Charles Barkley Biography, Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Wife, siblings & More

Charles Barkley is a famous American former professional basketball player who is a television analyst on TNT and CBS Sports.

Nicknamed “Sir Charles”, “the Bread Truck”, and “the Round Mound of Rebound”, Barkley played 16 seasons in the National Basketball Association.

Following retirement, Barkley's charisma and unfiltered opinions landed him a successful broadcasting career with TNT's “Inside the NBA.”

Charles Barkley Biography

Charles Barkley (born February 20, 1963, Leeds, Alabama, U.S.) is a former professional basketballplayer whose larger-than-life character made him one of the most popular figures in National Basketball Association (NBA) history. Over the course of his 16-year NBA career, Barkley became the fourth player to amass 20,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 4,000 assists. After retiring, he found further success as a sports commentator.

Barkley was a nondescript high school basketball player until a 6-inch (15-cm) growth spurt helped him become one of the better players in Alabama during his senior year and earn a scholarship to Auburn University. He was an all-conference selection in each of his three seasons at Auburn, and in 1984 he was chosen by the Philadelphia 76ers with the fifth overall pick of the NBA draft.

After helping the Suns post the NBA's best record in his first season with the team, Barkley won the league's Most Valuable Player award. In the following postseason he led the Suns to the NBA finals, a six-game loss to the Chicago Bulls. That season was the highlight of Barkley's tenure in Phoenix, and in 1996 he was traded to the Houston Rockets. He again had an immediate positive impact on a franchise, as the Rockets reached the conference finals in the 1996–97 season. However, Barkley failed to win his long-sought championship in Houston, and he retired in 2000.

How Tall Is Charles Barkley?

Charles Barkley stands at a height of 6 feet 4 inches or 1.98 m. He also weighs about 113 kg or 250 lb.

Charles Barkley Weight

During his playing days, Barkley's weight was often a topic of discussion, with estimates ranging from around 250 to 260 pounds during his prime. However, his weight has varied significantly after retiring from professional basketball.

Charles Barkley Siblings

Charles Barkley was not born to his parents alone. Darryl Barkley and John Glenn are his biological brothers.Darryl, Charles's younger brother, struggled with substance misuse for a large portion of his life.

Following his mother's second marriage, John, Charles' half-brother, entered the picture. Though their relationship's specifics are less clear, John is still a member of the family.

Charles Barkley Parents: Meet Frank Barkley and Charcey Glenn

Charles Barkley‘s childhood was shaped by a strong but complex family dynamic. His parents, Frank Barkley and Charcey Glenn, divorced when he was young.

Frank Barkley left the family, and Charles Jr. rarely saw him again. This placed the burden of raising Charles and his siblings on Charcey, a domestic worker.

Charles Barkley: Wife

Charles Barkley has been married to Maureen Blumhardt since 1989. Their enduring marriage is a testament to their strong bond and mutual support over the years.

Despite Charles Barkley's high-profile career and public life, he and Maureen have managed to maintain a relatively private and low-key personal life. They are often praised for their strong relationship and the ability to keep their family life away from the media spotlight.

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