Unforgettable Moments in American Sports History

In 1991, Magic Johnson stunned the world when he announced he was HIV positive and would be retiring from basketball immediately. At a time when HIV/AIDS was shrouded in fear and misinformation, Magic’s openness brought humanity and awareness to the issue.

His strength in the face of stigma transformed him from sports icon to global advocate. Though he stepped away from the game, he didn’t disappear. Magic used his platform to educate, inspire, and change the way the world viewed the disease and those living with it.