NBA all-time great and self-made billionaire Magic Johnson made a completely boneheaded political decision that is coming back to haunt him after X users pointed out an inconvenient truth.
On Sunday, Johnson issued a gushing endorsement of failed LA mayor Karen Bass in a video posted on her X account. After first noting their personal connection (Johnson has known Bass for three decades), Johnson lavished praise on her supposed ‘accomplishments,’ including her record on homelessness and crime.
Then, Bass appeared on screen. In a clearly rehearsed stunt, the two embraced before Johnson slobbered over Bass some more.
“Listen, you took on a tough job here, and you’ve done a fabulous job, and all of us appreciate your effort and what you’re doing, and we look forward to helping you continue your mission and the things that you have in store, your vision for the city,” he tells her. “And tell me what I need to do.”
Bass then praises Johnson in response before the retired basketball star hails her for creating jobs as the video ends.
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Magic Johnson has been my friend for over 30 years. His belief in how I’m changing Los Angeles means everything to me.
Magic has poured his heart into this city long before anyone asked him to — through investment, through community, through showing up. I am deeply honored to… pic.twitter.com/wlcwdcjmLg
— Karen Bass (@KarenBassLA) May 10, 2026
After the video went viral, X users quickly discovered that Johnson lives in a huge mansion in Beverly Park, a gated community in Beverly Hills. Perfectly cordoned off from all of the problems that ordinary Angelinos face.
Moreover, Beverly Hills is its own city and has its own mayor. This means he cannot even vote for Bass for mayor.
There’s also another factor regarding Johnson’s home: it lies in a high fire-hazard severity zone, just like Pacific Palisades, which burned under Bass’s watch. Giving her the seal of approval is like having the arsonist serve as the firefighter.
Just imagine if Bass gets re-elected and, during her second term in office, Johnson and his neighbors’ homes get torched in an inferno. Talk about digging your own grave.
I understand Magic Johnson lives in Beverly Hills. I don’t believe Beverly Hills residents vote for LA Mayor, as BH is a different city with its own Mayor. https://t.co/5szd1GofZJ
— Justine Bateman (@JustineBateman) May 11, 2026
This is where Magic Johnson lives. He just endorsed Karen Bass, who neglected the fire risk surrounding the Palisades and let it all burn to the ground. The same *will* happen to Magic, if he gets his wish. You can’t vote for the same failures and expect new outcomes. https://t.co/aa8mSwsmAX
— Mann Made Cinema (@Hotshot_Movie) May 11, 2026
Magic Johnson has endorsed Karen Bass for mayor of Los Angeles.
Magic Johnson also lives in a $12.5 million mansion in a gated community in Beverly Hills that is popular with celebrities, tucked into a canyon, and guarded by a 24/7 armed security detail. pic.twitter.com/Iq1E3SDy6g
— NotKennyRogers (@NotKennyRogers) May 11, 2026
Beverly Park is located in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ)
Doesn’t look good for Magic Johnson’s home in upcoming fire seasons or flooding/mudslides made worse by feckless leadership.
Hope he has an evacuation plan. https://t.co/cS3BboaBcl
— Ryan Maue (@RyanWeather) May 11, 2026
It’s funny how Magic Johnson endorses Karen Bass and her destruction of LA while he sits nice and pretty in Beverly Hills behind a gated community. Protected and secure.
Don’t listen to these celebrities. They do not care about you.
— Sassafrass84 (@Sassafrass_84) May 11, 2026
Magic Johnson s so out of touch with Los Angeleons with his 11.5 million dollar home, located in Beverly Hills —a luxurious estate featuring an indoor basketball court and state-of-the-art amenities😵Vote for Spencer Pratt pic.twitter.com/sVgZvEt5MD
— Trish (@Trishinboston) May 11, 2026
