Magic Johnson
Biography
Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr. is an American former professional basketball player and two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. He is often regarded as the greatest point guard of all time. Johnson retired abruptly in 1991 after announcing that he had contracted HIV, but returned to play in the 1992 All-Star Game, winning the All-Star MVP Award. After protests from his fellow players, he retired again for four years, but returned in 1996, at age 36, to play 32 games for the Lakers before retiring for the third and final time. Johnson played 13 seasons in the National Basketball Association.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
Ultimate Jordan
as Self
2001
The Iceman
as Self
2023
Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals
as Self
2010
The Redeem Team
as Self (archive footage)
2022
Voices That Care
as Self
1991
Magic vs. Bird: The 1979 NCAA Championship Game
as Michigan State Player
1979
The Announcement
as Self
2012
The Dream Team
as Self
2012
Los Angeles Lakers: '87 The Drive For Five
as Himself
1987
Los Angeles Lakers: 1984-1985 NBA Champions Return To Glory
as Himself
2007
Magic Johnson: Always Showtime
as Himself
1991
The Doctor
as Self (archive footage)
2013
NBA Dream Team
as Self
1993
Michael Jackson: Dangerous - The Short Films
as Servant (uncredited)
1993
Dickie V
as Self
2022
All New Dazzling Dunks and Basketball Bloopers
as Self (archive footage)
1990
Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You
as Self - Host
1992
Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special
as Self
1988
Uptown Comedy Express
1987
Iceman: A George Gervin Story
as Self
2023
TV Appearances
Arli$$
as Magic Johnson
1996
The Simpsons
as Magic Johnson (voice)
1989
Malcolm in the Middle
as Ringer Hockey Player
2000
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
as Self
1992
The Parkers
1999
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
as Self - Guest
1993
The Magic Hour
as Self - Host
1998
Hard Knocks
2001
The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!
1989
Bill Russell: Legend
as Self - Basketball Hall of Fame
2023
Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.
as Magic Johnson
2021
Shut Up and Dribble
as Self (archive footage)
2018