LeBron James - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 30, 1984 |
|---|---|
| Age | 40 |
| Birthplace | Akron, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Professional basketball career, NBA championships, Olympic gold medals, philanthropy, and influence on and off the court. |
Intro
LeBron James is an American professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Over his career, he has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. Known for his versatility, athleticism, and basketball intelligence, James has won multiple NBA championships, MVP awards, and Olympic gold medals.
Early Life & Background
LeBron James was raised by his single mother, Gloria James, in Akron, Ohio. His early life was marked by instability and repeated moves, but he found stability and mentorship through basketball. He attended St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, where he gained national attention for his prodigious basketball talent.
Career Highlights
- 4× NBA Champion (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
- 4× NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013)
- 4× NBA Finals MVP (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
- 2× Olympic Gold Medalist (2008, 2012)
- NBA Rookie of the Year (2004)
- NBA Scoring Champion (2008)
- 20× NBA All-Star (2005–2024)
- 13× All-NBA First Team selections
- All-time leading scorer in NBA history (as of 2023)
- Named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team
Trivia
- LeBron James became the all-time leading scorer in NBA history, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 2023.
- He founded the LeBron James Family Foundation, which emphasizes education and the well-being of children.
- LeBron opened the 'I PROMISE School' in Akron to support at-risk children.
- Nicknamed 'King James' since high school, he has appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated as a teenager.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is LeBron James?
LeBron James is 40 years old.
When was LeBron James born?
LeBron James was born the 30 December 1984.
Where is LeBron James from?
Akron, Ohio, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 30th, 1984, in brief:
- Historical events: A significant magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck the India-Bangladesh border region, causing substantial destruction in southern Assam, India. The seismic event resulted in 20 fatalities, approximately 100 injuries, and left around 10,000 people homeless. The earthquake caused extensive structural damage to buildings and infrastructure in the affected area.
- Day of the week: December 30th, 1984 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Like A Virgin by Madonna
- Popular movie: Sahara directed by Breck Eisner
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