34 Facts About Dennis Rodman

1. Dennis Rodman is fast becoming the go-to consultant on international relations.

2. Dennis Rodman visited North Korea again in June 2018, stating "I'm just happy to be a part of" the 2018 North Korea–United States summit and "because I think I deserve it.

3. Dennis Rodman was not able to meet with Kim Jong Un, but met instead with the nation's Minister of Sports and handed off several gifts for Kim Jong Un, including two signed basketball jerseys, two soap sets, and a copy of Donald Trump's 1987 book, The Art of the Deal.

4. On June 13, 2017, Dennis Rodman returned to North Korea on what was initially described as a sports-related visit to the country.

5. In December 2013, Dennis Rodman announced he would visit North Korea again.

6. Dennis Rodman stated that he is "trying to open Obama's and everyone's minds" and encouraged Obama to reach out to Kim Jong-un.

7. Dennis Rodman noted that he planned to train the North Korean national basketball team.

8. Dennis Rodman said that Kim has a daughter named Kim Ju-ae, and that he is a "great dad".

9. In July 2013, Dennis Rodman told Sports Illustrated: "My mission is to break the ice between hostile countries.

10. On February 26, 2013, Dennis Rodman made a trip to North Korea with Vice Media correspondent Ryan Duffy to host basketball exhibitions.

11. That same month, Dennis Rodman sent out an endorsement tweet, stating, "Donald Trump has been a great friend for many years.

12. On July 24, 2015, Dennis Rodman publicly endorsed Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.

13. In April 2004, Dennis Rodman pleaded nolo contendere to drunk driving in Las Vegas and was fined $1,000 and served 30 days of home detention.

14. In early 2003, Dennis Rodman was arrested and charged with domestic violence at his home in Newport Beach for allegedly assaulting his then-fiancee.

15. In July 2000, Dennis Rodman pleaded guilty to both charges and was ordered to pay $2,000 in fines and was required to attend a three-month treatment program.

16. In December 1999 Dennis Rodman was arrested for drunken driving and driving without a valid license.

17. Dennis Rodman remained a patient at the Pasadena Recovery Center for the 21-day treatment cycle.

18. In 2009, Dennis Rodman agreed to appear on the third season of Celebrity Rehab with Dr Drew.

19. Dennis Rodman initially refused to enter rehabilitation because he wanted to attend the Celebrity Apprentice reunion show.

20. Dennis Rodman entered an outpatient rehab center in Florida in May 2008.

21. Dennis Rodman married model Carmen Electra in November 1998 at the Little Chapel of the Flowers in Las Vegas, Nevada.

22. In March 2013, Dennis Rodman arrived at the Vatican City during voting in the papal conclave for the selection of a new pope.

23. Dennis Rodman writes a blog and occasionally answers members' questions for OPEN Sports.

24. Dennis Rodman has made an appearance in an episode of 3rd Rock from the Sun playing the character of himself, except being a fellow alien with the Solomon family.

25. Dennis Rodman became Commissioner of the Lingerie Football League in 2005.

26. That same year, Dennis Rodman had two appearances in releases by rock band Pearl Jam.

27. Dennis Rodman came out of retirement to appear as a contestant on Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling, broadcast on CMT.

28. Dennis Rodman bested Malone again as he and Hogan picked up the win.

29. The only player to whom Dennis Rodman related was reserve center Jack Haley, who earned his trust by not being shocked after a visit to a gay bar.

30. Dennis Rodman suffered from an injured ankle and was often replaced by Mark Aguirre, but even without his defensive hustle, Detroit beat Portland in five games and claimed their second title.

31. Dennis Rodman feuded with Celtics guard Dennis Johnson and taunted Johnson in the closing seconds when he waved his right hand over his own head.

32. Dennis Rodman attracted international attention for his visits to North Korea and his subsequent befriending of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in 2013.

33. Dennis Rodman pursued a high-profile affair with singer Madonna and was briefly married to actress Carmen Electra.

34. Dennis Rodman experienced an unhappy childhood and was shy and introverted in his early years.