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Fast facts about Magic Johnson’s beautiful daughter Elisa
https://www.instagram.com/p/BSwh3DWlqEo/?taken-by=elisajohnson Basketball legend Magic Johnson’s daughter Elisa turns heads in a barely-there bikini in Miami. For those of you playing catch-up, EJ Johnson’s equally chic sister fast-tracked her way to stardom when she came into her own (so to speak) on brother EJ’s “Rich Kids” spin-off, “EJNYC,” which follows the pair as they navigate their lavish…
Read MoreMagic Johnson tells Lakers to promote him, hire Kobe Bryant
Magic Johnson is coming for the president of basketball operations position with the Lakers and he wants Kobe Bryant as his right-hand man. Recently, Johnson was named as a basketball and business advisor to the Lakers’ co-owner and president Jeanie Buss and his first order of business should he be given the authority? Hire Kobe Bryant.…
Read MoreCookie Johnson opens up about loving her gay son, EJ Johnson
EJ Johnson burst onto the scene as one of Hollywood’s most visible and famous gay stars back in 2013 when he came out as gay. Since then, Johnson’s famous parents, Magic and Cookie Johnson, have been nothing but supportive of their son as he’s lived unabashedly out and proud. However, in a new set of…
Read More25 years, 25 carats: Cookie Johnson’s gorgeous anniversary gift
This week, Magic Johnson and his beautiful wife, Cookie, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary, with a lavish vacation (which began in Venice, Italy) that concluded with a grand party in Monaco.
Read More3 ways ‘The Dream Project’ can help you quit your day job and be your own boss
The Dream Project is an upcoming business symposium that will feature wildly successful entrepreneurs offering the right tools to those who have a dream of living their calling in a major way. Teneshia Jackson Warner, CEO of the New York-based multicultural communications agency, Egami Consulting Group, founded The Dream Project in 2013, after she discovered…
Read MoreMagic Johnson weighs in on Manny Pacquiao’s homophobic comments
Boxing great Manny Pacquiao learned that there’s a price for freedom of speech this week when he lost a long-standing and lucrative endorsement deal with Nike after making homophobic comments earlier this week. But Nike isn’t alone in disapproving of Pacquiao’s comments. NBA legend Magic Johnson also weighed in on the matter and explained why he…
Read MoreMichael Jordan killed baseball
At the time, June 19, 1984, seemed like any other day in Major League Baseball. The Tigers, Angels, Phillies & Padres led their respective divisions. Thirteen games were played that Tuesday in the summer of 1984. What no one in baseball knew was that in New York City the eulogy for baseball in the African…
Read MoreKobe Bryant bridged 2 generations of NBA fans with his approach to the game
If he isn’t the “Greatest” or “Most Dominant” player of the 2000s, Kobe Bryant is the most important. Nobody drew ratings like Bryant. Nobody inspired as much hate as Bryant. Nobody could seize a moment quite like Bryant.
Read MoreMagic Johnson wants to partner with Charlie Sheen to fight HIV
Charlie Sheen made history yesterday when he became one of few heterosexual A-list male celebrities to ever come out and reveal that they are HIV-positive. Since then, the whole world has been talking about Sheen, and while most are focused on the drama surrounding Sheen’s sex life and court battles, NBA legend Magic Johnson spoke out…
Read MoreMagic Johnson taking Donald Trump’s ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ job?
‘Apprentice’ producers want to hire “a successful minority businessperson who’s active in the inner cities.”
Read MoreWhy Starbucks should promote executive diversity and Black ownership to help race relations
Starbucks’ “Race Together” initiative came and went within a span of two weeks. The program, which attempted to spark racial dialogue with Starbucks drinkers by writing “Race Together” on cups, will no longer be used by the company. Of course, racial issues that continue to haunt America should be discussed in places where change can…
Read MoreMagic Johnson makes huge donation to at-risk Chicago youth
Basketball legend and philanthropist Earvin “Magic” Johnson is lending a helping hand to Chicago’s underemployed youth. The Los Angeles Lakers’ Hall of Fame point guard, along with his business partner, Kimbra Walter, has pledged to donate $10 million to the One Summer Chicago Plus program over a two-year period. The program looks to provide up…
Read MoreMo’ne Davis, Magic Johnson receive big honors from Sports Illustrated
The SPORTS ILLUSTRATED Sportsman of the Year Award Presentation and Celebration in New York paid homage to sports legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson, who received the Sportsman of the Year Legacy Award; breakout star and gifted athlete Mo’ne Davis, who was named 2014 SPORTS ILLUSTRATED KIDS SportsKid of the Year; as well as San Francisco Giants…
Read MoreDerrick Rose wears ‘I Can’t Breathe’ shirt during pregame warm-up
(Photo Credit: ESPN.com) Count Chicago Bulls star point guard Derrick Rose among the athletes bold enough to make a statement and stand in solidarity with protesters across the country as he donned a “I Can’t Breathe” T-shirt during warm ups prior to the start of his Bulls taking on the Golden State Warriors Saturday night…
Read More8 inspirational quotes from Magic Johnson’s speech at National Black MBA conference
Magic Johnson served as the keynote speaker at the 36th annual NBMBAA conference in Atlanta. During a luncheon held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Johnson shared his story of success with corporate leaders and provided MBA students with keys to achievement. Click continue to view his most inspirational quotes.
Read MoreMagic Johnson inspires students at National Black MBA Association conference
Magic Johnson served as the keynote speaker at the 36th annual NBMBAA conference in Atlanta. During a luncheon held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Johnson shared his story of success with corporate leaders and provided MBA students with keys to achievement. Rolling out was on hand to capture every moment. Click continue…
Read MoreLuol Deng responds to Danny Ferry’s racist comments; Magic Johnson calls for Ferry’s resignation
Luol Deng released a statement in regard to Atlanta Hawks GM Danny Ferry’s racist statement. During a company conference call, Ferry discussed Deng and said, “He has a little African in him. Not in a bad way, but he’s like a guy who would have a nice store out front but sell you counterfeit stuff…
Read MoreSan Antonio Spurs shut down Miami Heat: NBA finals memes on Instagram
San Antonio Spurs took over last night and handed the Miami Heat a loss so brutal that it sent social media into a frenzy. Winning their 5th NBA Final Championship title, the Spurs shut down the Heat’s 3 Peat hopes in their home city San Antonio. The Larry O’Brien trophy was handed to the owner, Peter…
Read MoreChildren of black celebrities rumored to be (or come out as) gay
For some parents having a gay or transgendered son or daughter can be a traumatic event. For other families who are supportive and show unconditional love, it’s an example to us all. But for a select few, being a child of a black celebrity and openly gay is a particular badge of distinction.
Read MoreLudacris, Terrence J, Magic Johnson: ‘Think Like a Man Too’ private screening (photos)
NBA legend and business mogul Magic Johnson hosted a special screening of THINK LIKE A MAN TOO for his Aspire TV network with cast members Michael Ealy, Terrence J and Jerry Ferrara at Sony Studios. Other notable guests in attendance at the private screening included Terrence J’s former co-host of Rocsi Diaz and Vanessa Bell…
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