Quincy Isaiah

Quincy Isaiah
Born
Quincy Isaiah Crosby

(1996-09-12) September 12, 1996
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 (2013–2017)
Positionoffensive lineman
Personal information
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight258 lb (117 kg)
Career information
High schoolMuskegon

Quincy Isaiah Crosby (born September 12, 1996)[1][2] 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.[3][4]

Early life

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]

Filmography

Key
† Denotes films that have not yet been released

Film

Year Title Role Notes
2026 The Fix † Clay Post-production
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.
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