Quincy Isaiah

Quincy Isaiah
Born
Quincy Isaiah Crosby

(1996-09-12) September 12, 1996 (age 30)
Muskegon, Michigan, U.S.
Occupationactor
Years active2018–present
Known forlead role of Magic Johnson in Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
Football career
Kalamazoo Hornets
PositionOffensive lineman
Personal information
Listed height
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight
258 lb (117 kg)
Career information
High schoolMuskegon
CollegeKalamazoo College (2013–2017)

Quincy Isaiah Crosby (born September 12, 1996) is an American actor and former American football player. He is known for his leading role as Magic Johnson in HBO's sports drama television series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.

Early life

Isaiah was born in Muskegon, Michigan, and started playing football at the local Muskegon High School. He went on to play as an offensive lineman for the Division III Kalamazoo College football team. Prior to his graduation in 2017, he starred in two stage plays during his senior year.

Filmography

Key
† Denotes films that have not yet been released

Film

Year Title Role Notes
2026 The Fix Clay
2027 John Rambo † Post-production

Television

Year Title Role Notes
2023 A Black Lady Sketch Show Tyree 1 episode
2022-2023 Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty Magic Johnson Main role, 17 episodes
2026 Nemesis Gideon "Deon" Davis Recurring role, 5 episodes
TBA Myron Bolitar † Rodney Keys Recurring role, upcoming series

References

  1. ↑ 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.
  2. ↑ "Quincy Isaiah". bookingagentinfo.com. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  3. 1 2 Jones, Jason (August 29, 2023). "Quincy Isaiah, as Magic Johnson in 'Winning Time,' enjoys 'resonating' with fans". The Athletic. Retrieved December 4, 2023.
  4. ↑ Belth, Alex (July 17, 2023). "Quincy Isaiah Isn't Looking For Anyone's Approval". Esquire. Retrieved December 4, 2023.
  5. 1 2 3 "Winning Time Cast & Characters: Magic Johnson". hbo.com. HBO. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  6. ↑ 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.