Marcus Jordan Says His Famous Dad Told Him To "Lay Low" in Season 2 of 'The Traitors' on Peacock (EXCLUSIVE)

Jan. 12 2024, Published 9:00 p.m. ET

Maybe Marcus Jordan, Michael Jordan's son, signed his own dying warrant when he went into The Traitors pageant on Peacock with a girlfriend in tow, but that does not forestall him from enjoying a fierce sport. That is, until he's booted from stated recreation and his female friend, Larsa Pippen, is left to select up the pieces (and herself) and keep going.

Distractify spoke with Marcus solely about filming The Traitors and what recommendation (if any) his famous dad imparted on him ahead of he left to film in Scotland. But outside of The Traitors, what does Marcus Jordan do for a living? This is his first foray into reality TV, and he has one thing of a past with basketball. However, his occupation has extra to do with a couple of other completely other fields, and he has made a living without trying to beat his father's basketball scoring report.

What does Marcus Jordan do for a living outdoor of 'The Traitors'?

Like his father, Marcus performed basketball in faculty. While he attended the University of Central Florida, he performed for the UCF Knights. However, he did not cross directly to play in the NBA. In truth, Marcus left the group in 2012, despite the fact that he remained at school. In 2013, Marcus graduated with a degree in hospitality management.

Not lengthy after that, he opened the Trophy Room apparel retailer, which is now primarily based online and frequently options high-end collaborations that stay unique to customers. Marcus additionally hosts a podcast with girlfriend Larsa Pippen referred to as Separation Anxiety. So no, he isn't the second coming of Michael Jordan by the use of basketball, however he has worked onerous to make a identify for himself.

Marcus Jordan and Larsa Pippen have a severe dating.

When it involves The Traitors, Marcus and Larsa are a part of the primary couple to ever enter the game in combination. And, although Marcus isn't targeted as a result of that, he's considered as a risk as a result of how much the other avid gamers consider him. So when he is given the boot, Larsa is crushed. Outside of the display, on the other hand, Larsa and Marcus are back in combination IRL and appear to be doing great.

Things are if truth be told beautiful serious. In December 2023, Larsa opened as much as People about her courting with Marcus. She revealed that an engagement was once at the horizon. Never thoughts the truth that Larsa's ex-husband, Scottie Pippen, had a feud with Marcus's dad lengthy earlier than the pair were given together.

What does Michael Jordan think of 'The Traitors'?

Distractify asked Marcus if his dad gave him any recommendation going into The Traitors, even supposing Michael is not experienced in reality TV himself. And Marcus desires to make it clear that his decisions in the game are his on my own.

"I mean, if he gave me any advice, it was to, like, lay low-key and observe your surroundings," Marcus shared. "But I feel like once the mission started, I got caught up in the game and trying to figure out who was who, and so, you know, I accept responsibility for myself."

Watch new episodes of The Traitors on Fridays, only on Peacock.

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