The legendary former NBA player, Michael Jordan, pledged to donate US $ 1 million to help those affected by the passage of Hurricane Dorian that affected the northwest of the Bahamas, causing catastrophic damage to the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama.
This was announced on Tuesday by Jordan's spokeswoman, Estee Portney, through your Twitter account.
"I am devastated to see the destruction that Hurricane Dorian has brought to the Bahamas, where I own a property and visit frequently," Jordan said in the statement.
Statement From Michael Jordan pic.twitter.com/JIcPGE8y2C
— Estee Portnoy (@esteep) September 10, 2019
"My heart is with all those who suffer and with those who have lost their loved ones," said the NBA Hall of Fame member and owner of the Charlotte Hornets.
"As recovery and relief efforts continue, I will closely monitor the situation and work to identify nonprofit agencies where funds have the greatest impact," he added.
"The people of the Bahamas are strong and resilient and I hope my donation is helpful while they work to recover from this catastrophic storm," the former basketball player added.
It is known that Michael, who according Forbes He has a fortune of US $ 1.9 billion, frequents the Bahamas and owns properties there.
It should be noted that this is not the first time Jordan has taken an action like this, since last year he donated two million dollars to those affected by Hurricane Florence in Las Carolinas. The 56-year-old celebrity grew up in Wilmington, North Carolina, and attended the University of North Carolina.
Great visit to The Wilmington Boys & Girls Club to distribute @Jumpman23 shoes and food. Thank you @Lowes for your partnership on a great visit. pic.twitter.com/rDDSNXPhMt
— Estee Portnoy (@esteep) November 20, 2018
Last Sunday, the global non-governmental humanitarian organization, Mercy Corps, explained that Dorian has been the strongest hurricane that has touched down in the archipelago off the coast of Florida. He added that there are a confirmed death toll of 43 and 70,000 people who needed life-saving assistance.
The six-time NBA champion is widely regarded as one of the best basketball players of all time. It was named 14 times "All-Star" (it is a team formed by the best players of each of the game positions within a team sport, such as baseball, basketball or football).
He was also five times the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the regular season and six times MVP of the NBA Finals.
He spent 13 seasons with the Chicago Bulls and finished his career with two campaigns as a member of the Washington Wizards in 2003.
Currently, Jordan is a successful businessman due in large part to his Jordan Brand empire.
Other celebrities who will help rebuild the country after the natural disaster are from Barbados, Rihanna, the rapper and actor Ludacris, the star of "Real Housewives of New York", Bethenny Frankel, Lili Estefan, Maria Celeste Arrarás, Gaby Espino Y Ximena Duke, among others.
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