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The newly minted billionaire in the NBA not only pursues wealth but also lives a lavish and happy lifestyle with his family. Magic Johnson, who led the Lakers to 5 championships, is well on his way to becoming one of the most influential stars in the history of the league, alongside Michael Jordan and LeBron James. After gaining the status of being the fourth billionaire athlete, the 5-time champion recently took a break from his hectic schedule to enjoy the Halloween festivities.

Judging from the posts, it was evident that Johnson’s grandkids had to come up with a pop-inspired Halloween costume to honor their iconic grandfather.

What did Magic Johnson dress up as?

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Johnson, the Los Angeles Lakers legend is a proud father of three children, Andre, EJ, and daughter Elisa. Each of them has diligently worked to establish their distinct names and careers, following in their father’s footsteps. Johnson frequently expresses his gratitude to God and shares glimpses of their family life on his social media platforms. He recently welcomed his son Andre and his family on the annual yacht vacation. It became a cherished tradition, providing an opportunity for the family to spend quality time together in Positano, Italy. Fondly called “Pop Pop,” Johnson enjoys a special bond with his grandchildren.

Paying homage to the remarkable legacy of Johnson, his granddaughter decided to dress as her grandfather. Gigi, the daughter of Andre and his wife Lisa, donned the historic and iconic Lakers jersey with the number 32, emulating her beloved grandfather. Andre, the eldest child, has forged a career in business and entrepreneurship. He has also worked for his father’s investment company, Magic Johnson Enterprises.

Magic Johnson proudly shared pictures of both Gigi and Avery, who dressed up as “Ice Spice,” on his Instagram story, captioning the post, ?Check out my grandkids for Halloween! My granddaughter wanted to dress up as pop pop this year and she did a heck of a job! My grandson is very cool and dressed up as Ice Spice haha!?

He admired their creative costumes and highlighted the enduring connection between his family and his iconic Lakers legacy.?

The post came up soon after the most recent exciting update about the legendary figure achieving billionaire status.

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Magic Johnson is the fourth billionaire athlete

This legendary figure had a remarkable 12-season career in the league, amassing approximately $40 million in earnings. However, his transition to the business world post-retirement proved to be the primary source of his financial success. His ownership stakes in the Los Angeles Lakers, MLB’s Los Angeles Dodgers, and other ventures have contributed significantly to his estimated wealth of around $1.2 billion (?990 million).

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Interestingly, he could have earned even more if he hadn’t declined a share in Nike during the 1970s. What are your thoughts on this remarkable journey from athlete to business magnate? Share your opinions with us in the comments below.

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