Michael Cooper on Magic Johnson Telling Him He Had HIV Before Public Announcement (Part 12)
November 3, 2025
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Former Lakers star Michael Cooper shared memories of the moment Magic Johnson confided in him about his HIV diagnosis prior to the 1991 public announcement. Cooper recalled the private meeting at the Forum with key Lakers figures, where Magic quietly told him he was HIV positive—a revelation met with shock and sorrow amid the limited knowledge and stigma surrounding the virus at the time. Cooper highlighted Magic’s pioneering role in raising awareness and advancing HIV research alongside Elizabeth Taylor, noting how Magic became the face of the fight against AIDS. Cooper lamented that fear and misunderstanding cut Magic’s playing career short, but praised his resilience and lasting impact on both basketball and HIV activism.
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