Michael Jordan retired from the NBA three times during his career:
- His first retirement was in 1993 at age 30, after winning three consecutive NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls. This retirement was influenced by his father's death and a desire to pursue baseball
- He retired for the second time in January 1999 at age 36, after winning another three-peat of NBA titles with the Bulls. This retirement came amid team changes and a loss of motivation to continue playing
- Jordan's final retirement was in April 2003 at age 40, after playing two seasons with the Washington Wizards. Knee problems and the team's lack of success contributed to this decision
In summary, Michael Jordan was 40 years old when he retired for the last time in 2003
