Jean-Marc Prado Pingris Jr., known as Marc Pingris, is a Filipino professional basketball player who has established himself as one of the all-time greats in Philippine basketball.
He plays for Biñan Tatak Gel in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League and Pilipinas Super League.
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- Full name: Jean Marc Prado Pingris Jr.
- Stage name: Marc Pingris
- Date of birth: October 16, 1981
- Age: 42 years old
- Place of birth: Pozorrubio, Philippines
- Nationality: Philippines
- Occupation: Basketball player
- Height: 1.98m
- Parents: Erlinda Prado and Jean Marc Pingris, Sr.
- Siblings: Joan Gamboa
- Spouse: Danica Sotto
- Children: Jean Michael, Anielle Micaela and Jean-Luc.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $10 million
Early life and education
Marc Pingris was born on October 16, 1981 in Pozorrubio, Philippines. He was raised by his parents, Erlinda Prado and Jean Marc Pingris, Sr. Pingris grew up with his older brother, Joan Gamboa.
Pingris attended the Philippine School of Business Administration. He is Filipino and Catholic.
Career
Marc Pingris’ journey to basketball stardom began in the Philippines, where he honed his skills through various amateur leagues and teams.
His relentless work ethic and unwavering dedication eventually earned him a draft into the prestigious Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), where he quickly established himself as a key player.
Throughout his illustrious career, Pingris played for several prominent PBA teams, including the Purefoods, Magnolia Hotshots and San Miguel Beermen.
His exceptional versatility and ability to adapt easily to different styles of play have made him an invaluable asset to every team he has represented.
Although Pingris has retired from professional basketball, his remarkable legacy still inspires and motivates many aspiring players across the Philippines.
His countless contributions to the sport, through his on-court performances and off-court leadership, have firmly cemented his place among the greatest Filipino basketball players of all time.
Awards and nominations
- PBA Championship
- PBA Finals Most Valuable Player
- PBA Defensive Player of the Year
- PBA All-Star Selection
- PBA All-Defensive Team
- PBA 40 Greatest Players
Social media
- Instagram Name: @jeanmarc15
- Facebook Name: Marc Pingris
- Twitter Username: @MPingris15
Personal life
Marc Pingris is married to Danica Sotto, daughter of famous Filipino comedian and actress Vic Sotto.
The couple have been married since 2007 and have three children: Jean Michael, Anielle Micaela and Jean-Luc.
The couple’s three children are certainly a source of great joy and pride to Marc Pingris and Danica Sotto.
Net worth
Marc Pingris, a famous Filipino basketball player, is estimated to have a net worth of around $10 million.
This impressive figure is a testament to his successful and illustrious career in the sport.
His dedication, skills and contributions to the game have certainly contributed to his considerable net worth.
