Quick Info
| Profession | Former professional basketball player, businessman |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 14/08/1959 |
| Age | 67 years |
| Birthplace | Lansing, Michigan, U.S. |
Latest News about Magic Johnson
12/08/2026
Magic Johnson praised the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, calling them strong owners with the ability to bring championships back to Los Angeles. The remarks were shared publicly on social media after the reported record $12.5 billion deal became official.
01/02/2026
Earvin "Magic" Johnson served as Grand Marshal for the 137th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade. He was honored in connection with the 2026 Rose Parade and took part in the event’s ceremonial activities.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr. |
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| Known As | Magic Johnson |
| Summary | American former professional basketball player, businessman, and HIV/AIDS activist. He spent his entire NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers and is widely regarded as one of the greatest point guards in basketball history. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
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| Weight | 215 lb (97 kg) |
| Position | Point guard |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Everett High School, Lansing, Michigan |
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| College | Michigan State University |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Cookie Johnson |
| Children | 2 |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Cookie Johnson |
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| Marriage Date | 14/09/1991 |
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Career
| NBA Team | Los Angeles Lakers |
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| NBA Draft | 1979, 1st round, 1st overall pick |
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| Post-Playing Career | Businessman, investor, philanthropist, and HIV/AIDS activist |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/magicjohnson/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/MagicJohnson | |
| https://twitter.com/MagicJohnson | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@MagicJohnson |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He retired in 1991 after announcing he was HIV-positive. | |
| 2. He briefly returned to the NBA on several occasions after retirement. | |
| 3. He won a national championship with Michigan State in 1979. | |
| 4. He spent his entire NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers. | |
| 5. He holds the record for most assists in an NBA All-Star Game (25). | |
| 6. He was the first player to win MVP, Finals MVP, and All-Star Game MVP in the same season. |