Updated Feb 16, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Birthplace
Height
208 cm (6'10")
Nationality
Weight
104 kg (229 lbs)
Sport
Basketball
Children
1 child: Shawn Kemp Jr.
Education
Concord High School, Trinity Valley Community College, University of Kentucky
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Name Origin
English < Old French < Ancient Greek < Biblical Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
Popularity
Tier B -- 18,387 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 39
Year context
Born in 1969 -- Apollo 11: first humans land on the Moon; Richard Nixon was US president
Year 1969 →
Zodiac
Year of the Rooster, sign of Sagittarius
Filmography (1)
AWARDS (1)
B
All-NBA Team
WON
Biography
Shawn Travis Kemp Sr. is an American former professional basketball player who played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Cleveland Cavaliers, Portland Trail Blazers, and Orlando Magic in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Nicknamed "Reign Man", he was a six-time NBA All-Star and a three-time All-NBA Second Team member. Kemp is widely regarded as one of the best slam dunkers of all time and made the 1996 NBA Finals with the SuperSonics.
Connections (1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Shawn Kemp?
Shawn Kemp is 56 years old, born on .
Where was Shawn Kemp born?
Shawn Kemp was born in Elkhart.
What movies or shows has Shawn Kemp been in?
Shawn Kemp has 1 credits in our database. Notable titles include Sonicsgate (2009).
Where can I find more information about Shawn Kemp?
You can find more about Shawn Kemp on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
