History of Dennis Rodman in Timeline
Dennis Rodman, nicknamed "the Worm," is a retired American professional basketball player celebrated for his exceptional rebounding and defensive skills. Often considered among the best rebounding forwards in NBA history, Rodman played for several teams, including the Detroit Pistons, San Antonio Spurs, Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers, and Dallas Mavericks. He initially played as a small forward before transitioning to power forward. His career is defined by his defensive prowess and rebounding dominance.
May 13, 1961: Dennis Rodman's Birth
On May 13, 1961, Dennis Keith Rodman was born. He would become an American former professional basketball player known for his defensive and rebounding skills.
1971: Reference to Wilt Chamberlain's Rebounding Record
In the 1991-1992 season, Rodman's rebounding performance was compared to Wilt Chamberlain's 1971-1972 season.
1972: Reference to Wilt Chamberlain's Rebounding Record
In the 1991-1992 season, Rodman's rebounding performance was compared to Wilt Chamberlain's 1971-1972 season.
1982: Adopted the Rich Family
In 1982, Dennis Rodman "adopted" the Rich family as his own, integrating into their rural Oklahoma lifestyle after befriending their son Byrne at a basketball camp.
1983: Played at Southeastern Oklahoma State University
In 1983, Dennis Rodman began playing basketball at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
1985: Led NAIA in Rebounding
In 1985, Dennis Rodman led the NAIA in rebounding for the first time while playing for Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
1986: Led NAIA in Rebounding Again and Reached NAIA Semifinals
In 1986, Dennis Rodman led the NAIA in rebounding for the second time and led his team to the NAIA semifinals, finishing the season with the highest ranking in school history.
1986: Drafted by Detroit Pistons
In 1986, Dennis Rodman was drafted by the Detroit Pistons as the third pick in the second round (27th overall).
1987: Dating Annie Bakes
Dennis Rodman and Annie Bakes began dating in 1987. They later married in September 1992.
1987: Improved Stats
During the 1987-88 season, Dennis Rodman steadily improved his stats, averaging 11.6 points and 8.7 rebounds.
1987: Publication of "The Art of the Deal"
In 1987, Donald Trump's book "The Art of the Deal" was published. A copy of the book was later given by Dennis Rodman to a North Korean sports minister to gift to Kim Jong Un in 2017.
1987: Pistons entered Playoffs
In 1987, the Detroit Pistons entered the playoffs after winning 52 games, and Dennis Rodman feuded with Celtics guard Dennis Johnson during their series.
1988: Remained a Bench Player
During the 1988-89 season, Dennis Rodman remained a bench player.
1988: Reached NBA Finals and Birth of Daughter
In 1988, the Detroit Pistons reached the NBA Finals, losing to the Los Angeles Lakers, and Dennis Rodman and his girlfriend Annie had a daughter named Alexis.
1989: Loss of Rick Mahorn
During the 1989-90 season, the Detroit Pistons lost Rick Mahorn in the expansion draft.
1989: Won NBA Championship with the Pistons
In 1989, Dennis Rodman and the Detroit Pistons won the NBA Championship, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals.
1990: Established Himself as Starting Small Forward
During the 1990-91 season, Dennis Rodman finally established himself as the starting small forward for the Detroit Pistons.
1990: Won NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award and Second NBA Title
In 1990, Dennis Rodman won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award and claimed his second NBA title after the Detroit Pistons beat the Portland Trail Blazers in the 1990 NBA Finals.
1991: Established as one of the best rebounders
From 1991 on, Dennis Rodman established himself as one of the best rebounders of all time, averaging at least 15 rebounds per game in six of the next seven years.
1991: Won Second Defensive Player of the Year Award
In 1991, Dennis Rodman won his second Defensive Player of the Year Award while averaging 8.2 points and 12.5 rebounds.
1991: Made First All-NBA Team
In the 1991-92 season, Dennis Rodman made his first All-NBA Team.
March 4, 1992: Career-High Rebound Game
On March 4, 1992, Dennis Rodman had a career-high 34-rebound game.
March 1992: Grabbed Career-High Rebounds
In March 1992, Dennis Rodman grabbed a career-high 34 rebounds in a single game.
September 1992: Marriage to Annie Bakes
In September 1992, Dennis Rodman married his first wife, Annie Bakes. They had been dating since 1987 and had a daughter together. They later divorced after 82 days.
1992: Loss of Coach and Fined
In 1992, Dennis Rodman experienced a tough loss when coach Chuck Daly resigned, and Rodman was fined $68,000 for skipping the preseason camp.
February 1993: Contemplated Suicide
In February 1993, Dennis Rodman drove to The Palace of Auburn Hills with a loaded rifle, contemplating suicide before having an epiphany about changing his life.
October 1, 1993: Traded to the San Antonio Spurs
On October 1, 1993, the Detroit Pistons traded Dennis Rodman to the San Antonio Spurs.
1993: Rodman joins the Spurs
In 1993, Dennis Rodman joined the San Antonio Spurs, a team featuring All-Star center David Robinson and other supporting players. He played as a power forward, earning his third consecutive rebounding title with an average of 17.3 rebounds per game and another All-Defensive Team selection.
1993: Contemplated Suicide and Reinvention
In 1993, after contemplating suicide, Dennis Rodman reinvented himself as a "bad boy", becoming notorious for controversial antics.
1993: Divorce and Missed Playoffs
In the 1992-1993 season, Dennis Rodman and Annie Bakes were divorcing, and the Pistons missed the 1993 playoffs.
July 1994: Affair with Madonna
In July 1994, Dennis Rodman had a highly publicized affair with Madonna. They were intended to appear on the cover of the June/July 1994 issue of Vibe magazine, but it was shelved. Rodman claimed Madonna offered him $20 million to impregnate her.
1994: Horace Grant leaves Bulls
Before the 1995-96 season, Horace Grant left the Chicago Bulls before the 1994-95 season which created the need for a power forward that Rodman would fill.
1994: Clashes, suspensions, and rebounding title
During the 1994 season, Dennis Rodman faced clashes with the Spurs front office, resulting in suspensions. He took a leave of absence on November 11 and faced another suspension on December 7. He eventually returned on December 10 after missing 19 games. After joining the team, he was involved in a motorcycle accident, limiting his season to 49 games. Despite the challenges, he secured his fourth straight rebounding title by averaging 16.8 rebounds per game and made the All-NBA Team.
1994: Unconventional behavior and playoff exit
In 1994, Dennis Rodman displayed unconventional behavior, including dyeing his hair in various colors, headbutting Stacey King and John Stockton, refusing to leave the court after being ejected, and having an affair with Madonna. The Spurs, despite a 55-win season, were eliminated in the first round of the 1994 playoffs by the Utah Jazz.
1995: Trade to the Chicago Bulls
Before the 1995 season, Dennis Rodman was traded to the Chicago Bulls for Will Perdue. Rodman chose the number 91 jersey. Despite concerns about his age and volatility, Rodman quickly adapted to the team and played a key role alongside Jordan and Pippen, averaging 5.5 points and 14.9 rebounds per game and securing another rebounding title. The Bulls achieved a record of 72 wins in the regular season.
1995: Appearance on Double Rush
In 1995, Dennis Rodman appeared as himself in an episode of the CBS situation comedy Double Rush.
January 16, 1996: First Triple-Double Against Philadelphia 76ers
On January 16, 1996, Dennis Rodman achieved his first triple-double against the Philadelphia 76ers, scoring 10 points, grabbing 21 rebounds, and adding 10 assists. He was also named to the All-NBA Defense First Team alongside Jordan and Pippen.
March 16, 1996: Headbutting Incident and Suspension
On March 16, 1996, Dennis Rodman headbutted referee Ted Bernhardt during a game in New Jersey. He was suspended for six games and fined $20,000, a punishment that was criticized as too lenient by the local press.
1996: Historical Outburst in the 1996 NBA Finals
Dennis Rodman, playing power forward as a member of the Spurs and the Bulls, had a historical outburst in the 1996 NBA Finals, twice snaring 11 offensive rebounds, equalling an all-time NBA record.
1996: Wedding Dress Stunt for Autobiography Promotion
In 1996, Dennis Rodman garnered publicity by wearing a wedding dress to promote his autobiography, "Bad As I Wanna Be". He claimed to be bisexual and marrying himself.
1996: The Rodman World Tour and Pearl Jam Appearances
In 1996, Dennis Rodman had his own MTV reality talk show called The Rodman World Tour. That same year, he had two appearances in releases by rock band Pearl Jam, including a Polaroid picture of Rodman's eyeball on the cover of the album No Code, and had a voice message contribution for the song "Black, Red, Yellow".
1996: Promoted autobiography "Bad as I Wanna Be"
In 1996, Dennis Rodman wore a wedding dress to promote his autobiography, "Bad as I Wanna Be."
1996: Expressed Feelings for Father in Biography
In his 1996 biography, "Bad As I Wanna Be", Dennis Rodman expressed his feelings about his absent father, stating he hadn't seen him in over 30 years.
1996: Key Role in 1996 NBA Finals Victory
In the 1996 playoffs, Dennis Rodman played a key role in the Chicago Bulls' victory against the Seattle SuperSonics in the 1996 NBA Finals. In Game Two, he grabbed 20 rebounds, including 11 offensive boards, tying an NBA Finals record. In Game Six, he secured 19 rebounds, again with 11 offensive boards, contributing to a Bulls' run. His performance led to praise from Seattle's coach, George Karl, who stated that Rodman won two games for the Bulls.
1996: Sixth Rebounding Title and Notorious Behavior
In the 1996-97 season, Dennis Rodman won his sixth rebounding title in a row, averaging 16.7 boards per game. He also made headlines for his behavior. He did not make the All-Defensive Team that year.
January 15, 1997: Kicking Incident and Suspension
On January 15, 1997, Dennis Rodman kicked cameraman Eugene Amos after tripping over him during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Rodman paid Amos a $200,000 settlement, and the league suspended Rodman for 11 games without pay, resulting in a $1 million loss.
March 1997: WCW Appearance on Monday Nitro
In March 1997, Dennis Rodman appeared on the edition of March 10 of Monday Nitro with Hollywood Hulk Hogan in World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Later in March 1997, at the Uncensored event, he appeared as a member of the nWo.
July 1997: First WCW Match at Bash at the Beach
In July 1997, Dennis Rodman had his first WCW match at the Bash at the Beach event, where he teamed with Hollywood Hulk Hogan in a loss to Lex Luger and The Giant.
August 1997: Road Wild Appearance as Impostor Sting
In August 1997, at the Road Wild event, Dennis Rodman appeared as the Impostor Sting, hitting Lex Luger with a baseball bat to help Hulk Hogan win the WCW World Heavyweight Championship.
December 29, 1997: Intentional Fouls by Bubba Wells
On December 29, 1997, Bubba Wells of the Dallas Mavericks intentionally fouled Dennis Rodman six times in only three minutes. This set the record for the fastest foul out in NBA history, an attempt to exploit Rodman's poor free-throw shooting, but Rodman made 9 of 12 free throw attempts. This tactic presaged the "Hack-a-Shaq" strategy.
1997: Seventh Consecutive Rebounding Title
During the regular season of 1997-98, Dennis Rodman won his seventh consecutive rebounding title.
1997: Starred in Double Team
In 1997, Dennis Rodman had a starring role in the action film Double Team.
July 1998: WCW Tag Team Match at Bash at the Beach
In July 1998, Dennis Rodman and Karl Malone squared off again, this time in a tag team match at the Bash at the Beach event. Rodman fought alongside Hulk Hogan, while Malone teamed with Diamond Dallas Page. Rodman and Hogan won the match.
November 14, 1998: Marriage to Carmen Electra
On November 14, 1998, Dennis Rodman married model Carmen Electra in Las Vegas, Nevada.
1998: Joins the Los Angeles Lakers
After being released by the Bulls, Dennis Rodman joined the Los Angeles Lakers for a pro-rated salary for the remainder of the 1998–1999 season.
1998: Bulls Rebuilding Phase
After the 1997–98 season, the Bulls started a massive rebuilding phase at the behest of general manager Jerry Krause. Head coach Phil Jackson and several members of the team left.
1998: Joining Special Ops Force
In 1998, Dennis Rodman joined the cast of the syndicated TV show Special Ops Force, playing 'Deke' Reynolds.
1998: NBA Finals and Wrestling Stint
In the 1998 NBA Finals, Dennis Rodman played strong defense on Karl Malone. Before Game Four, he left his team to go wrestling with Hulk Hogan, resulting in a $20,000 fine. Despite this, his on-court performance remained top-notch, contributing to the Bulls' victory and his fifth ring.
January 21, 1999: Release from the Chicago Bulls
On January 21, 1999, Dennis Rodman was released by the Bulls before the start of the lockout-shortened 1998–99 season.
April 1999: Divorce Filing by Carmen Electra
In April 1999, Carmen Electra filed for divorce from Dennis Rodman, stating it was an "occupational hazard" to be his girlfriend.
August 1999: Rodman Arrested for Public Drunkenness
In August 1999, Dennis Rodman was arrested for public drunkenness and spent the night in jail after an altercation at Woody's Wharf in Newport Beach, California. The charges were later dropped.
November 5, 1999: Rodman and Carmen Electra Charged with Misdemeanor Battery
On November 5, 1999, Dennis Rodman and his then-wife, Carmen Electra, were charged with misdemeanor battery following a domestic disturbance. Both posted bail and were released with a temporary restraining order. The charges were dropped the following month.
December 1999: Rodman Arrested for Drunk Driving
In December 1999, Dennis Rodman was arrested for drunk driving and driving without a valid driver's license.
1999: Starred in Simon Sez
In 1999, Dennis Rodman had a starring role in the action film Simon Sez.
1999: Meeting Michelle Moyer
In 1999, Dennis Rodman met Michelle Moyer, with whom he had a son and a daughter.
1999: WCW Feud with Randy Savage
In 1999, Dennis Rodman returned to WCW and feuded with Randy Savage, culminating in a match at Road Wild which Rodman lost.
1999: Release from the Lakers
In 1999, after playing only 23 games with the Lakers, averaging 2 points and 11 rebounds per game, Dennis Rodman was released in the offseason.
1999: Signed by the Dallas Mavericks
In the 1999–2000 season, Dennis Rodman was signed by the Dallas Mavericks, returning to his hometown. A player vote narrowly approved his joining the team.
July 2000: Rodman Pleads Guilty to Drunk Driving Charges
In July 2000, Dennis Rodman pleaded guilty to drunk driving and driving without a valid license. He was ordered to pay $2,000 in fines and attend a three-month treatment program.
July 30, 2000: i-Generation Superstars of Wrestling
On July 30, 2000, Dennis Rodman competed at the i-Generation Superstars of Wrestling pay-per-view event. He fought against i-Generation champion Curt Hennig in an Australian Outback match, which Hennig won by disqualification. Following the match, Rodman refrained from wrestling at the top level and retired.
2000: Co-starring in Cutaway
In 2000, Dennis Rodman co-starred with Tom Berenger in Cutaway, an action film about skydiving.
2000: Erratic behavior leads to being waived
In 2000, Dennis Rodman's time with the Dallas Mavericks was marked by erratic behavior. He wanted to wear jersey number 69, but the league forbade it. He lived in team owner Mark Cuban's guest house until the league intervened. After playing 12 games and alienating the franchise, he was waived by the Mavericks. Dallas had won 10 of 13 before his arrival but went just 4–9 until he was waived. Guard Steve Nash commented that Rodman "never wanted to be [a Maverick]" and therefore was unmotivated.
April 25, 2001: Birth of Son, Dennis Jr. (DJ)
On April 25, 2001, Dennis Rodman and Michelle Moyer had a son, Dennis Jr., nicknamed DJ.
May 20, 2002: Birth of Daughter, Trinity
On May 20, 2002, Dennis Rodman and Michelle Moyer had a daughter, Trinity.
2002: Rodman Arrested for Interfering with Police
In 2002, Dennis Rodman was arrested for interfering with police investigating a code violation at a restaurant he owned. The charges were eventually dropped. His home in Newport Beach, California, saw over 70 police visits due to loud parties.
2003: Plays for the Long Beach Jam
After a hiatus, Dennis Rodman returned to basketball with the Long Beach Jam of the American Basketball Association during the 2003–04 season, hoping for an NBA call-up. He helped the Jam win the ABA championship in their inaugural season.
2003: Marriage to Michelle Moyer
In 2003, Dennis Rodman married Michelle Moyer on his 42nd birthday.
2003: Rodman Arrested for Domestic Violence
In early 2003, Dennis Rodman was arrested and charged with domestic violence at his home in Newport Beach for allegedly assaulting his then-fiancée.
April 2004: Rodman Pleads No Contest to Drunk Driving
In April 2004, Dennis Rodman pleaded nolo contendere (no contest) to drunk driving in Las Vegas. He was fined $1,000 and ordered to serve 30 days of home detention.
2004: Plays in Mexico
In 2004, Dennis Rodman played in Mexico with Fuerza Regia.
2004: Won Celebrity Mole
In 2004, Dennis Rodman won the $222,000 main prize of the Celebrity Mole reality TV series.
2004: Divorce Filing by Michelle Moyer
In 2004, Michelle Rodman filed for divorce from Dennis Rodman, though they attempted to reconcile for several years.
2004: Signs with Orange County Crush
In the 2004–05 season, Dennis Rodman signed with the ABA's Orange County Crush.
November 2005: Plays in Finland
In November 2005, Dennis Rodman played one match for Torpan Pojat of Finland's basketball league, Korisliiga.
2005: Commissioner of Lingerie Football League
In 2005, Dennis Rodman became Commissioner of the Lingerie Football League.
2005: PETA Ad, Wife-Carrying Contest and Autobiography
In 2005, Dennis Rodman posed naked for PETA's advertisement campaign "Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur", traveled to Finland for a wife-carrying contest but resigned due to health problems, and published his second autobiography, I Should Be Dead By Now, promoting it by sitting in a coffin.
January 2006: Celebrity Big Brother UK Appearance
In January 2006, Dennis Rodman appeared on the fourth version of Celebrity Big Brother in the UK.
January 26, 2006: Signs with Brighton Bears
On January 26, 2006, Dennis Rodman signed a one-game "experiment" deal for the UK basketball team Brighton Bears of the British Basketball League to play Guildford Heat on January 28.
May 1, 2006: Plays exhibition game in the Philippines
On May 1, 2006, Dennis Rodman's team lost to the Philippine national basketball team 110–102 at the Araneta Coliseum, where he scored three points and recorded 16 rebounds.
July 26, 2006: Love Island Appearance
On July 26, 2006, Dennis Rodman appeared on the UK series Love Island as a houseguest contracted to stay for a week.
April 30, 2008: Rodman Arrested for Domestic Violence in Los Angeles
On April 30, 2008, Dennis Rodman was arrested following a domestic violence incident at a Los Angeles hotel.
May 2008: Entering Outpatient Rehab
In May 2008, Dennis Rodman entered an outpatient rehab center in Florida.
June 24, 2008: Rodman Pleads No Contest to Spousal Battery
On June 24, 2008, Dennis Rodman pleaded no contest to misdemeanor spousal battery charges. He received three years of probation, one year of domestic violence counseling, and 45 hours of community service.
2008: Spokesman for OPENSports.com
In 2008, Dennis Rodman became a spokesman for the sports website OPENSports.com.
March 29, 2009: Elimination from Celebrity Apprentice
On March 29, 2009, Dennis Rodman was the fifth contestant eliminated from Celebrity Apprentice, where he was raising money for the Court Appointed Special Advocates of New Orleans.
May 2009: Intervention After Celebrity Apprentice
In May 2009, Dennis Rodman's behavior on Celebrity Apprentice led to an intervention, including Phil Jackson, family, and friends. He initially refused rehabilitation.
January 10, 2010: Removal from Restaurant for Disruptive Behavior
On January 10, 2010, Dennis Rodman was removed from an Orange County, California restaurant for disruptive behavior, coinciding with the premiere of Celebrity Rehab.
April 1, 2011: Rodman's Jersey Retired
On April 1, 2011, the Detroit Pistons retired Dennis Rodman's No. 10 jersey.
April 4, 2011: Induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
On April 4, 2011, it was announced that Dennis Rodman would be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
March 2012: Financial Advisor's Comments on Alcoholism
In March 2012, Dennis Rodman's financial advisor stated that Rodman is an alcoholic and his illness impacts his ability to get work.
2012: Reunited with his Father
In 2012, Dennis Rodman finally met his father again after over 30 years of separation.
2012: Reconciliation with Father
In 2012, Dennis Rodman reconciled with his father, Philander, during a trip to the Philippines after decades of being estranged.
2012: Rodman Explains Missed Child-Support Payments
In 2012, Dennis Rodman was left trying to explain missed child-support payments in an Orange County, California, court, unknowingly due to Fulford stealing the funds meant for these payments.
2012: Divorce from Michelle Moyer Finalized
In 2012, the divorce between Dennis Rodman and Michelle Moyer was officially dissolved. Rodman was reported to owe $860,376 in child and spousal support.
February 26, 2013: Rodman Visits North Korea
On February 26, 2013, Dennis Rodman traveled to North Korea with Vice Media to host basketball exhibitions and met Kim Jong Un, becoming one of the first Americans to meet with him. Rodman called Kim "a friend for life" and suggested that President Barack Obama call Kim.
March 2013: Visit to Vatican City during Papal Conclave
In March 2013, Dennis Rodman arrived at the Vatican City during the 2013 Papal Conclave. He promoted a gambling website related to bets on the new pope.
April 7, 2013: Elimination from Celebrity Apprentice
On April 7, 2013, Dennis Rodman was the sixth contestant eliminated from Celebrity Apprentice, where he had raised $20,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
July 2013: Launch and Promotion of Bad Boy Vodka
In July 2013, Dennis Rodman joined Premier Brands to launch and promote Bad Boy Vodka.
July 2013: Rodman on His Mission to Break the Ice Between Hostile Countries
In July 2013, Dennis Rodman told Sports Illustrated that his mission was "to break the ice between hostile countries." He joked about deserving a Nobel Peace Prize.
September 3, 2013: Rodman Returns to Pyongyang, Meets Kim Jong Un
On September 3, 2013, Dennis Rodman returned to Pyongyang for another meeting with Kim Jong Un. He mentioned Kim's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, calling Kim a "great dad" and revealed his plans to train the North Korean national basketball team.
December 2013: Rodman Announces Another North Korea Trip with Former NBA Players
In December 2013, Dennis Rodman announced another trip to North Korea, planning to take former NBA players for an exhibition basketball tour, scheduled around Kim Jong Un's birthday on January 8 and another game on January 10, 2014.
2013: Stopped Communicating with the Rich Family
As of 2013, Dennis Rodman had stopped communicating with the Rich family after Byrne's mother allegedly used a racial slur against him.
2013: Befriended Kim Jong Un
In 2013, Dennis Rodman attracted international attention for his visits to North Korea and befriended North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un.
January 7, 2014: Rodman's Controversial Comments on Kenneth Bae's Imprisonment
On January 7, 2014, Dennis Rodman made comments during a CNN interview implying Kenneth Bae was at fault for his imprisonment in North Korea. The remarks caused widespread criticism.
January 10, 2014: Exhibition Game in North Korea
In January 10, 2014, an exhibition game was scheduled in North Korea.
January 15, 2014: Rodman Enters Rehab After North Korea Trip
On January 15, 2014, Dennis Rodman entered a rehabilitation facility for alcohol abuse treatment. This followed a highly publicized trip to North Korea where his agent reported he had been drinking heavily.
July 24, 2015: Rodman Endorses Donald Trump for President
On July 24, 2015, Dennis Rodman publicly endorsed Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.
2015: Release of Dennis Rodman's Big Bang in Pyongyang
In 2015, Dennis Rodman's visits to North Korea were depicted in the documentary film Dennis Rodman's Big Bang in Pyongyang.
May 2, 2016: Kenneth Bae Credits Rodman for Early Release
On May 2, 2016, Kenneth Bae credited Dennis Rodman with his early release from North Korea, stating that Rodman's rant raised awareness of his case.
November 21, 2016: Rodman Charged with Hit and Run
On November 21, 2016, Dennis Rodman was charged with causing a hit and run accident, lying to police, and driving without a license following an incident on Interstate 5 near Santa Ana, California, which occurred in July.
2016: Rodman Tweets Endorsement for Trump
In 2016, Dennis Rodman tweeted an endorsement for Donald Trump, calling him a great friend and advocating for a businessman like Trump as president.
2016: Rodman Publicly Endorses Trump During Presidential Campaign
In 2016, Dennis Rodman, a self-described longtime friend of Donald Trump, publicly endorsed Trump during the 2016 presidential campaign.
2016: Fulford Indicted by the FBI
In 2016, Peggy Ann Fulford was indicted by the FBI for stealing funds from Rodman and other athletes.
February 2017: Rodman Pleads Guilty to Hit and Run Charges
In February 2017, Dennis Rodman pleaded guilty to charges related to a hit and run incident. He was sentenced to three years of probation, 30 hours of community service, ordered to pay restitution, and donate $500 to the Victim Witness Emergency Fund.
June 13, 2017: Rodman Returns to North Korea
On June 13, 2017, Dennis Rodman returned to North Korea, initially described as a sports-related visit. He met with athletes, viewed basketball practices, and visited an orphanage, but did not meet with Kim Jong Un. He gave the Minister of Sports several gifts for Kim.
December 2017: Professor Argues Rodman Could Bridge US-North Korea Nuclear Standoff
In December 2017, Columbia University professor Joseph Terwilliger, who has accompanied Rodman to North Korea, argued that Rodman's friendship with both Mr. Trump and Mr. Kim could provide a much-needed bridge to help resolve the current nuclear standoff.
2017: Featured on Mansionz's self-titled Album
In 2017, Dennis Rodman was featured on the alternative R&B/hip-hop duo Mansionz's self-titled album Mansionz. He provided vocals on the single "Dennis Rodman" and uncredited vocals on "I'm Thinking About Horses".
2017: Questions Arise Regarding Rodman's Role in North Korea-US Relations
In 2017, The Washington Post questioned whether President Donald Trump sent Rodman on his 2017 visit to North Korea to negotiate the release of American prisoners or to open a back channel for diplomatic communications. Officials denied any government involvement.
2017: Rodman's Agent Requests Release of Warmbier
In 2017, before the trip to North Korea, Dennis Rodman's agent, Chris Volo, asked North Korean officials three times to release Warmbier as a symbol of good faith.
January 2018: Rodman Arrested for DUI
In January 2018, Dennis Rodman was arrested for driving under the influence in Newport Beach. He pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges and received three years of probation.
February 2018: Fulford Sentenced for Fraud; Rodman a Victim
In February 2018, Peggy Ann Fulford was sentenced to 10 years in prison for defrauding multiple athletes, including Dennis Rodman, who lost $1.24 million. She was ordered to pay full financial restitution.
June 2018: Rodman Visits North Korea Again
In June 2018, Dennis Rodman visited North Korea again, stating he was happy to be a part of the 2018 North Korea–United States summit.
May 2019: Rodman Accused of Helping Steal Items from Yoga Studio
In May 2019, the Los Angeles Times reported that yoga studio owner Ali Shah accused Dennis Rodman of helping steal over $3,500 worth of items, including a 400 lb decorative geode, from the studio's reception area. Rodman disputed the account. No charges had been filed at the time of reporting.
October 18, 2019: Rodman Charged with Misdemeanor Battery
On October 18, 2019, Dennis Rodman was charged with misdemeanor battery after slapping a man at the Buddha Sky Bar in Delray Beach, Florida.
2019: DJ Starts Playing College Basketball
In 2019, Dennis Rodman's son, DJ, started playing college basketball for Washington State.
July 14, 2020: Death of Philander Rodman
On July 14, 2020, Dennis Rodman's father, Philander, died of prostate cancer in Angeles City, Philippines, at age 79.
2020: Rodman Campaigns for Kanye West's Presidential Campaign
In 2020, Dennis Rodman endorsed and campaigned for the presidential campaign of rapper Kanye West.
2020: Featured on ASAP Ferg's Floor Seats II Mixtape
In 2020, Dennis Rodman featured on a track named after him, on rapper ASAP Ferg's Floor Seats II mixtape.
October 2021: Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team
In October 2021, Dennis Rodman was honored as one of the league's greatest players of all-time by being named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
September 3, 2023: AEW Collision Appearance
On September 3, 2023, Dennis Rodman accompanied The Acclaimed and Billy Gunn to the ring during All Out.
2023: DJ Transfers to USC
In 2023, Dennis Rodman's son DJ transferred to USC to continue playing college basketball.
2024: Rodman Endorses Donald Trump’s 2024 Presidential Campaign
In 2024, Dennis Rodman endorsed Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign.
2024: Trinity's Comments on Her Relationship With Dennis Rodman
In a 2024 interview, Dennis Rodman's daughter Trinity, who is a professional soccer player for the Washington Spirit and the United States national team, stated she rarely heard from him while growing up, and as an adult, saying, "He’s not a dad. Maybe by blood, but nothing else."
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