Michael Jordan has sparked some fears for his health after photos of the NBA legend went viral this week. Jordan was spotted attending the Champions League matchup between Monaco and Barcelona on Thursday, with photos being posted online of the six-time NBA champion in a box at Louis II Stadium in the European principality. Commenters were quick to point out Jordan’s eyes, which were a worryingly shade of yellow.
“Why the hell MJ out here with JAUNDICE tho? Eyes lookin like a Vampire In Brooklyn,” one user wrote on X. “Are we surprised? Bro drinks like a fish,” a second replied. While some raised their concerns comedically, other fans took a more serious tone.
“Man got all the girls, money, fame and accomplishments anyone could ask for yet is still on the path to an early death. Sucks,” one fan commented. “As someone who grew up in a family full of alcoholism and drug abuse, and someone who idolized this man, I know what those eyes mean,” another user grimly wrote.
“This makes me sad, man.” The basketball hall of famer had previously sparked concerns among fans after the release of , a documentary series about his final season with the Chicago Bulls in 1997-98. Jordan was interviewed for the Netflix show and appeared regularly with a yellow tint to his eyes, a common symptom of the liver disease jaundice.
Jaundice is often caused by the over-consumption of alcohol and leads the sufferer’s skin and eyes to turn yellow. Shortly after the series aired, op.