In the game of love, Earvin “Magic” Johnson knows he won big with his wife, Cookie Johnson. “She’s my best friend besides being my wife,” Magic, 66, shared exclusively with Us Weekly at the HollyRod Foundation’s 2025 DesignCare Gala on Saturday 4.

Celebrated for his enduring legacy of teamwork, leadership and community impact. Pasadena Tournament of Roses logo Pasadena Tournament of Roses logo Earvin “Magic” Johnson Grand Marshal of the 2026 Rose Parade presented by Honda Photo courtesy,

This year’s theme, “The Magic in Teamwork,” was selected by Tournament President Mark Leavens. Johnson, arguably the most prolific NBA player of his era and a successful

PASADENA, Calif. — NBA great Magic Johnson will preside over the 137th Rose Parade as grand marshal next year. The 66-year-old retired Los Angeles Lakers superstar will ride down Colorado Boulevard as part of the 5 1/2-mile route on Jan. 1.

While many will always remember Earvin “Magic” Johnson for his accomplishments on the basketball court — both at Michigan State and in the NBA with the Los

The couple, who met while they were both attending Michigan State University, w. 14, 1991. They share three kids and are partners in numerous business and philanthropic endeavors. See Magic and Cookie

Former Los Angeles Lakers icon Earvin "Magic" Johnson stunned fans and Pasadena officials alike on Wednesday when he was revealed as the grand marshal for the 137th Rose Parade, a

In addition, he is a part-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, which won the 2020 World Series and the Los Angeles FC, which won the MLS Cup in 2022. Hence, the NFL is the only league in which Johnson has yet to savor success.

Earvin "Magic" Johnson will serve as the grand marshal for the 2026 Rose Parade with the theme "The Magic in Teamwork."

On Wednesday morning, Laker legend, businessman, and Dodger part-owner Earvin “Magic” Johnson was named the 2026 Tournament of Roses grand marshal.

During a news conference on Wednesday, Pasadena Tournament of Roses President Mark Leavens announced that the Grand Marshal of the 2026 Rose Parade will be Los Angeles Lakers legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson.