After once claiming the Jordan family’s blessing, Larsa Pippen now hints at deeper family tensions. It’s been more than a year since she and Marcus Jordan decided to go their separate ways. Since then, both have been navigating the dating world. And in Larsa’s case, it seems she may have stumbled upon something more meaningful with Jeff Coby. But in describing what makes this new chapter feel so different, the Real Housewives of Miami star may have inadvertently pulled back the curtain on the dynamic between Marcus and his legendary father, Michael Jordan.
All this buzz stems from Larsa’s recent interview with US Weekly, where she shared her thoughts on her current relationship. She’s been dating Jeff for just under six months, but things already appear quite serious. So serious, in fact, that Coby has already joked about marrying her come November. But what caught everyone’s attention was Larsa’s reflection on what feels new and refreshing about this bond. Something she believes was lacking in her previous relationships. That one remark has fans wondering just how tight-knit the Jordan family really is behind the scenes.
While promoting her partnership with Date.com, Larsa explained in the interview with US Weekly, “I think we do very normal things. I think this is the first relationship where we don’t have to go out. We don’t have to do extravagant things. We just like to do simple things, and we make each other happy. It’s been really fun.” Her words painted a picture of comfort and ease, suggesting a level of connection that doesn’t depend on the glitz or glamor of fame.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 25: Larsa Pippen attends the Xerjoff Perfume Collection Launch at The Ned on March 25, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Joy Malone/Getty Images)
She didn’t stop there. Opening up further, Larsa added, “We both love to be around our family, and I feel like in the past I dated guys that weren’t like that, [they] didn’t necessarily care to spend time with their family [or] weren’t as close to their family as I was. So they thought that [it] was weird that I wanted to always be around my parents or my siblings.” She didn’t name names, but for those following her past, it’s hard not to read between the lines—especially considering Michael Jordan himself had publicly disapproved of her romance with Marcus.
So while Larsa might just be sharing her happiness, her words have fans raising eyebrows about what may have really gone on behind closed doors in the Jordan household. However, there are enough instances for us to have some solid faith in the bond between the father-son duo.
Marcus Jordan has reserved an important role for Michael Jordan
Back in 2023, an interesting moment unfolded outside Paris’ Matignon restaurant. As Michael Jordan exited after dinner, a TMZ photographer didn’t miss the chance to ask him about his son Marcus’ relationship with Larsa Pippen. At first, MJ just chuckled, brushing it off like it was no big deal. But when the paparazzi pushed for a clearer answer, specifically about whether he approved, Jordan gave a response that made headlines: “No!”
Now here’s where things get even more intriguing. Despite that blunt reaction, Marcus didn’t let it affect how he viewed his father’s role in his life. In an interview that same year, he openly shared his hope that Michael would be his best man if he married Larsa. For Marcus, it wasn’t just a symbolic gesture—it was about carrying on a family tradition. After all, he had stood beside his dad and his brother on their big days, and he hoped the tradition would come full circle.
Even though his relationship with Larsa eventually ended, it’s most likely that his wish for his father to be his best man has remained the same. After all, when things got tough for Marcus in early 2024 after the breakup with Larsa, Michael Jordan was right there with his son at the Super Bowl, showing the bond between them is still very much intact.
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