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Birthday
(Wednesday)
Birthplace
Height
201 cm (6'7")
Nationality
Weight
93 kg (205 lbs)
Sport
Basketball
Languages
English
Children
2 children: Alexandra Stevenson, Jules Erving
Residences
Nassau County
Education
Roosevelt High School, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek < Proto-Indo-European (*welH-)
Popularity
Tier B -- 42,074 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 28
Career
Career spanning 14 years (1979-1993)
Zodiac
Year of the Tiger, sign of Pisces
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Sustainability
35
Cultural Uplift
18
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Filmography (2)
AWARDS (4)
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All-NBA Team
WON
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J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award
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NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award
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NBA Most Valuable Player Award
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Biography
Julius Winfield "Dr. J" Erving II is an American former professional basketball player. He helped legitimize the American Basketball Association (ABA), and was the best-known player in the league when it merged into the National Basketball Association (NBA) after the 1975–1976 season.
Connections (2)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Julius Erving?
Julius Erving is 76 years old, born on .
Where was Julius Erving born?
Julius Erving was born in Manhattan.
What movies or shows has Julius Erving been in?
Julius Erving has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include Philadelphia (1993), The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh (1979).
Where can I find more information about Julius Erving?
You can find more about Julius Erving on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
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