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Chris Webber was born on March 1, 1973 and is known as one of the best basketball players America has ever seen.

Basketball Career

The title of Mr. Basketball was given to him Webber in 1990-1991. Having played for the University of Michigan, Chris was the <a href="/biography/chris-webber">leader</a> of the team of excellent players which included <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_King">Jimmy King</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juwan_Howard">Juwan Howard</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Jackson_(basketball)">Ray Jackson</a> and <a href="/biography/jalen-rose">Jalen Rose</a>. These 5 players added their own tune to their game and became very popular! They were known as the “Fab Five”. They are credited for changing the game of basketball as it transitioned from the tough style of the 80s to the faster paced action of the 90s. The Fab Five merged hip hop culture with basketball by wearing baggy shorts and trash talking on the court.

Chris was drafted by the Orlando Magic with the 1st overall pick but he was traded to the Golden State Warriors for the 3rd pick, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penny_Hardaway">Penny Hardaway</a>. In his first 15 years in NBA, he earned $176 million.  In February 2015, Philadelphia 76ers traded for Chris along with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Bradley_(basketball)">Michael Bradley</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Barnes">Matt Barnes</a>. However, he did not complete the contract and was released. He then signed with the Detroit Pistons, which was his home team and the team which he always wanted to be a part of. He was happy that he could end his career with the Pistons.

There are several accolades to his name including NBA All Star (5 times), All NBA Team Member (5 times), and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NBA_Rookie_of_the_Year_Award">NBA Rookie of the year</a>. He most certainly deserved all these awards. If you watched basketball during Webber’s career, there is a very slim chance that you do not know this legend. He started played basketball from his high school days. Proudly representing Michigan at the state level, he was a local <a href="/biography/chris-webber">hero</a>. It was because of him that the school won MHSAA State Championship three times.

In 2013, Chris got engulfed in a scandal. A local booster paid Webber $200,000. Despite the ban, Chris continued to support Michigan, at every possible instance.

Personal Life

Webber’s childhood was not as luxurious and fancy as his basketball career. He was the <a href="/biography/chris-webber">oldest</a> of the five children and lived a mediocre life in a lower-middle class dwelling in Detroit, Michigan. However, aided by his supportive parents and a few social opportunities, Webber began his journey towards becoming a basketball sensation.

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There is no lack of romantic controversies so long as Webber is concerned. Webber’s life seems to be full of steamy and scandalous affairs, which are in full view for the media to speculate. His affair with <a href="/biography/nia-long">Nia Long</a> actress and his ex-girlfriend, ended after the two couldn’t work things out. However, soon after the spilt, he entered into a three-year long relationship with super model <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyra_Banks">Tyra Banks</a>. The couple enjoyed their relationship and loved the chemistry they had. It was as if life had given Chris another chance to find love. Their relationship was discussed heavily among the media and it was a hot topic among Hollywood enthusiasts. There was even a famous incident where Webber scolded a media member for trying to pry into his personal life. He enjoyed his time with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyra_Banks">Tyra</a> but they did not last.

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyra_Banks">Tyra</a> was romantically linked with a couple of famous and renowned people and admits being a victim of abusive relationships. She discussed her affairs without stating the names and described how she was cheated on by a number of men in her life. But, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyra_Banks">Tyra</a> never openly discussed her relationship with Webber so it is unknown if he was <a href="/biography/chris-webber">one</a> of the abusive ones.

Webber has suffered some hardships in his previous relationships but has never encountered divorce as he is happily married. He had a few serious relationships with his ex-girlfriends but he finally met his soul mate and nothing seems able to disturb their wedding vows. Although he had been romantically linked to a lot of girls prior to the marriage, he has not shown any signs of breaching his loyalty once he was married.

Celebrities are prone to divorce and break-ups but this may not hold true for Webber as he is going strong with his wife, Erika Dates. His naughty by nature attitude and his charming personality has always lured female attention. He is a beloved and celebrated <a href="/biography/chris-webber">basketball superstar</a> and enjoys the attention he attracts from female fans. Erika Dates keeps the details of her married life to herself and has never openly discussed their private matters with the world. Erika is the President of Social Butterflies Mentoring Program. The two were married in a private ceremony, at Webber’s Atlanta Home as reported by Washington Daily News. The wedding was a private affair with the presence of 200 guests, including family and friends.

Webber was named the sexiest basketball player alive at one point and he has a net worth of $275 million.

Life After Basketball

Chris has always had a busy life and his current life after basketball is not different. He has been an <a href="/biography/chris-webber">analyst</a> for basketball for many years after retiring. He also started his own podcast where he interviews athletes and other figures that inspire him.

His main line of work now is an analyst on NBA TV’s Gametime Live

Webber owes his fortune to his long NBA career, substantial property holdings, smart stock markets investments and lucrative endorsements deals. He also owns several restaurants, along with a fashion line and top selling perfumes. He celebrates his relationships as he celebrates his wealth. Even today, after his retirement, he is surrounded by women and money.

Chris has a net worth of staggering $275 million, which is much more than a lot of actors in Hollywood. Apart from a sportsman, Chris is also a businessmen having presided over a lot of investments and restaurants. There is no doubt that Webber will continue to excel in other areas of his life just like he did in basketball. He continues to expand his brand awareness by his appearances on NBA TV.

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