Magic Johnson shares news that his father has passed away
Magic Johnson released his documentary, “They Call Me Magic,” last year. The impact Magic Johnson had on the NBA cannot be put into words. By watching the documentary, Magic Johnson revealed some keys to his success. Aside from the love of his wife, Cookie, Magic attributes his success to the work ethic instilled in him by his father. Every step of the way, Earvin Johnson, Sr. was there to push Magic to do a little more. Sadly, this afternoon, Magic Johnson revealed his father actually passed on.
Magic Johnson is Earvin Johnson, Jr. and much of what he has accomplished started with him wanting to live up to his father’s legacy. Often, Magic has told the story of his father driving a trash hauling truck. When Magic wanted expensive things, his father would bring him along so he could work for them. As a result, this instilled a work ethic in Magic that led to him building an empire worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
Magic Johnson took lessons he learned from his father and applied them to his life. In addition, Magic made sure his father wanted for nothing once he got in position. As a result, Magic Johnson’s father has been present every step of the way. Today, Magic Johnson had to be there for his father, as he gained his wings. This afternoon, Magic shared a statement on social media announcing his father’s passing. In this statement, he also shared what his father means to him.
Magic Johnson shares news that his father has passed away
