Magic Johnson is one of the most popular players in all of NBA history.
The Los Angeles Lakers legend last played during the 1996 season, but he still remains very active on social media (and around the game).
NBA Legend Magic Johnson Makes Heartfelt Post For Wife
Recently, Johnson made a heartfelt post to Instagram for his wife (Cookie).
Johnson wrote: “Happy Birthday to my forever love and my beautiful wife, Cookie Johnson! Ecclesiastes 4:9 reminds us that two are better than one, and life with you by my side has been God’s greatest gift to me. Your love, faith, and kindness uplift everyone you touch, especially me. I’m so thankful for every memory we’ve made and every season we’ve walked through together. I’m excited to see all the ways God continues to cover you, bless you, and open new doors for you in this next year. You deserve every good thing He has planned. Happy Birthday, Baby! ❤️”
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Several of Johnson’s former teammates with the Lakers commented on the post:
Michael Cooper: “Happy Birthday 🎊🎉🎂!!”
Byron Scott: “Happy birthday cookie Ann and many many more God bless you.”
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Johnson spent all 13 seasons of his legendary career with the Lakers (after being selected with the first pick in the 1979 NBA Draft out of Michigan State).
His career averages were 19.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 11.2 assists and 1.9 steals per contest while shooting 52.0% from the field and 30.3% from three-point range in 906 games.
Happy Birthday to my forever love and my beautiful wife, Cookie Johnson! Ecclesiastes 4:9 reminds us that two are better than one, and life with you by my side has been God’s greatest gift to me. Your love, faith, and kindness uplift everyone you touch, especially me. I’m so… pic.twitter.com/4jiVPKvSfC
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) January 20, 2026
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Johnson helped lead the Lakers to five NBA Championships, made 12 All-Star Games and won three MVP Awards.
In the postseason, he had averages of 19.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, 12.3 assists and 1.9 steals per contest while shooting 50.6% from the field in 190 games.
Via NBA on ESPN: “🏀 5x NBA Champion 🏀 3x NBA Finals MVP 🏀 3x NBA MVP 🏀 12x NBA All-Star 🏀 All-time APG leader (11.2) One of the league’s best 🙌”
The 66-year-old has coached the Lakers (and was their President of Basketball of Operations).
He is also a co-owner of the Washington Commanders.
