Magic Johnson Net Worth, Bio, Age, Body Measurement, and Career

Magic Johnson is a famous professional American basketball player. He considered being the more significant player worldwide. In National Basketball Association, he has played thirteen seasons, all of them with L.A. Lakers. His parents always encourage him to pursue his career as a basketball player. During the 1980s, he has become one of the formidable players all over the world. Magic Johnson net worth is $600 million.

Biography

Magic Johnson (full name Earvin Johnson Jr.) was born on 14 August 1959 in Lansing, Michigan. His mother, Christine, worked as a school custodian. At the same time, his father, Earvin SR., was an assembly worker in General Motors. Johnson has seven siblings.

Magic Johnson Net Worth

His parents were very much interested in basketball. Earvin Sr. used to play basketball in high school in his hometown Mississippi. His parents always encourage him to pursue his career as a basketball player. At a young age, his interest in sport developed.

He studied in Everett High School. In his school, he was known to be the basketball star player. At the age of fifteen, he made a record of triple-double of 36 points, 16 assists and 18 rebounds in a game. Therefore, this move earned him a nickname of “Magic.”

After completing high school, he enrolled at Michigan State University and began playing basketball. Then he proved that he is one of the incredible players.

Beginning Of Career

In 1979, Magic Johnson drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers and signed him for 25 years for 25 million contracts after his excellent performance in a first show. During 1981 to 1982 seasons, he performs exceptionally well in each match. Per game, Johnson averaged 9.6 rebounds, 18.6 points, 2.7 steals, and 9.5 assists.  Meanwhile, he voted a member of the AII-NBA second team.

From 1984 to 1985, he averaged 12.6 assists, 18.2 points, and 6.2 rebounds each game. He leads Los Angeles Laker into NBA Finals 1985. Johnson, along with Abdul Jabbar, led the team towards victory.

Magic Johnson Personal Details

Real NameEarvin Johnson, Jr.
Age61 years
Date of Birth14 August 1959
Place of BirthLansing, Michigan.
NationalityAmerican
Marital StatusMarried
Profession / OccupationBasketball Player

Magic Johnson Stats

Height6'9 feet or 203 cm
Weight112 kg
Body Type Average
Chest SizeUnknown
BicepsUnknown
WaistUnknown
Eyes ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack
Shoe Size14  US
Dress SizeUnknown

Magic Johnson Family Details

Spouse / Wife NameEarlitha Kelly
Father NameEarvin Johnson Sr.
Mother NameChristine Johnson
ChildrenAndre Johnson, Earvin III Johnson, Elisa Johnson
SiblingsEvelyn Johnson, Kim Johnson, Larry Johnson, Michael Johnson, Pearl Johnson, Quincy Johnson, Yvonne Johnson

He scored in 1986 to 1987, an average of 23.9 points, 6.3 rebounds and 12.2 assists per game of the season. The Los Angeles Laker faced difficulties in the Finals. However, Johnson played the game-winning shot. Later he awarded a Final MVP title.

Personal Life

In 1981, Magic Johnson involved with Melissa Mitchell briefly and gave birth to a son named Andre Johnson in the same years. Later in 1991, he married Earlitha Kelly, who is known as “Cookie.” Both have adopted one daughter Elisa Johnson and have a biological son EJ Johnson.

In late 1991, he declared that he is HIV positive. Because of this, he takes a daily dose of drugs to prevent this disease.

Magic Jackson Net Worth

Magic Johnson net worth is $600 million.  Earlier, he earned a handsome amount of money from basketball. Los Angeles Lakers, and signed him for 25 years for 25 million contracts after his excellent performance in a first show.

Magic Johnson

Later in 1995, he embraced to become a businessman and start-up Magic Johnson Enterprises, which includes movie theaters in Los Angeles and Baldwin Hills. After a few years, his wealth grown into health clubs, real estate, movie theater, promotional marketing company, and T.G.I Friday.

Facts About Magic Johnson

  • Magic Johnson is one of the tallest basketball players having a height of 6’9 feet.
  • He made a record of triple-double of 36 points, 16 assists and 18 rebounds in a game. This move earned him a nickname of “Magic.”
  • In the 1980s, he is HIV positive.
  • He is the CEO of the Magic Johnson Enterprise and Magic Johnson Foundation.
  • In June 2012, he launched a television network, Aspire.
Updated: February 15, 2021 — 2:09 pm