Magic Johnson on 30 Years of Marriage, NOT Vacationing with Jimmy Kimmel & Getting Vaccinated

Magic talks about celebrating 30 years of marriage with his wife Cookie, where they went on their first date and honeymoon, Jimmy’s relentless attempts to get invited on Magic’s extravagant yacht vacations with Samuel L. Jackson, Jimmy photoshopping himself into their photos, his relationship with Dr. Fauci and the importance of getting vaccinated, LeBron celebrating his 8th wedding anniversary, and going to a Mike Tyson fight with Charles Barkley.
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[@nissan_skyline]

Magic's laugh is so contagious.

[@AFRICATOAMERICAPODCAST]

Don’t catch it lol

[@Kingra5hid]

so is his digalang

[@chewpaeng12]

Thats what they all said

[@LocsTheChef]

No pun intended huh 😂

[@nissan_skyline]

@@LocsTheChef Yes.. cause that wasn't a pun.

[@elenalatici9568]

How wonderful to see Magic Johnson so happy, funny and talking about his wife of 30 years with joy. I smiled all the way through.

[@djCOLLY01]

...me too!

[@sharonhoward5831]

It's so good to see Magic looking good and healthy and loving his wife and family. Much respect!!!

[@myretail8526]

I attended Jr High with Earvin in Lansing.. His smile back then could light up a room - and it still does.

[@Rixx432]

Magic has been on jimmys show many times its great to see everytime

[@melvilmarlon]

Shaq too

[@penelopuccia]

Magic Johnson can not be real! He seems a Disney character. He also has the most amazing laughter EVER!

[@marquispitts5432]

He is wizard kelly

[@monicabrandt6234]

Magic's Laugh is everything.... reminds me of when a baby smiles or laughs you forget everything and smile. It's contagious and genuine.

[@DavidBagga]

I’ve met magic a few times. What you see on here is literally who he is all the time - a genuine good guy and makes everyone around him smile, and the best point guard in NBA history

[@reneethornton9228]

Magic has really kept himself in good physical shape. And his smile is still the best ever. Love you Magic. I still miss you on the floor passing the ball behind your back as though you have eyes behind your head. It is love because he tells the same story using the same words about when he saw Cookie in some jeans.

[@yomommastupid]

he has too he got HIV for the past 30 years

[@AnwarAlkhunaizi]

I once saw Magic in a bar in Lansing, Michigan back in 1979 and shook his hand congratulating him on his recent college championship win against Larry Bird (Michigan vs Indiana). Then, I was a huge fan of the Lakers because of Magic. He’s a true gentleman.

[@pdoylemi]

Uh... that's Michigan STATE vs Indiana State!

[@AnwarAlkhunaizi]

@@pdoylemi You are right, Michigan State vs Indiana State. I was going school there same period.

[@shannond7437]

Sadly the polar opposite to Jordan! Love Magic!

[@pdoylemi]

@@shannond7437 What was so wrong with Jordan? Magic and Bird like him.

[@shannond7437]

@@pdoylemi For starters, I just think a billionaire should tip their waiter.

[@brennanspark]

I wish Kobe was still here to do these kind of fun interviews.

[@Dog_gone_it]

Kobe will live forever

[@monmixer]

Sad isn't it. Some times all the money in the world can't save you.

[@MaidenHelll]

@@monmixer and sometimes it can! this interview proves as much….

[@monmixer]

@@MaidenHelll Absolutely, he is a lucky man.

[@this_is_jmdub]

I wish Kobe was still here to live a happy life with his family

[@hussyed]

Magics interviews with Kimmel are so fun to watch it's just continuous smiling lol

[@rudijohnson529]

Samuel L Jackson and Magic Johnson I really hope they come back on the show maybe in the last year of Jimmy Kimmel before he retires to ask him on an Italy yacht vacation 😁

[@ZARia99999]

That would be GOLDEN material.. let's hope it happens!

[@mariecanales3289]

Thanks Jimmy! That was a great interview with Magic!

[@Jiren0420]

Hahahahaha is hard not love Magic 😆

[@normanatoli980]

Great interview jimmy but I wouldn’t count on that vacation!! Lol lol

[@christianruiz5385]

He is a great man and a living testament that hiv can't stop you from living a full life, he's had it for 30 years and he is living his best life ever God bless him

[@r.m.90]

I wish I were as happy as Magic. 😅 This man is never in a bad mood. What a spirit he has.

[@MrNoscene]

So much respect, love and admiration for this legend! Salute!

[@dingaeric523]

Happy 30 marriage anniversary Mr. Johnson

[@dingaeric523]

@Jason Brown noted ✅

[@pakitorodriguez119]

An absolute delightful interview. Magic is real original. The honesty of it is clearly evident. You go Sir 👌

[@sofiabutterflies1635]

Magic invite Jimmy to your vaca I mean he earned it that's a lot of begging 🤣😭

[@paulvece3714]

When he announced his diagnosis way back, I didn't think Magic would even be around another two years. So glad he is. I could listen to this man talk all day.

[@ginamitembe8935]

Wasn't necessary to bring such long incident,while he's enjoying his life!!!

[@debradunham8508]

I love Magic and so happy to see him doing well. Blessings.

[@sadjst]

i have been following jimmy for a while and every time magic johnson seems to genuinely enjoy his time on the show. i don't even like or follow basketball but every time i see magic in the chair i'm in

[@apolokabali6718]

Magic still makes us laugh,to relieve all our stress,medical issues,school ,community,shootings, traffic epedemic. Thank you

[@catherinebateman6179]

Best interview ever!! Loved it magic has the best giggle!!! Not as great as Jimmy but infectious just the same!!! Congrats Cookie you deserved that 25 caret diamond….

[@shanetaylor9833]

Jimmy goes from joking about Jennifer Aniston tossing his salad yesterday to repeatedly inviting himself on Magic Johnson's yacht tonight!! LOL tell me who has more natural comfort and raw humor with his guests than Jimmy (and if you say Fallon I will hunt you down and throat punch you)... His ability to naturally vibe and crack jokes with everyone from super models, to athletes, to actors, to politicians etc etc is outrageously epic and why he is the only enjoyable late night host!!

[@scottyee707]

simple minds amused by simple things...

[@Mr_Rouge]

@@scottyee707 I bet you love Fallon XD

[@agentmuldermd]

Like Kimmel love Colbert

[@barbaramelady110]

YOU so right!!! xoxo

[@mommasitayoung148]

Not The throat punch! 😂

[@samuelo2002]

He is magic on and off the pitch. Absolute legend.

[@stats5102]

I just cant stop smiling back man... what a legend

[@michellestanley5456]

Magic Johnson”s laugh is so contagious ....I am laughing my head off 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾😊🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@radboston]

Great seeing Magic with Jimmy, even fun to see for a Celtics fan. Bird and Magic battled and have been lifetime friends.

[@juanairbag]

What a terrific smile.

[@asteverino8569]

Thanks Jimmy for having Magic on and such a great conversation. Thanks Magic for your long life and HIV info spots, starting in the 80’s. Me, poz since ‘83.

[@Anvar2308]

Why Freddie Mercury died from Hiv then?

[@mirrrie]

@@Anvar2308 cause Freddy died just before the medications where there. It's very sad

[@taylorskatesgoofy]

Did you know Kimmel used to play basketball? He played for The Jazz, check it out

[@yomommastupid]

@@Anvar2308 Freddie had AIDS not HIV...

[@yomommastupid]

@@mirrrie no he died because he had AIDS not HIV !

[@MrBrewzr]

Absolutely a legend, love that guy! Magic is pretty cool too.

[@deborahannhare9979]

Always liked Magic. He has a great sense of humor.

[@hermilynstraw4020]

Magic Johnson smile captures my heart every time 😃

[@MMConsultinggroup]

I've got to say, the bar is set really high when it comes to the late night hosts now of days. I seriously think Jimmy Kimmel's at the highest (Colbert though, awesome person as well clearly). Kimmel's just so humble and personable though. It's so cool to see a guy that's so relatable. I feel like he's a guy that's at a family holiday party or something, lol. The guys authentic. His interviews aren't 'host and guest', he's just like... a guy having a convo that happens to have a stage platform. It's pretty cool to see that. The guy's just a relatable person and so is his wife. Their just... solid people. It's just always really good to see

[@manuelf2984]

Magic's laugh is so real and hearty.

[@AndweleHarris]

I've always loved Magic....always been a positive guy

[@mikevanderman2727]

We love you more after this interview Magic, we really do man

[@workingtoseethelight8244]

Magic, I met you outside of a movie theater in Charlotte NC in 1992, I think, and you were the nicest guy imaginable !!! Bless you and congratulations on 13 rings !!! You da Man !!!

[@soupsgord]

Magic is adorable!

[@MothGirl007]

He is!

[@ohh2752]

anyone love that last line by magic to sidestep the self-invite? "We gotta get to know each other...THATS HOW YOU GONNA GET IN" *Waves to crowd*. LOL What does that even mean??? im dead

[@soupsgord]

@@ohh2752 it means “no” 😂🤣😂🤣

[@grassfedcharlie]

4:11 lmao Jimmy is always spot on

[@lysawoolley9008]

That was fun, seems like a down to earth kinda of guy. Family, work ethic, his mum Very cute and nice

[@pdoylemi]

He is. My friend Tim is half owner of a bar called the Exchange in Lansing. It at least USED to one of Magic's favorite hangouts in town when he was there (I moved away 11 years ago, so don't know now) and when he came in, he would usually take a bit and have a drink or two with Tim. A couple of times, I was lucky enough to be there and spend a little time with him. I was glad he was married, because the way he charmed my wife just naturally, not even trying - I fear she might have just given her ring to me and gone for him :-)

[@nxo91]

his laughter is the bomb

[@KarolisRudelis]

Magic has amazing sense of humor

[@bcdarling3488]

The Charles Barkley story was Great!!

[@gavindean]

what a fantastic interview and an amazing man, didn't stop smiling the whole time.

[@joanies6778]

Great interview. Magic looks well and happy. Good to see!

[@jeremymulmed5232]

One of a kind. Special man. Special heart. Special vibe. He was a legend indeed.

[@bukoovibess.2693]

Not gonna lie, Johnson needs his own show or podcast. His energy is a vibe.

[@jordanharzke9643]

Magic with Shaq! :)

[@ironfist458]

@@schievelbeinschievelbein4564 yeah that Fauci gave him. Lol.

[@lsantos-monzon7269]

Absolutely 💯%

[@kanezwilliams2325]

Maybe, Just Maybe Google The Show He Did Have.

[@pdoylemi]

He did have one that didn't last long. Funny thing is, that Stephen Colbert was ALMOST his sidekick! Stephen had not had an acting job in quite a while, had his wife and baby daughter and probably would have taken the job if they asked him to be a chair for the guests. But a week before they called, he had signed with the Daily Show.

[@alanwong8421]

I can imagine Charles tossing the drinks LOL

[@wandajaneburlinson5288]

Thank you, Jimmy, for treating us to some Magic! 🥰

[@RatoyaBanks]

I just love magic so much. His laugh brings joy to my life!!! 🤗

[@Linda-pr6zp]

He looks good n he is so funny congratulations to him n his wife cookie

[@orravalb]

Magic's laugh should be BOTTLED annnnnnnd SOLD !

[@jameshopkins503]

I never knew he was so joyful. It's so nice to see a wealthy man just be happy and kind.

[@MrVKH100]

Amazing, Magic is so Positive!

[@Gebri3l]

He named some great people and said even they won't change their seat lol

[@dianazamarripa2090]

Kimble is the funniest late night show, magic has a beautiful laugh 😆 smile 😃

[@parabellum5503]

That Kimmel guy is pretty good too.

[@snowpj5914]

One of the greatest person ever

[@3220sunshine]

Magic said they don't wanna give up their spot...i feel that. I wouldn't give up my spot either; sorry not sorry mr & mrs jimmy

[@dirkburns3268]

Love Magic BUT love Cookie that’s a real woman,,, god bless them 2

[@EzGiannis]

‘Magic Johnson is the greatest point guard of all time’ -Michael Jordan 2020

[@theemporersnewclothes]

Ever humble...

[@GlennDavey]

The easy laugh of a wealthy man. Rich in money but wealthy in life too

[@dave210yt]

yep, asides from the hiv

[@parabellum5503]

@@dave210yt doesn't seem like it's affecting...thanks for nothing.

[@ItiSJayVeh]

Watching Magic interviews with Jimmy will always give a smile

[@Brodzzzzz]

This dudes laugh is so good LOL

[@avisrobinson452]

These two are having too much fun!!🤣🤣

[@salmanahjum-mathee9055]

magic's laugh is contagious

[@NewMessage]

Jimmy is never going on that vacation. Never.

[@lukaskywalker7646]

No, his puppeteers need him full time.

[@catherinebateman6179]

Funny

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

He's never going to stop asking for an invite either

[@LearsiMusic1]

😂😂😂😂😂true

[@timmyggztv]

Lit🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Amy-nm7rl]

I love that laugh 😄

[@travisinthetrunk]

I’m amazed! They put the ad in the right spot instead of in the middle of a sentence. Edit: the second ad was in the middle of a sentence. SMH

[@JoseFlores-bx7hh]

I Love Magic Johnson. Nice and hilarious 😂 interview. I grew up watching him play with the Lakers.

[@shannond7437]

If only now we would all listen to Fauci like Magic!

[@peterdarmanian3571]

Magic is right! He needs another RING!!!

[@cheri7054]

Jummy always does a great interview

[@DOLsenior]

C'mon Magic! Invite Jimmy with you! You will not regret it.

[@ricorp3043]

Tied with Bill Russell for best laugh

[@caterpillakilla]

jimmy should pull up to their yacht in his own yacht next summer in Italy

[@shaniageorge1886]

Watch it be the smallest boat lol

[@afrothunder1082]

Wow he still looks great, so good to see!

[@therealilanchefpatricia]

Magic laughter I’d bottle it 😊🇯🇲🇯🇲how I smile before breakfast 🥞..nah ackee &saltfish

[@rickyrunks510]

Magic moves like a diplomat. The way he came in and induvidually greeted everyone was too smooth.

[@thepamela050]

I love listening to the Magic Johnson Larry Bird stories..

[@hemanthkumar1967]

not many plqyers these day have that mentality , his goal was not just making it to the league but winning the championship

[@pdoylemi]

Yeah, he and Larry were both like that. All about the team, all about winning. I think all players DREAM of the championship - but the greats are determined to do it and feel as if they failed if they don't.

[@vmwindustries]

Magic is great! So glad the Doctors changed the world, and he can be here!

[@Scorpionpat]

Such a nice dude! 😄

[@ida5067]

Magic is the definition of good vibes

[@heatherdoyle4047]

Magic you have a lot of jokes to keep your family happy

[@keonnorris9728]

Magic sure knows when to laugh and when not to, in this interview. 😂🤷🏾‍♂️

[@RizkymArifin]

Magic Johnson's Laugh Is Killed me

[@andrebrandao6618]

4:05 - THIS RECALLS A...MOVIE. ????

[@waynedawson4948]

Magic was laughing hard 🤣😂🤣

[@reneerussell8902]

Jimmy!!💕

[@michaeltesfay2860]

Kobe should be doing these interviews aswell man so much has changed since 2019😔

[@marcuswest6177]

Legend has it Jimmy is still waiting for the trip

[@allisonhernandez3829]

Hopefully next year is Jimmy’s year and he goes on that yacht lol.

[@KungFuNinjaJoe]

Love Magic Johnson! I think he would have been a great actor in a movie he has the charisma.

[@blank_stare_productions]

Hes the good homie AND the OG MJ! =)

[@edwi3719]

Love him

[@jamesosei6888]

Magic is an amazing person!

[@bbyflip1]

we need to thank Magic also for stepping down as lakers GM Nd letting Rob take over the duties !!! is magic drinking the fountain of youth ??? guy doesn’t age !! Nd still looks in good shape !!!