Cookie Johnson, Wife of Magic Johnson, Speaks Out | Super Soul Sunday S7E13 | Full Episode | OWN

[@latoyabattle5677]

Magic was right, he is the one who is blessed to have Cookie.

[@alphonsorhodes8689]

Absolutely 🫶🏾

[@honeybee8002]

A BLESSING he DIDN'T SEE, UNTIL HE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH THE AIDS VIRUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sarahb6163]

On a deeper note she could be staying to punish him keep on locked up cause there's no excuse in the world for you to still be there

[@jo7246]

It is reasonable to suspect had Magic not been infected with HIV perhaps he would still be living the wreckless, selfish lifestyle. He was willing to subject his wife to an HIV infection. He did not show concern for his life or hers, deciding for her a future that she had no say in because she had no idea he was cheating. We easily could have been talking about all three (him, her, and child) having HIV. It should be seen as a form of domestic abuse and domestic violence..

[@christinewilliams2867]

@jo7246. I concur. Jeremiah said; "The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked" Low-self-worth/selfishness of these men is mind-boggling and traumatizing. The pretending continues"

[@FLOKADO]

I recall that press conference. I saved the newspaper article. I placed it in my bible and began interceding in prayer for him for healing. It’s still in my bible, yellow and tattered.

[@LakotaDarkclouds]

My brother was case test study for Azt then the cocktail that has prolonged their lives. The was chosen because he had lived with aids 12 years The Doctors couldn't figure out why ever one had passed within 1 to 2 yrs of testing positive. In July of 1993 he was gone due in fact to a parasite inunder cooked fish. It cause dicentary. I always say parasites germs and viruses will be at the top of food chain. What was extremely disheartening to us. Was that Ronald Reagan sat on all the different ways the virus could be spread for 6 years. Millions of humans were exposed unknowingly.

[@alphonsorhodes8689]

The power of prayer is amazing 🕊️

[@debbiemyers6581]

There’s power in prayer! To God be the glory!🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 God had other plans for him.

[@milirajonesMercy]

@@debbiemyers6581Hallelujah

[@sarahb6163]

​@@LakotaDarkcloudsthank you for changing the subject and educating ppl. PRAYER CAN'T FIX EVERYTHING FAITH WITHOUT OUT WORK IS DEAD.

[@keepitrawh]

Not one to publicly compliment another man's wife.. but she is a beautiful soul.. her expressions, words, gentleness n faith .. rare gem!

[@misss9978]

Ot enough people realize that turning to God gets you through some ugly things

[@Qunviets12]

@@misss9978

[@christinaw.4626]

You respectfully complimented her 🙏🏾 👍🏾

[@tyrellanderson4722]

Oh come on. She is not his property and you were not scummy about it. Ugh.

[@keepitrawh]

@tyrellanderson4722 I agree she not property but I try be extra respectful when it comes to someone spouse. Ijs.. but thanks appreciate the feedback!

[@casandrabarnes-oq9fy]

For richer or poorer, in sickness or in health, til death do us part . They've been tested, and they past!! I'm so proud of them both. ❤❤

[@hillaryconsultingservices]

He knew before he married her

[@kalpanad2484]

im proud of her.

[@Rainrussell0755]

Amen 🙏🙏

[@cchris5958]

Thats before the marriage. This was about the money, not matrimony 🙄

[@sarahb6163]

They've been tested LITERALLY🧪📃 nah I'm out playah see you on the other side we can split the kids and material goods I'M OUT

[@111Shellz]

It's hard to believe that this woman is 65... Not a wrinkle in sight. The sound of her voice is even youthful

[@yannickbreecetoni7418]

It's called being rich

[@HLJlovejoy]

This woman is the epitome of what having a relationship with God is about!! Loved this interview and wish she had way more time to gather and speak her thoughts.

[@shandracrews8238]

She would if OPRAH shuts up!!

[@TSM-tv8hy]

🙄

[@jhendry6969]

Beautiful, including the short film. Keeping spreading such wonderful hope, joy and love. Cookie, you are so strong, thank you for sharing your story. 🙏

[@sharlettebacon8760]

I kept the Faith was never in denial because God is able.

[@twocents9513]

God loves praise. I came here to hear those words. GOD LOVES PRAISE! ❤️

[@elisageorge2261]

You came to Oprah to hear it ?! Huh! Since when Oprah believe in God?..I heard her say higher power.....Folk say that when they don't believe in God ! They always say stuff like" well I believe there's a higher power"🙄..Majic wife shouldn't even be on here! Why BLK folk still dealing with Oprah?!!

[@allstatemademehomele]

I lived in Lansing during this Era. She's always been an angel in real life. She's always been respected.

[@Facesbyus]

Thank you, Oprah and Cookie, for sharing this story. It is a deeply personal and honest account of your journey together. It is a real testimony of love, but even more so of trust and commitment.

[@MalikaStaar]

I love how Cookie breaks down the difference between religion and relationship with God. People religiously go to church but have a superficial relationship with God. Love cast out fear!

[@kathleenwalcott8422]

I 💘 love to see 🍪 cookie, such a beautiful 🚺 lady with a kind heart, were love conquer all. It was god way of bringing this two together, and test their faith, which cookie show to the 🌎 world that with god everything is possible, when you come to him with your burden. For Oprah cutting in into her sentences is her weakness, because that's the way some people are. Seeing Oprah in person at the bell center in Montreal, and letting us have the paid ticket for keepsake is a 👍 good feeling for me. May the good lord bring a cured for this disease. By Kathleen Walcott

[@andriaprayer4318]

They serve satan

[@Iamlismoore]

Oprah I love how you are asking Cookie all the hard questions jokingly........

[@wantjustice843]

Oh my... I know this was supposed to be encouraging but....., That man put her through a lot. She is very accepting... She is from a different generation than I. So I had to keep that in mind. She is a beautiful person inside and out.

[@gchris1124]

Remember that's her truth, her choice, and her pain to walk. Me, idk how much I could have taken, but me in jail would be on my list of how to handle this. I'm devastated that she had to endure this, but happy she survived it. I'm in shock to this day.

[@yomiolayinka8754]

Bless you mam. You are one in a million 🌹

[@gerrigatlin7098]

One thing about Oprah when she interviews someone, she will not allow the person to talk without interrupting.

[@EOV-jg2ux]

One thing about Oprah is she became a billionaire using those very techniques.

[@gladysfinch1694]

Everything isn't about money.

[@lurlinebarnett7819]

Run your own show

[@gerrigatlin7098]

@@EOV-jg2ux and now she may very well be caught in the cross fire with Diddy. Great billionaire techniques😎

[@redeemed5906]

All I can say is BUT FOR THE GRACE OF GOD! Thank you Cookie for sharing your heart. Thank you, Lady Oprah, of course, NOBODY does it better!

[@aquillabennett8223]

Cookie Johnson is a very strong and , patient woman who truly loves Magic Johnson. I admire her faith in God and how she was so determined to make her relationship , marriage work.and loves her family very much❤

[@kingswan5521]

I remember the day magic announced it, i became so sick, i couldn't even celebrate my birthday, he is still my all time favorite nba player.

[@MercyP88]

Lol that's tough

[@shandracrews8238]

Cooir REALLY LOVED HIM, BECAUSE SHE'S STILL TAKING UP FOR HIM. SWEET.

[@francisw3456]

Everyone can say what they would or wouldn't do when not actually living through it, stop it. This is HER truth, you don't have to agree with it, but respect others right to choose for themselves.❤

[@gchris1124]

Yes, AMEN

[@GlamdollSJ]

Great interview however I did not like Oprah kept finishing her sentences and cutting her off

[@preciousjewels2475]

I don't either, she always does that and I don't see how she's supposed to be such a great journalist and interviewer. It's more of her opinions in so many interviews that come across.

[@deMarLo12]

Interviewers do that so much and ultimately, especially in this setting, it was more like a conversation than an interview and once I wrapped my mind around that, I understood what Oprah was doing when she injected herself into Cookies' sentences so jarringly. In this instance, I appreciated it. Oprah is a PHENOMENAL interviewer.

[@Miamigirl-k8q]

She always does that

[@marleneleach6885]

Thank You! Stop it Oprah! Let her tell her story in her words!

[@LisaFerguson-jv7ew]

Amen Cookie it all about holding on to your FAITH. When l heard the news l began to Pray because l didn't know how he was going to get through that but it was Just God And l am so happy you are doing better and your life has turned around for the good.

[@nathania7637]

Spiritual warfare is praying to God almighty , fasting and digging your heels in the unwavering love that our God and king will keep us grounded 👑

[@quoteme.goddess6957]

This woman is a prayer warrior!

[@jackiegraham9939]

We teach.our daughters never want anyone that don't want u ! Don't be a door mat!

[@treanaalfred148]

I see some Natalie Cole.

[@symone6656]

Same!!

[@PrettybuoyJones1992]

Yep

[@kor405]

Ooh wow … Exactly 🎉

[@JenniferDorsey-n8o]

Yes lord indeed the resemblance they both are naturally beautiful ❤️❤️

[@Abbys411]

I said the same thing!!!’

[@mgtv5482]

Nice to know about the loving family life they had.

[@duvaldani6672]

I would be under the jail!! I have a new respect for Cookie

[@marciat7465]

Facts

[@donnajeffreys8252]

She didn't Love herself enough to let him go. She stayed when she should've moved on. Publicly humiliating her , all of his cheating , close to a nervous breakdown. That's not love.

[@terriharris7971]

Cookie is as REAL SWEET Genuine SOUL AND SPIRIT of a Human Being ❣️🤩 May God’s Continuous Blessings overtakes Her like a Tropical Rain🙏🏼🔥❤️👑🤩

[@graceporteous6323]

Cookie is a strong woman to stay with someone who cheated on her and received a terminal illness. Not sure if he would do the same for her. I wish them well.

[@Blake3_3]

It's actually the opposite of strength and money was definitely a factor. Magic played with Cookie for years, even so far as repeatedly postponing their wedding. Even after the diagnosis, he still wasn't faithful.

[@KierraDemus]

Cookie a real woman 🥺this convo was so good

[@AmErikaMonique]

I wanted to love this Interview so bad. But something was off, I don’t know if it was chopped up, omitting some parts, rushed, or if Cookie was Giving “oh everything was perfect” responses. 🤷🏽‍♀️love them both none the less

[@EvaGulledge-sj6yb]

Oprah was asking the questions and answering them too

[@EvaGulledge-sj6yb]

God is awesome and faithful and there's no limitations on our God almighty to him be glory and honor and all praise

[@annettelyles975]

Amen

[@Bannerkim1]

God is so loving and kind. I heard their story years ago as they held time together. I see the sharing in a continuous and appreciate the candor expression. Amen

[@stephleesimmons8501]

It also sounds like she was kinda happy with the situation, that's why when i hear people say I've been married for such and such years I'm not moved by that because you never know what's been going on within that marriage.

[@XDotcom203]

Liked your comment because I was married for 21yrs.....my friends are/ were married for similar periods. No one should be moved by that....by other things within that...but that, nah.

[@fruitofthespiritgalatians5856]

I'm enjoying listening to Cookie Johnson!

[@queenjones4976]

I really have a lot of respect for you, Cookie. You are the epitome of a real Queen. Magic is blessed to have u. Our heart aches will lead us to Christ, are we will live completely in the world. You and Magic are a class act

[@bertstokes8518]

I love the fact that she stood beside her husband no matter what she stood by hom

[@elainefreeze125]

I need this as a mini series! Such a powerful story.

[@COJ2976]

Oprah allow cookie to talk

[@debbief3167]

Oprah, Oprah, Oprah WHY can't you have an interview and allow the person to speak. It would have been a better interview. No need for you to answer or cut her off!

[@tammyyoung4199]

It’s her style. It’s her show. She’s very successful in doing so. There’s proof of that. Everything is not for everyone so if you don’t like it, you don’t have to watch her or listen to her. Maybe you should go into journalism and start your own show or network.

[@freddiefitch6027]

I agree I know that is what Oprah do is talk but please let Cookie talk Dam!

[@brendajackson13]

@@tammyyoung4199 Wow!

[@cynthiathomas9255]

Oprah Oprah went for over over, talks in this in a few. She needs to be quiet and let the person she’s interviewing speak freely. What’s wrong with this woman? I agree with you all.

[@andriaprayer4318]

She has issues

[@rhondafloyd7568]

God loves Praise. ❤

[@AnnaLam-y8w]

The fact that he broke it off so many times indicates to me that he was wresting with something - that something I believe is the same issue his son has wrestled with. I do not believe that he contracted this from female groupies.

[@AlonzoEley]

Yep, I Totally Agree. Just Look Back At How Him, And Isiah Thomas Used Kiss Each Other IN The Mouth, Before Games.

[@SoilderforChrist21]

What you said makes lots of sense, it started somewhere.. smh

[@honeybee8002]

These men who USUALLY end up with AIDS/HIV, are USUALLY ON THE DOWN LOW, AND DIDN'T GET THESE DISEASES FROM WOMEN!!!!! When I was in my mid 20's, I ended up with such a man, who ended up with having the disease and finding out, as I was on my way OUT THE DOOR!!! He was on the down low and preferred MEN (transvestites!!!!!!) I was living at home in Chicago a the time on the north side and these men would ONLY come out after 1:00 am in the morning and he'd go riding ALMOST EVERY NIGHT on his bike to see these men, even after his diagnosis!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lilit384]

I agree. I read somewhere that he was involved with singer Jermaine Stewart who died of AIDS.

[@cchris5958]

Yup this girl refused this man his freedom and she paid (and got paid) dearly

[@boldmover]

Stop cutting into her answer, Oprah

[@NaNa-ed7sn]

😂

[@adrienebuford750]

I know right that’s rude Oprah

[@lillianpoole3168]

I thought the same thing!!!!

[@thirdstonefromthesun485]

Best comment ever. 👌 I fully agree with you.

[@theonly1258]

Can’t help herself…narcissistic. Control freak

[@GloriaPhilips-k9r]

God Bless your Cookie and Magic

[@yo-yowilliams2022]

God is love. No matter what. I don't care what your sexual preference is...I will still love you.

[@beatscatmommy1735]

Wow Cookie is a saint. I would not have put up with 10% of what she has put up with.

[@sherrygibson7971]

So glad couples learn how to work through adversity.

[@GodsFaithfulnessMatters2Me]

Ugh, I’m literally ONLY 15 minutes in and SICK OF OPRAH cutting off her every statement/responses and answers! 🤦🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️🙆🏽‍♀️

[@debramills740]

God was speaking to her when he kept cancelling the wedding for her to move on.

[@ClayHarris-g4r]

❤❤❤❤love from Australia.Clay? GOD has always got our backs

[@cindyphillip3052]

Oprah plz let her speak 🤷‍♀️

[@erikacruz4609]

Cookie is beautiful and one of a kind.

[@mycouturelife6392]

Something is off about this lady. She seems to have Lil to no awareness. I don't know she is a very nonchalant woman. She appears to accept a bit much

[@yesitskitti]

So true. Well worded. Something not quite right about her thinking, self love.

[@simplybeautiful4117]

For the love of money

[@mycouturelife6392]

I was skeptical about posting a comment like this but it looks like someone sees what i see.​@yesitskitti

[@mycouturelife6392]

​@simplybeautiful4117 I didn't want to offend anyone but I had to voice my opinions to see if anyone else agrees. Wow

[@cjohnson6634]

@@simplybeautiful4117That’s what it is right there!!!

[@AVRILROOTS]

one of a kind he is luckily but you are special@Godbless

[@PamJennings-n3x]

Wow, god's power personified. She is quite the human, thank you for the example of strength. 💝

[@jackiejones2788]

Great Interview

[@ReginaDennard-f5l]

Omg really Oprah can you be quiet five minutes?

[@hadassah7827]

Thank, I can't stand her anti God self

[@michellesharonhector-johns4609]

God is the same yesterday and today he does not change.

[@janiceporter5117]

Oprah... O... Pleaseeee. Where is Steadman?

[@alezidk5891]

They say if you can't say anything nice don't say nothing at all

[@HalfandHalf1983]

Why interview someone if you're going to keep interrupting your guest

[@Zepo-1061]

This is a great interview ! Oprah is on 🔥.

[@MalikaStaar]

Perfect love casts out all sin...UNCONDITIONAL LOVE!!!!

[@annaperrycoleman3932]

Thank You

[@1STREAMTV]

I'm sorry, how is it 25 years since the press conference. The event happened in 1991 not 1989.

[@junie3395]

Child couldn't be me. She been chasing after that man. He settled for her because of his sickness.

[@MissPickles22]

She's still delusional 😢

[@LadyJpraise2024unbound]

Ya, u jumped a stage😅 Oprah showed put! This woman was hanging on to this man all her life, bigly. Now he has to stay committed to one woman who wants him. All else too scared

[@honeybee8002]

AMEN!!!!!!!! That's why he kept POSTPONING the wedding 3 times!!! And don't get me wrong, I think Magic has always LOVED Cookie, but he wasn't ready to settle down with her at that time!!! He was toooooooo BUSY SATISFYING every other woman for that!!! BUT, when he was diagnosed with the AIDS virus, then he MARRIED her!!! He even put the wedding together because Cookie REFUSED to plan ANOTHER wedding for the 4th time, so she told him, "you plan the wedding!!!!!" And they got married in a half a** wedding that Magic put together!!! Everyone NOTICED how the wedding DIDN'T HAVE A WOMAN'S TOUCH!!!!!!!!!!!

[@derondahorton9456]

@@honeybee8002 he was diagnosed after marriage

[@lingud8002]

Oprah is asking realistic questions, and Cookie you are 1 of a kind ❤❤❤

[@TijasWorld]

1991? damn. i was born that year.

[@derekgriffin4703]

This interview is 8 years old!!

[@sunshineheaven1802]

We need to consult God before doing things and during and after. Magic was not that into her, but she made her pick and stuck to it. I applaud her and God listens to us and helps us even when we insist on hurtful situations. Glad she found her purpose.

[@kor405]

Ooh really …..😂 That’s why he married her ??? He was deeply into her …. That’s why he married her !!! That’s what men do if they r into you !!! The money and fame get into his young „stupid „ head that’s all !!!

[@sunshineheaven1802]

@@kor405 I hear you, all I am saying is he was not into her at first but she persisted. If she had not, he would not have gone in that direction; many men are afraid to commit. And yes money and fame play a part since some people will always choose a career over anything. Plus they started off so young. And he loves his career/work. Obviously, now that he is older and wiser, he knows better the benefits of family.

[@krissit1874]

@@sunshineheaven1802He who finds a wife not she who persists I don’t know everything about their relationship but it would have been very hard for me to stay for fear of contracting the disease

[@AVRILROOTS]

the unnown Prayer of the Good@Godbless

[@Topbilling4589]

Oprah won’t allow her to complete a sentence. So annoying.

[@MaryHayes-si1xy]

I noticed that also , but I think she helping Cookie out because it taking her too long to say what she needs to say , or get her thoughts across .

[@dunyroyer8269]

I hope you sell your books

[@TradeWynn65]

Let the woman speak Oprah.

[@christinadickson311]

What god exactly are they referring to ?

[@CHEKnows]

How can a person say they love you and throw this blow or any kind of blow to you 😢

[@supremlyfoxylass]

It would be nice to hear what Cookie has to say but rude Oprah keeps cutting her off and has to be the diva…🤮

[@1browngirl29]

And despite your criticism, Oprah made her living doing interviews and is a billionaire

[@supremlyfoxylass]

@@1browngirl29 imagine that and as evil as they come

[@hadassah7827]

​@1browngirl29 what does that mean, doesn't mean she isn't annoying

[@derondahorton9456]

ugh i can hardly finish the interview with Oprah interrupting her and looking at Cookie .. she is sharing her faith and there goes Oprah interrupting... geez

[@TSM-tv8hy]

Somebody should’ve taught cookie that rejection is for your protection.. this story is an example

[@HollywoodTeaParty]

I could neverrrrrrr money make u do crazy things

[@SpiritualLifeCoach43]

I feel you. Ad if the shoe was on the other foot, Magic would be gone. He was already out here in these streets too.

[@GraceLongwe-gn7ix]

If he was poor she would be gone this happened to me met this guy then the question came I said do you mind us getting tested he was like oh no we use protection I said I prefer to get tested so I know then the next thing he’s telling me oh no can we be friends then he turns things around saying would u date someone with diabetes someone who Is less this someone with a disability someone older than u I said man what are you own about I’ve dated someone older than me then he says do u know someone can have HIV and not be able to pass it to you and you can have kids but those kids not be HIV I was like man I only asked you if u u want to be tested then he said I have it I screamed on the phone I asked a silly question like how did u get it then he said why are you shocked we haven’t slept together then the next thing he said I was joking I wanted to see your reaction then he rang me the following day saying not to call him again so I’m left with questions does he have it then if I had accepted to go out with someone I would be worried all the time if something happens then I get it so big up to Cookie because I don’t think I could do it myself knowing he was cheating for him to get it big up cookie

[@HollywoodTeaParty]

@@GraceLongwe-gn7ix wow u dodged a bullet but exactly if money was not involved she would of been gone with the wind

[@donnajeffreys8252]

I don't know if it was money or her just being a desperate naive woman who did not respect or love herself enough to let him go

[@genallemurphy4252]

@@GraceLongwe-gn7ix

[@arnethasanderselmire4143]

Love you Cookie and Oprah ❤❤

[@queenjones4976]

Marriage is work. The different stages of life will make u or break you

[@stephleesimmons8501]

It sounds like to me even though Cookie was in a marriage she was really single. And when you are a single woman you needs to have a close relationship with God.

[@celesteelijah2515]

Oprah....please let your guest do the talking....please do not interrupt. Thank you O.

[@soritadejarnette6953]

I'm so proud of Oprah. She represents a woman in charge.....

[@derondahorton9456]

Oprah was too opinionated in this interview. She kept cutting her off and it almost felt like she was showing disdain for Cookie's decision to stay with him... the comment about him calling other women "that could have taken days" was unnecessary and rude ...

[@KwikVideoMaker]

her stories of EJ is cute, we like their energy🥰

[@kimtillery1948]

SHUT UP OPRAH

[@MissPickles22]

Cookie needed Iyanla 😂

[@jfitzgerald6039]

Gotta say this is one of those Oprah interviews that leaves me somewhat perplexed. Not really sure how to receive it. Kinda reminds me of the Whitney interview.

[@ajsimmons7239]

Faith... Amen

[@quoteme.goddess6957]

Oprah wears me out with how she cuts Cookie off. Does she really see her or hear her?

[@AVRILROOTS]

@Godbless you strong Lady@still look the same

[@tjohns3356]

Yes Cookie stayed by her husband!

[@MarciaWilliamsembellish]

Chyle .... you are a better woman then me

[@jandjeaster]

Magic doesn’t deserve this woman.