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The Magic Hour

The Magic Hour

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Overview

The Magic Hour is an American talk show hosted by basketball player Earvin "Magic" Johnson. The series aired in syndication from June to September 1998.

Created by Tony De Sena
Written by Tony De Sena, Andrew Nicholls, Dave Drabik
Produced by Joe Revello, Peter Schankowitz, Jim Sharp
NetworksSyndication

Top Cast

Magic Johnson

Magic Johnson

Self - Host

Tommy Davidson

Tommy Davidson

Self

Craig Shoemaker

Craig Shoemaker

Self

Steve White

Steve White

Self

Sheila E.

Sheila E.

Self - Bandleader

Jimmy Hodson

Jimmy Hodson

Self - Announcer

About The Magic Hour

The Magic Hour is a talk series that first aired in 1998. Created by Tony De Sena, it stars Magic Johnson, Tommy Davidson, Craig Shoemaker. The Magic Hour is an American talk show hosted by basketball player Earvin "Magic" Johnson. The series aired in syndication from June to September 1998.

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