Magic Johnson

Former professional basketball player, businessman

American Lansing, Michigan, U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer professional basketball player, businessman
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth14/08/1959
Age66 years
BirthplaceLansing, Michigan, U.S.

Latest News about Magic Johnson

10/11/2025

Magic Johnson announced a new partnership with a major healthcare organization to expand HIV/AIDS education and testing in underserved communities across the United States. The initiative aims to provide free testing kits and support services to over 100,000 individuals by 2027.

15/04/2025

Magic Johnson was honored at the NBA 75th Anniversary Gala in Los Angeles, where he received a special tribute for his enduring impact on the game and his advocacy work. The event celebrated his five NBA championships and his role in revolutionizing the point guard position.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameEarvin "Magic" Johnson Jr.
Known AsMagic Johnson
SummaryAmerican 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

Height6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)
Weight215 lb (97 kg)
PositionPoint guard

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolEverett High School, Lansing, Michigan
CollegeMichigan State University

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseCookie Johnson
Children2

Relationships & More

SpouseCookie Johnson
Marriage Date14/09/1991

Family

Children
  • Earvin III (E.J.) Johnson
  • Adopted son
  • Adrienne Johnson

Career

NBA TeamLos Angeles Lakers
NBA Draft1979, 1st round, 1st overall pick
Career Highlights
  • 5× NBA champion
  • 3× NBA Most Valuable Player
  • 3× NBA Finals MVP
  • 12× NBA All-Star
  • Member of the 1992 U.S. Olympic "Dream Team"
  • Basketball Hall of Fame inductee
  • NBA 50th Anniversary All-Star Team
  • NBA 75th Anniversary Team
Post-Playing CareerBusinessman, investor, philanthropist, and HIV/AIDS activist

Style Quotient

Nicknames
  • Magic
  • Junior
  • The Magic Man
  • Tragic
  • Buck
  • E.J. the Deejay

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.
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