Mars Blackmon

Mars Blackmon

Mars Blackmon is a fictional character in the film She's Gotta Have It (1986), played by Spike Lee. He is a 'Brooklyn-loving' fan of the New York Knicks, sports, and Air Jordans.

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Birth Name :

Shelton Jackson Lee

Profession :

Director

Birthday :

March 20, 1957

Star Sign :

Pisces

Age :

67

Birthplace :

Atlanta, Georgia

Mars Blackmon, a fictional character portrayed by writer/director Spike Lee, first appeared in the 1986 film “She’s Gotta Have It.” As a devoted fan of the Brooklyn-based New York Knicks, sports, and Air Jordans, Mars gained popularity during the late 1980s and early 1990s through his appearances in Nike Air Jordan commercials. In these ads, Spike Lee reprised his role as Mars Blackmon, helping to humanize Michael Jordan, Nike’s most valuable asset. Mars Blackmon also featured in other works such as “Do the Right Thing,” “Jungle Fever,” and the Netflix adaptation of “She’s Gotta Have It.”