“So Sad to Hear That”: Magic Johnson Left Distraught as Barack Obama, LeBron James and Millions of NFL Fans Grieve Heartbreaking Loss

The sporting world lost one of its biggest legends recently. NFL legend Jim Brown passed away on May 18th at his residence at the age of 87 years. Brown’s influence can be measured by the impact he had on people’s lives. After he passed away, several celebrities and noted public figures, including Barack Obama and LeBron James, penned emotional notes in his honor.

Mourning along with millions of fans was the NBA legend Magic Johnson as well. Magic expressed his grief on social media. He was joined by the fans of Jim Brown who sent their condolences to the Brown family in their time of grief.

Magic Johnson expresses his grief on the news of Jim Brown’s passing

Brown was a 3x NFL MVP, who won the NFL championship in 1964. The late legend played for the Cleveland Browns from 1957-1965. The Cleveland connection between him and LeBron is what made their relationship stronger. The 4x NBA championship penned an emotional and heartfelt note for the NFL legend on Instagram.

LeBron thanked Brown for everything he has done for the culture and his people. He even said that every Black athlete should learn from his life and legacy and that they all stand on his shoulder as he opened gates for every athlete who followed him.

The 44th US President Barack Obama also wrote about Jim Brown. He applauded Brown for everything he did in sports and beyond.

Recently, the LA Lakers legend Magic Johnson also tweeted about Brown, expressing his grief over the loss. He said, “I was so sad to hear that the legendary Jim Brown passed away today. He was a Hall of Fame football player, civil rights advocate, social activist, actor, and mentor to so many.” Johnson also echoed LeBron’s sentiment of Brown being a pioneer for Black athletes. “He broke down barriers in sports and in this country,” Magic added.

Additionally, Johnson prayed for strength for the Brown family in a separate tweet. He wrote, “Cookie and I are praying for the entire Brown family during this difficult time.”

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Fans join celebrities in sending their condolences to the Brown family in this tough time

Passing away of someone as impactful and relevant to the culture as Jim Brown is bound to send waves of sadness across the sports world. This can be seen in the countless messages that NFL fans and sports fans, in general, have sent to the Brown family. Fans on the internet are pouring their hearts out as they mourn the death of the legendary Jim Brown. Here are some of the messages that the fans have posted:

One fan wrote that the NFL should do more to honor the late legend

While another fan said that Brown was special

Do you have any special Jim Brown stories to share? Write them down in the comments.

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