Former NBA player Magic Johnson has his way of wishing some of the world's great personalities. Earlier today, he honored the former President of the U.S., Barack Obama, with a heartfelt birthday wish. He posted the tweet on X to show his unwavering love and support for the ex-President. The NBA veteran has good terms with the former President, which is evident from his recent tweet.
He has a good connection with the Obamas. After he retired from the big league, he didn’t just vote for the 44th POTUS; he pledged his immense support for Barack Obama and even celebrated the night when the former President won the elections. Barack Obama celebrated his birthday earlier on August 4, and to mark the auspiciousness of the event, Magic Johnson had posted a little something for him.
Magic Johnson sent warm wishes to former President Barack Obama
Former President Barack Obama has many fans from all over the NBA, and one such fan is the big league veteran, Magic Johnson. Earlier, on August 4, the 44th POTUS celebrated his 64th birthday. On August 5, Magic Johnson wrote on X, wishing him his best. He said, “I want to wish former President Barack Obama a magical birthday!”
The warm birthday wish showed that Magic Johnson has a thing for the Obamas, and it is quite evident because this NBA legend was seen crying after Barack Obama won the U.S.
elections back in 2008.
Magic Johnson shed tears of joy after Barack Obama became the President back in 2008
The NBA legend is a huge fan of the former U.S. President. However, back in 2008, the election was more than just a political agenda. The nation was on the verge of electing its first black President. Magic Johnson recalled, “[We] jumped up for joy, we were hollering and screaming, and then we started crying. As African Americans, we've made great strides. I think what this says is you can really become anything in life you want to become. It's really a wonderful thing that we can be able to witness this."
Magic Johnson praised the Obamas for their powerful DNC speeches
The former Los Angeles Lakers icon, Magic Johnson, took to writing on X about the powerful DNC speeches addressed by the Obamas. He said, “Former President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama gave the best political speeches in history of our country. The powerful couple talked about working class families, family values, and moving the country forward - together. They were powerful, intelligent, compassionate, and sealed with integrity.” These were his words. Magic Johnson is compassionate about the Obamas and will forever be a fan of their greatness.
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