Charles Barkley, born on February 20, 1963, in Leeds, Alabama, is a retired professional basketball player and current sports analyst. Known for his powerful rebounding and scoring ability, Barkley played in the NBA for 16 seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, and Houston Rockets. He was an 11-time NBA All-Star and won the NBA MVP award in 1993. Barkley is also known for his candid and often controversial commentary as a TV analyst on Inside the NBA. Off the court, he has been involved in various philanthropic efforts and is known for his generous charitable donations.