Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden during a ceremony on Saturday at the White House.

President Biden honored 19 figures with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Of the honorees, there was one that should inspire us all - Earvin "Magic" Johnson.

Magic Johnson and Lionel Messi are among 19 people receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden, the White House announced Saturday, the morning of the awards. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the United States’ highest civilian honor.