Are The Parents Of Magic Johnson Still Living?

Basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson, the father of NBA Hall of Famer Magic Johnson, has passed away at the age of 88. The couple, who lived in Lansing, Michigan, where they built their dream home, regularly met for holidays and occasions. Magic Johnson made the announcement on social media, expressing his deep respect for his parents, Earvin Sr and Christine, who made him the person he is today. Johnson Sr had two jobs to make ends meet, but Magic still found ways to connect with his father.

Magic Johnson’s parents were born in 1934 and died on March 8, 2023. He shared a touching post on Instagram devoted to his father’s death. His name stuck despite Magic’s mother’s distaste for it, as her devout Christian mother felt the nickname was “blasphemous”. The elder Johnson died at McLaren Greater Lansing and is survived by his wife Christine and 10 children.

Earvin “Magic” Johnson Jr. (born August 14, 1959) is an American businessman and former professional basketball player. The couple lived a retired life in their family house in Michigan. The couple was married for more than sixty years until Johnson’s death.

Magic Johnson’s mother, Christine Johnson, celebrated her 80th birthday earlier this week, and the family is celebrating with a weekend full of events. Earvin Johnson Sr., the father of NBA Hall of Fame basketball player Earvin “Magic” Johnson, has died at the age of 88.