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HIV changed my life, but it doesn't keep me from living.

Magic Johnson

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Magic Johnson
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: August 14
Actor
Basketball Coach
Basketball Player
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Film Producer
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Earvin Magic Johnson Jr.
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