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I was born in Orange County - in Santa Ana. My dad is from California. I was raised on the East Coast. My first two years were in California, but I claim East Coast. I'm sorry, I don't rep California.
Michael B. Jordan
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Michael B. Jordan
Age: 37
Born: 1987
Born: February 23
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