Magic Johnson stunned the world 25 years ago today when he announced he was HIV positive. In a piece on his website today, Johnson writes: "Today is a celebration of life, a celebration of what some people thought was a death sentence 25 years ago. It’s a celebration of everything I’ve been through until now."
Here's a look back on The Times' coverage of his revelation and retirement from the Lakers.
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In an announcement that rocked the sports world, Earvin (Magic) Johnson retired Thursday, saying he had tested positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes AIDS.