Magic Johnson dominated basketball for 13 years as a player for the L.A. Lakers. In 1991, he announced that he was HIV positive and used his name to raise awareness for the disease.
Magic Johnson dominated basketball for 13 years as a player for the L.A. Lakers. During this time, he had an ongoing rivalry with his friend Larry Bird. In 1991, he announced that he was HIV positive and used his name to raise awareness for the disease.
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As the world becomes increasingly aware of the global impact of AIDS, many important figures have gotten involved in the fight against this deadly disease. Celebrities of all stripes have signed on for the cause, raising money for research, raising awareness, and speaking out for those affected by the virus. Here's our group of celebrity AIDS activists.
AIDS Activists
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Larry Bird and Magic Johnson
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