircut quite identical to Michael's 1984 look during his 2011 rookie season.

Nevertheless, they are not just physically similar. A theory exists claiming their relationship, based on Michael's secretive extramarital involvements while being married to Juanita Vanoy.

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