Magic Johnson made his presence known to the world on August 14, 1959. Born in Lansing, Michigan, Magic went to high school at Everitt in the city of Lansing. Magic Johnston was born Earvin Johnson but the world came to know him as, “Magic.” He attended college at Michigan State and grew not only in stature but in height to a tall 6’9” becoming the tallest point guard to ever play professional basket.

But basketball is not the only legacy of this unique man who is as dynamic as he is tall. His Magic is not only on the basket ball court but spills over into the business world. Magic Johnson is the owner of several successful organizations. Earvin “Magic” Johnson is also a Philanthropist, donating his time and money to a number of worthy causes. Magic Johnson is a man never loosing sight of the needs of his fellowman.

Magic Johnson built an astounding basketball career playing for 13 years with the Los Angeles Lakers. Watching Magic Johnson play basketball it was obvious he was dedicated to his game. Continuously making spectacular plays Magic Johnson became one of the most talked about men of his time, inducted into the hall of fame he was listed as one of the 50 greatest in the basketball world of all times.

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Magic Johnson’s prominent career as a businessman is as successful as his basketball career. He is an innovative businessman who puts just as much effort and commitment into the other areas of his life as he has put into becoming a basketball mogul. Magic Johnson has made it clear he is much more than a basketball player. Working in politics, urban development, youth and health issues, his drive is as unrelenting as his drive to world star status.

Magic Johnson has never been a man to sit on the side lines or to do things halfway. In his business life or his basketball career decisions. Magic Johnson has received awards from a number of prominent sports organizations during his career. Mr. Johnson grew up in a large family, learning the art of sharing which shows in his philanthropic activities.

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