“I’m not attracted to gay men”: Magic Johnson’s son EJ Johnson makes candid admission about dating only straight men for this reason | NBA News
Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson’s son, J Johnson, recently opened up about their personal dating experiences during an appearance on the podcast hosted by Carlos King. The television personality spoke openly about attraction, identity, and the spaces where they feel most comfortable when meeting potential partners.Johnson, who first rose to prominence through the reality series Rich Kids of Beverly Hills, said their romantic preferences often surprise people. While identifying as gay, they explained that their attraction has rarely directed on men who identify the same way.
Magic Johnson’s son EJ Johnson revealed their dating preferences
During the podcast conversation, Magic Johnson’s son EJ Johnson addressed the way their dating life has developed over time. They explained that their experiences differ from what many expect within typical LGBTQ social spaces.“I don’t attract gay men and I’m not attracted to gay men. It’s just not a thing,” Johnson said. They expanded on that point while describing why certain social environments feel less natural for them.“That’s why I don’t really go to gay clubs, and I don’t go to gay things, because the men that I attract are not there.”Johnson noted that attention often comes from men in traditionally straight social settings. According to them, this pattern has existed for years and became more noticeable as their style evolved.“It has always been that way, but now it’s even more so, now that I definitely present in more of a feminine way. Because also, it’s like, my energy is that.”When discussing labels and identity, Johnson expressed a flexible outlook.“I think they’re just labels, you know? That’s why I don’t care. When I’m dating someone, I don’t care what you identify as, or what you call yourself, as long as you’re happy being who you are.”
Johnson also mentioned that some of the men they have connected with previously dated women for much of their lives before meeting them.
EJ Johnson reveals how they explained gender identity to Magic Johnson
Johnson also reflected on family conversations about identity and how those discussions unfolded with their parents. The topic first emerged during a direct talk that clarified how they wanted to be addressed going forward.“I told them on my birthday in June. We’re not doing ‘he,’ we’re not doing ‘man,’ we’re not doing ‘gay,’” Johnson said. “When you’re telling people about who you are, you are telling them. You’re not looking for acceptance. I’m not looking for validation, I’m telling you what’s going down.”Johnson said their parents responded with understanding as they processed the change. “They were like, ‘Oh ok. We’ll do our best to understand that.’”Johnson recalled a meaningful moment after moving away for college when their father visited and embraced them warmly.Today, Johnson continues to speak openly about identity, relationships, and personal growth while building a career in entertainment, including voice work on The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.
