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.

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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

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
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.
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