Julius Erving has an estimated
net worth of $16 million
Julius Erving’s Story
Julius Winfield Erving II, popularly known as Julius Erving, is a prominent figure in the sports industry. Reports indicate that his net worth currently stands at an impressive $16 million, accumulated through a successful career in basketball. After retiring from professional basketball, Erving continued to enjoy financial success, significantly contributing to his overall wealth. His remarkable achievements in the NBA, including induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame as a player in 1983 and selection in the NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time team, have solidified his status as a basketball icon and bolstered his net worth. Between 1971 and 1987, Erving amassed his wealth by playing professional basketball.
Julius Erving’s Net Worth: $16 Million
Julius Winfield Erving II was born on February 22, 1950, in Nassau County, New York, United States. Growing up in a Catholic family, faith has always been a significant part of his life. He first showcased his talent by playing for the Roosevelt High School basketball team and later represented the University of Massachusetts in Amherst as part of The UMass Minutemen basketball team from 1968 to 1971.
Fresh out of college, Julius Erving embarked on his professional career, kickstarting his journey to amassing significant wealth. Standing at 201cm and weighing 91kg, he played in the positions of guard or forward. He was initially picked by the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round of the 1972 NBA draft but was later traded to the Virginia Squires, for whom he played from 1971 to 1973. His career continued with the New York Nets from 1973 to 1976 and the Philadelphia 76ers from 1976 to 1987. At the peak of his career, Erving averaged an impressive 31.9 points per game and played an outstanding 42.2 minutes per game, greatly contributing to his fame and net worth.
Throughout his career, Erving’s net worth grew with each accolade. His extensive list of career highlights and awards includes the J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (1983), three-time ABA Most Valuable Player, eleven-time NBA All-Star, and five-time NBA All-NBA First Team member, among many other honors. Additionally, his induction into various lists including the National Basketball Association career steals leaders, block leaders, and play-off scoring leaders further underscores his legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
In 1972, Julius Erving married Turquoise Erving, with whom he has four children; however, the couple divorced in 2003. In 1979, he had a love affair with Samantha Stevenson, resulting in the birth of his daughter, the famous tennis player Alexandra Stevenson. Since 2003, Erving has been in a relationship with Dorys Madden, with whom he has three children, and the couple tied the knot in 2008.
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| Full Name | Julius Erving |
| Net Worth | $16 Million |
| Date Of Birth | February 22, 1950 (age 65 |
| Place Of Birth | Roosevelt, New York, United States |
| Height | 6 ft 6 in (2 m) |
| Weight | 209 lbs (95 kg) |
| Profession | Basketball player, Actor |
| Education | University of Massachusetts Amherst |
| Nationality | United States of America |
| Spouse | Dorýs Madden (m. 2008), Turquoise Brown (m. 1972–2003) |
| Children | Alexandra Stevenson, Justin Kangas, Corey Erving |
| Parents | Julius Erving, Callie Mae Erving |
| Siblings | Alexis Erving, Marvin Erving |
| Nicknames | Julius Winfield Erving III , Dr. J , Julius ‘Dr. J’ Erving , Julius W. Erving |
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| Awards | NBA Most Valuable Player Award, All-NBA Team |
| Movies | The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh, The Real: Rucker Parks Legends, NBA Hardwood Classics: Superstars Collection |
| # | Quote |
|---|---|
| 1 | With black kids, it’s always a struggle for pride. Basketball was my way out. I worked hard to make sure it was. |
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| 1 | He was the ABA MVP in the year 1975 as well as 1974 and 1976. |
| 2 | Inducted in the Enshrined in University of Massachusetts Athletics Hall of Fame in 1980. |
| 3 | Inducted into the World Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame in 1995. |
| 4 | Played for the University of Massachusetts (1968-1971). All-America and All-Yankee Conference (1970, 1971). Holds or shares 14 UMass records, including career (20.2 rpg) and seasonal (20.9 rpg, 1970) rebounding averages, career (38.4) and seasonal (38.8, 1970) minutes per game, career (26.3 ppg) and seasonal (26.9 ppg, 1971) scoring averages. |
| 5 | NBA MVP (1981). All-NBA First Team (1978, 1980-1983). All-NBA Second Team (1977, 1984). Appeared in 11 NBA All-Star Games (1977-1987). Two-time All-Star Game MVP (1977, 1983). |
| 6 | Jersey retired by both the Nets and the 76ers. NBA 35th Anniversary All-Time Team (1980). NBA 50th Anniversary All-Time Team (1996). Walter J. Kennedy Citizenship Award (1983). Jackie Robinson Award presented by Ebony Magazine (1983). American Express Man of the Year (1985). |
| 7 | His youngest son Corey accidentally drowned in 2000. |
| 8 | ABA MVP (1974, 1976). ABA First Team All-Star (1973-1976). Five-time ABA All-Star (1972-1976). Holds ABA career record for highest scoring average (28.7 ppg) in a minimum of 250 games. |
| 9 | Played for the American Basketball Association’s (ABA) Virginia Squires (1971-1972 & 1972-1973) and New York Nets (1973-1974 thru 1975-1976); and the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Philadelphia 76ers (1976-1977 thru 1986-1987). |
| 10 | Enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993. |
| 11 | Is currently an executive for the NBA’s Orlando Magic. [2000] |
| 12 | Is the father of professional tennis player Alexandra Stevenson. |
| 13 | Former professional basketball player |
Actor
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Office | 2013 | TV Series | Julius Erving |
| Frasier | 1996 | TV Series | Mike |
| Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper | 1995 | TV Series | Dr. J |
| Time Trax | 1994 | TV Series | Father Trey Hawkins |
| Doogie Howser, M.D. | 1991 | TV Series | Dr. J |
| The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh | 1979 | Moses Guthrie |
Director
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doctor | 2013/IV | Documentary |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESPN 25: Who’s #1? | 2004 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
| ESPY Awards | 2003 | TV Special | Himself – Presenter |
| 2003 Trumpet Awards | 2003 | TV Special | Himself |
| The 1997 NBA Finals | 1997 | TV Mini-Series | Himself – Pregame Analyst |
| 1997 NBA All-Star Game | 1997 | TV Special | Himself – Studio Analyst |
| The 1996 NBA Finals | 1996 | TV Mini-Series | Himself – Pregame Analyst |
| 1996 NBA All-Star Game | 1996 | TV Special | Himself – Studio Analyst |
| Late Night with Conan O’Brien | 1995 | TV Series | Himself |
| 1995 NBA All-Star Game | 1995 | TV Special | Himself – Studio Analyst |
| 1994 NBA All-Star Game | 1994 | TV Special | Himself – Studio Analyst |
| Philadelphia | 1993 | Himself | |
| Square One Television | 1991 | TV Series | Himself |
| My Two Dads | 1990 | TV Series | Himself |
| Lou Rawls Parade of Stars | 1989 | TV Series | Himself |
| The Pat Sajak Show | 1989 | TV Series | Himself |
| Sesame Street | 1987-1988 | TV Series | Himself |
| The 9th Annual American Black Achievement Awards | 1988 | TV Special | Himself |
| Ebony/Jet Showcase | 1987 | TV Series | Himself |
| 1987 NBA All-Star Game | 1987 | TV Special | Himself |
| 1986 NBA All-Star Game | 1986 | TV Special | Himself |
| 1985 NBA All-Star Game | 1985 | TV Special | Himself |
| 1984 NBA All-Star Game | 1984 | TV Special | Himself |
| 1984 NBA Slam Dunk Championship | 1984 | TV Movie | Himself |
| 1983 NBA All-Star Game | 1983 | TV Special | Himself |
| Greatest Sports Legends | 1982 | TV Series | Himself |
| 1982 NBA All-Star Game | 1982 | TV Special | Himself |
| 1981 NBA All-Star Game | 1981 | TV Special | Himself |
| The NBA on CBS | 1978-1979 | TV Series | Himself |
| 1979 NBA All-Star Game | 1979 | TV Special | Himself |
| Good Morning America | 1978 | TV Series | Himself |
| 1978 NBA All-Star Game | 1978 | TV Special | Himself |
| 1977 NBA All-Star Game | 1977 | TV Special | Himself |
| The Mike Douglas Show | 1976 | TV Series | Himself – Pro Basketball Player / Himself – Co-Host |
| Dinah! | 1976 | TV Series | Himself |
| The Wise Old Owl | Documentary filming | Himself | |
| FNS 27 HRS Television 30 | 201 |
