The Announcement

03/11/2012

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1hr 30min

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Documentary

On November 7, 1991, suddenly everyone knew someone positive.

STORY

On Thursday, Nov. 7, 1991, Earvin "Magic" Johnson made people stop and watch at the Forum in Inglewood, Calif. But this time it wasn't his basketball brilliance as a perennial NBA All-Star and three-time MVP that was captivating audiences worldwide. Instead, the 32-year-old groundbreaking point guard was holding a press conference to make the stunning announcement that he was HIV-positive and would be retiring from basketball immediately.

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • Magic Johnson

    INFORMATION

      Production Companies

    • ESPN Films

      Production Countries

    • United States of America

    LANGUAGES

    • English

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