Marko Jaric

Marko Jaric is a retired Serbian basketball player. Standing 2.01m tall, Jaric is best known for his tenure as a point guard. Besides the national team, he played for different teams, including LA Clippers, Chicago Bulls, and Minnesota Timberwolves.

Besides his professional triumph, Jaric is well-known for his short-lived nuptials with the Brazilian model Adriana Lima. Following their separation, the former basketball player has now lived out of the spotlight making his life enigmatic. Keep on scrolling to know more about Lima's ex-husband, Marko.

Marko's Married Life With Adriana Lima

Marko and Adriana Lima were married for five years. The couple that met at a party in 2006 quickly bonded with each other. It took only a year for Lima and Jaric to exchange the engagement rings. In an interview, the Brazilian model once said,

I never saw myself being married. But after I met him, everything changed. I knew he was the one and I could see myself married with him and with a big family.

Following the engagement in 2007, the love birds decided it was time for the pair to take their relationship to the next level. So, by scheduling the wedding ceremony on the day of love, i.e., Valentine's Day of 2009, Marko and Adriana shared a kiss as husband and wife in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Lima and Jaric had a blissful nuptials. From their union, the romantic couple shared two kids. However, things started going down after a few years of their marriage. So, they separated in 2014, the same year Maggie Lawson and her ex-boyfriend James Roday Separated.

Jaric And Lima's Divorce Reason

Jaric's relationship with the Brazilian model Lima came to an end in 2014. In a joint statement, the couple had said, 

“After long and careful consideration, we have decided to separate after five years of marriage,”

However, their divorce was finalized on March 14, 2016, two years after their separation. The former pair Marko and Adriana have not disclosed the reason for their split to date.

Who Is Marko Jaric New Wife?

Jaric does not have a new wife. In fact, the Serbian former baseball player seems to be flying solo for now. There is not a single hint of him getting married again or dating following his divorce from his Brazilian model ex-wife. However, he was spotted with a Serbian model, Dušica Savić, in 2015.

Meanwhile, Adriana Lima's current boyfriend is Andre Lemmers, a film producer. Lima calls Andre her soulmate and is not shy to flaunt her love life on media.

Adriana and Andre welcomed their son on August 29, 2022. Inspired by the color of water across destinations like Maldives, Bahamas, and Bora Bora, the love birds named their kid Cyan Lima Lemmers.

Know About Marko Jaric Daughters

As aforementioned, Marko and Adriana welcomed two kids. Their first daughter, Valentina, was in November 2009. The ex-couple was excited to announce the arrival of their newborn baby. 

In September 2012, the family of three expanded to four as Jaric and Lima were blessed with a second daughter, Sienna. The former pair explained how being parents changed them.

Even at the time of separation, the ex-couple spoke of their children. They said, "We are grateful to be the parents of two incredible young daughters that we will continue to co-parent."

Explore Marco Jaric Net Worth

Marco Jaric's Net Worth is estimated at around $20 Million similar to Belarusian table tennis player, Victoria Azarenka. He is a retired Serbian basketball player. During his NBA career alone, the Jaric earned $43.6 Million in salary.

Jaric won many accolades during his time as a player. He is an Italian Supercup winner and three-time Italian League champion. Similarly, his model ex-wife, Adriana Lima, has a whooping net worth of $95 Million. She was the third highest-paid model in 2013.

While married, Marco and Adriana invested some amounts in the real estate. They owned a Beverly Hills home and a waterfront estate on Miami's Indian Creek Island. Beverly Hills property was listed for sale in 2012 for $1.895 Million and the Miami estate was sold for $40 Million in 2022.

Jaric's Salary And Career Earnings

Here is the table of Jaric's NBA career earnings.

A Look At Marko's Early Years

Born in Belgrade, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia, on October 12, 1978, Marko is currently in his mid-40s in terms of age. He also has Greek citizenship under the name Marko Latsis. He is the son of the former Yugoslavia professional basketball player Srećko Jarić. 

Jaric's father played as a point guard for Radnički Belgrade. The head basketball coach, Dušan Ivković, regarded him as the biggest talent that he ever had under his charge.

Inspired by his father, Marko began his basketball career quite early. He played with the youth team of the Serbian club Red Star Belgrade. Jaric began his professional career in the 1996–97 season with the Greek Basket League club.

Jaric's Stats In Basketball

Marko had a remarkable NBA career spanning eight seasons, from 2002 to 2009. He showcased his talents for various teams, including the Los Angeles Clippers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls, and Brooklyn Nets. 

NBA stats reveal Jaric's career averages stood at 7.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. Moreover, Basketball Reference documents his participation in 447 games with an average of 9.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game.

Did you know? Marco's highest-scoring game in the NBA was on January 6, 2005. He scored 27 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Phoenix Suns.

Marko Jaric Was Accused Of Sexual Assault

While Jaric was in the Minnesota Timberwolves, he was accused of sexual assault by a Philadelphia woman. However, the Philadelphia District Attorney's office decided not to file against the case.

After careful investigations, the allegations against Jaric were found false. His attorney said, "I received official word from the Philadelphia District Attorney's office that after a thorough investigation, no charges will be filed against my client ... in connection with the alleged incident with an unnamed female on February 11, 2009."

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