Lawrence Demetric Johnson

Lawrence Demetric Johnson

Lawrence Demetric Johnson’s net worth is $10 Million. Also know about Lawrence Demetric Johnson’s bio, salary, height, age weight, relationship, and more …

Lawrence Demetric Johnson Wiki Biography

  • Lawrence Demetric Johnson was born in Tyler, Texas, USA, on 14 March 1969. 
  • He is a former basketball player, best known for playing for the Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks in the National Basketball Association (NBA). 
  • He played the power forward role and was considered during his time to be one of the best players in that position. 
  • The success he had in the sport helped to increase his net worth to where it is at present. 
  • As of the beginning of 2016, sources estimate his net worth at $10 million, largely accumulated through a prosperous basketball career. 
  • Larry was also active in college basketball before the NBA. 
  • He continues to work for the NBA after retirement and has also been cast in roles that have helped increase his wealth in film and on television. 
  • At Odessa College, Johnson’s basketball career began. 
  • He was named the National Junior College Athletic Association Division 1 Player of the Year award twice during his two years there. 
  • When he became part of the New York Knicks, Johnson had his career lows, becoming more of a contributor than a star in the next few seasons. 
  • In 2001, because of chronic back issues that hampered his results, Johnson retired early. 
  • Johnson finished his degree in social studies from UNLV after retirement and then became a representative of the Knicks in business and basketball. 
  • In addition to basketball, Johnson has had the ability to participate in numerous productions for film and television. 
  • “As Grandmama, he was part of the “Family Matters” show and appeared as a guest on the “Late Show with David Letterman. 
  • He was also part of ‘Space Jam’ in the Michael Jordan movie. 
  • Larry Johnson has been married to Celeste in his personal life since 1994, and they have a son. 
  • It is known that during his career, Larry converted to Islam at some stage. 
  • Ramadan, the month of fasting, also observes and endured while the NBA season was underway. 
  • “Family Matters” (1989-1998) $10 million IMDB Wikipedia 1969-03-14 1995 Celeste Wingfield (d. 

Lawrence Demetric Johnson Quick Info

Net Worth $10 Million
Date Of Birth March 14, 1969
Died January 21, 2010, Redwood City, California, United States
Place Of Birth Tyler, Texas, USA
Height 2.01 m
Weight 113 kg
Profession Former basketball player
Education Odessa College, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Nationality American
Spouse Celeste Wingfield (m. 1994)
Children Larry Johnson, Jr.
Parents Larry Johnson, Christine Johnson
Siblings Tony Johnson
Nicknames Grandmama
Twitter https://twitter.com/thereallj2
IMDB www.imdb.com/name/nm0425600
Awards USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1989), John R. Wooden Award, Naismith College Player of the Year (1991), Big West Conference Player of the Year Award, NBA Rookie of the Year (1992), NBA All-Star (1993, 1995)
Nominations Heisman Trophy, Best NFL Player ESPY Award
Movies “Family Matters” (1989-1998)
TV Shows “Late Show with David Letterman”

Lawrence Demetric Johnson Important Facts

  • Retired from the NBA [October 2001]
  • (1996-) Foward for the New York Knicks.
  • Charlotte Hornets All-Time Free Throws Attempted Leader (1,962).
  • Charlotte Hornets All-Time Free Throws Leader (1,513).
  • Charlotte Hornets All-Time Rebounds Leader (3,479).
  • Charlotte Hornets All-Time Defensive Rebounds Leader (2,293).
  • Charlotte Hornets All-Time Offensive Rebounds Leader (1,186).
  • Forward for Charlotte Hornets (1991-1996) and New York Knicks (1996-2001).
  • 1st overall draft pick in 1991 NBA Draft.
  • 1992 NBA Rookie of the Year. Charlotte’s all-time leading rebounder with 3,479. Traded by Charlotte to the New York Knicks for Anthony Mason and Brad Lohaus on 7/14/96.

Lawrence Demetric Johnson Filmography

Title Year Status Character Role
The Garden’s Defining Moments 2015 TV Mini-Series Actor
Space Jam 1996 Larry Johnson Actor
Eddie 1996 Charlotte Hornets Actor
Family Matters 1993 TV Series Grandmama Actor
Triumph of Faith 2001 Documentary executive producer Producer
Four Courses with J.B. Smoove 2013 TV Series Himself Self
ESPN Friday Night Fights 2011 TV Series Himself – Audience Member Self
Kourtney & Kim Take Miami 2009 TV Series Himself – Professional Football Player Self
BET Awards 2007 2007 TV Special Himself Self
2007 Trumpet Awards 2007 TV Special Himself Self
1995 NBA All-Star Game 1995 TV Special Himself Self
Late Show with David Letterman 1993 TV Series Himself Self
1993 NBA All-Star Game 1993 TV Special Himself Self
Runnin’ Rebels of UNLV 2011 TV Movie documentary Himself Archive Footage
Rebels on the Run: The Rise and Fall of UNLV Basketball 2005 TV Movie documentary Himself Archive Footage