Magic Johnson’s career was ended when he tested positive for HIV. It has now been 26 years since his initial diagnosis, and he plans to go on living for a “long time.” There is more to his story that simply the disease. Read on to find the full story, it will surprise you:
His Foundation
These days, Magic Johnson is famous for his philanthropy work “to fight HIV/AIDS through grantmaking.” He founded the Magic Johnson Foundation back in 1991. Through this charity organization, the star helps develop programs and support education, social and health needs of diverse communities. However, there’s more to him than just his charity work.
His Foundation
Big Announcement
When Magic Johnson first came forward to announce he had HIV, it became huge news all across the United States. At the time, he joined a small number of men known to have contracted the disease from heterosexual relations. Thus, it’s no surprise that ESPN named this the 7th most memorable moment in 2004 from the past 25 years! Lots of people celebrated the star. Former President George H.W. Bush called Magic Johnson a hero.
Big Announcement