Quincy Isaiah
Quincy Isaiah | |
|---|---|
| Born | Quincy Isaiah Crosby September 12, 1996 Muskegon, Michigan, U.S. |
| Occupation | actor |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Known for | lead role of Magic Johnson in Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty |
| College football career | |
| Kalamazoo (2013–2017) | |
| Position | offensive lineman |
| Personal information | |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight | 258 lb (117 kg) |
| Career history | |
| High school | Muskegon |
Quincy Isaiah Crosby (born September 12, 1996)[1][2] is an American actor and former American football player known for his leading role as Magic Johnson in HBO's sports drama television series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.[3][4]
Early life
[edit]Isaiah was born in Muskegon, Michigan, and started playing football at the local Muskegon High School.[5] He went on to play as an offensive lineman for the Division III Kalamazoo College football team.[3][5] Prior to his graduation in 2017,[6] he starred in two stage plays during his senior year.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ Isaiah, Quincy [@quincyisaiah] (September 12, 2023). "Thanks to all the birthday wishes and incredible energy and love sent my way. I felt it ALL". Retrieved March 17, 2024 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Quincy Isaiah". bookingagentinfo.com. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
- ^ a b Jones, Jason (August 29, 2023). "Quincy Isaiah, as Magic Johnson in 'Winning Time,' enjoys 'resonating' with fans". The Athletic. Retrieved December 4, 2023.
- ^ Belth, Alex (July 17, 2023). "Quincy Isaiah Isn't Looking For Anyone's Approval". Esquire. Retrieved December 4, 2023.
- ^ a b c "Winning Time Cast & Characters: Magic Johnson". hbo.com. HBO. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
- ^ Green, Kai (March 13, 2022). "Meet Quincy Isaiah, the Michigan Man Playing Magic Johnson in HBO Max's Winning Time". Parade. Retrieved December 4, 2023.